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    World Erotic Art Museum

    3.9 (230 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Lindsey D.

    Overall there is definitely some interesting things here but it's relatively small. I've been to other erotic art/heritage museums that have far more things to look at than this one. They did have this fun photo area set up which was nice.

    Jazmin R.

    WEAM is a fun outing, i really enjoy visiting when they have exhibit opening nights. Its interesting to explore the exhibits, you come across physical items, art work & various types of literature. You have to be open minded to appreciate the visit! Staff is friendly & helpful, the place is clean & well kept.

    Nick P.

    We came here because there was a coupon for the general admission at the time. You can get a combo ticket to see all of the exhibits for $30. It was engrossing and fascinating to see different kinds of artwork like drawings, sculptures, figurines, etc. We probably spent about a couple hours in here looking at everything. It wasn't crowded or busy when we went. I don't want to go into great detail because it's one of those things that people should see for themselves if they're interested.

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    Luke L.

    Oddly enough the hotel our group stayed in (The Kent Hotel) is only one block away from The World Erotic Art Museum. Since I visited this museum back in 2015 and had a solid experience, I basically dragged the entire group to this museum 45 minutes before closing time at 6 PM on Monday. This is the only museum in US dedicated to erotic art. [Parking]: I had valet parking from my hotel so I didn't have to worry about parking; otherwise it is NOT easy to find street parking in this semi busy part of Miami Beach. [Admission]: Our party paid in person and ticket was $25 per person as of July 2023. Apparently 1st floor is free to visit and the ticket is for the 2nd floor access. $25 ticket also includes additional access to George Daniell Museum which takes up approximately 1/3 of the 2nd floor space. [Collection]: The famous penis bed is still there and it is located on the 1st floor, but the rest of museum is located on the 2nd floor. The museum definitely changed a bit since my last visit - more spacious, more non-erotic collection (mostly section on George Daniell Museum), and less crowded. The collection separates into the following: African - Native North American, Art Deco, Asian, Boxes/Figurines/Hidden Art, Folk Art, Gay Art, Glass Art, Humor, Iconic Artists, India - Tibet, Indigenous Art of the Americas, Lady Godiva, Leda and the Swan, Outsider Art, P and P, Photography, Pin Up, Prints, Realism, Surrealism, and Wunderkammer. Our group was able to quickly scan through the entire museum (including George Daniell Museum) in 30 minutes. The front entrance was locked exactly at 6 PM and luckily the lone employee did show up & unlocked the door. Otherwise it could turn into Night at the Museum - Erotic Edition. Given the party vibe in Miami Beach, it's actually not a bad idea to visit this eccentric museum with friends (not sure about family but everyone has different comfort level). Everyone in my group definitely got a kick out of this museum. P.S. - Visitors are able to take pictures, just no flash. P.P.S. - Erotic post cards are available at the front entrance, but each card is $2 now & no longer free.

    Sydnie M.

    Not a horrible price, fun and unique. Definitely worth it for giggles if you want but also some good history and stories in the exhibits. May not be everyone taste but don't shy away.

    Matthew H.

    "Wow it's so much bigger than I anticipated! " That's what my wife said! Seriously it is an impressive collection from cultures around the world from 500 bc to present day. Experience the religious, ceremonial, artistic and cultural impact of the erotic. We spent 90 minutes taking it all in. Made for a great date and intriguing conversation over a meal afterwards. If you cannot afford the $30 admission, it's worth popping in just to the first floor which is free. Take 10 minutes and explore the wall of Vulva. Take a moment and appreciate all the variations of size shape and color as an appreciation of how we are all unique and how special the feminine is!

    Lou D.

    I have lived in neighborhood for 11 years and must have walked by the museum hundreds of times. As it happens, a friend of boyfriend's curated a portion of one of the exhibits. With a little extra time on our hands we decided to play tourists in my hood and hit the museum. We were so very unexpectedly impressed and entertained. The exhibits depict demonstrations of love and lust and global erotica. The compelling or maybe most attractive aspect is the fact that there are many marginalized cultures represented. The art is comprised of diverse mediums and spans time. Before we'd realized it, we had spent 2.5 hours enjoying, studying and contemplating. The gentleman at the front desk was friendly and very informed. He guided us and offered to answer any questions. If you happen to have a free afternoon, it's really worth a visit!

    Amelia D.

    We paid $25 to enter. The first side with just the art didn't catch our attention much but we're not exactly art connoisseurs. The other sides were definitely cooler and had a lot more interesting artifacts, photos, and items in general to see. Quite interesting. The museum actually has a lot of potential but the set up looks like they haven't fully committed to it. Would be great if they added some music, interactive videos, or something to engage the audience further.

    Alysia R.

    I really wanted to love this museum but there are a few critique's I think could improve the overall experience. For starters, the A/C was broken so it was very hot (no pun intended). I also wish there were a few more exhibits that were interactive/kinetic. On the upside, the variety of art was astounding! You see everything from Shunga art to modern sculptures so the variety was definitely there. My boyfriend and I went on a weekday and we were definitely the only people there which is kinda sad, I feel like this museum could be way more popping if they made some minor adjustments and perhaps even added some more "Instagram-worthy" exhibits that'll get people excited to visit and enjoy themselves more.

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    tori p.

    Very interesting/funny museum experience. The pieces were intriguing to say the least and also with various mediums. The exhibition is large and has surprisingly a lot of historical work. The downsides are the facility doesn't seem to have central AC, completely unbearable on a hot day or in the summer. Also, I came to the gallery to finish an assignment for school. There is no discount for students (unlike the Perez Museum) and the admission fee is a pretty penny ($25). There's also a section in the exhibition dedicated to the sole contributor of the museum, it shows only his B&W photography which has no relevance to the other pieces shown. Only 3/5 because it's a bit expensive for what it's worth.

    Leila R.

    First things first with a place like this...know yourself and if you are easily "affronted" by anything sexual in nature, then you obviously have no business here. Also, to best enjoy your experience here, I suggest you leave whatever judgements, stigmas, or stereotypes you may have at the door. That being said, this place is as the name advertises: a museum of erotic world art. I absolutely loved my visit here and, against several friends' suggestions, I came by myself. And, to be completely honest, I think I was able to more thoroughly enjoy and appreciate my visit here because of that. There were several displays and rooms that I was able to fully peruse by myself w/o the sort of "pressure" to react to certain things as I noticed in the other couples and groups that I ran into in the museum who seemed to be covered in clouds of embarrassed giggles, gasps, and shocked whispers. In my own solitude I was able to fully take in and appreciate much of the art by going past the bluntness of the content of some of the more overt pieces and delve into the artistic aspects behind them. I enjoyed this museum, as well, in that its displays spanned every genre and era and did an excellent job in showing how sex isn't a pervasive stigma to be hidden in dark corners, but a natural part of human nature and human history that spans every culture in the world and has spanned millennia. My favorites were the more ethnic displays as well as the ones that contained ancient relics. There is a roman phallic piece from 500BC and several other pieces in the 300 to 100 BC range. These were the most fascinating to me as were the more abstract pieces. I also liked the pieces that were different molds of various vaginas and nipples. It humanized the objectification of those parts of the anatomy in a very whimsical and artistic way. There were also several displays dedicated to the penis, but as phallic symbolism seems to be less esoteric than the "feminine mystique", it seemed less eye-grabbing. That isn't to say, however, that the fascination with the phallus and its implied and insinuated symbol of power was not able to still be appreciated throughout the museum. All that being said, it was well worth the price of admission (the WEAM is currently under construction, so there is a discounted admission price of $12 vs $20) and I applaud the WEAM for taking the breadth of this subject matter and displaying it in an informative/artistic vs in an obviously provocative way.

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    Joe D.

    Wow!!! This ranks up there with my other favorite similar museum, the Museum of Sex in Manhattan. It was hard to find pics that were family-friendly, though I'd take my family here, hehe. This museum is on the second floor above a Starbucks, next to a Crunch Gym. I was patronizing the Crunch and stopped at Starbuck's then looked up and thought: wow I should try that place, and so glad I did. The museum collection is a poignant and interesting grouping. Almost anything over the ages you can imagine is here. It did not have the feeling of an HBO show with the sex dialed up to titillate though. It was tasteful and informative. Some of it is wildly hilarious, but probably unable to find G-rated descriptions. It is quite scholarly, with endorsements from the Kinsey Institute among others. I was expecting slightly cheesy given the location above a commercial strip, but it's not at all. Absolutely go see this...

    Megan K.

    $20 to get in, masks are mandatory right now. You take the elevator upstairs and to the left is an exhibit, which is kind of cool. Then you back track, and you'll get to all of the really awesome stuff. I forced myself to not post a lot of pics, I took a ton! Parking can be kind of hell, but I'm really glad we went! You can take pics, just no flash. We spent a little over an hour here. It has a lot of little twists and turns, but you shouldn't get too lost.

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    Art Deco Museum

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    I've lived in Miami for more than a decade but yet I've never done the official Art Deco tour…read morethrough the Miami Beach Preservation Society and decided to do it one weekday I was off from work. The tour occurs every weekday at 10:30 AM and is roughly around 90 minutes or so. It covers about 8 blocks or so and you stop along the way. You have to book the tour through TripAdvisor or can purchase tickets the day of in person from the Museum Welcome Center. I arrived 15 minutes early as the booking suggested and I was the first person there, so I explored the Art Deco Museum while I waited on the tour to begin. Your tour includes admission to the museum to explore throughout the day. The museum is two rooms and you can easily cover it in about 15 minutes. They provide you with headsets and are greeted by your volunteer tour guide. Mine for the day was Franzi and she was so nice and knowledgeable about the Art Deco area and was very personable. We started the tour at the the lifeguard stand behind the museum and continued on Ocean Drive and saw a number of buildings from the outside and also went in two hotels and the tour guide spoke about the significance of each of the buildings and interiors. A number of the things you could learn from reading the monuments and images inside of the museum but Franzi also provided a lot of knowledge about the area and brought everything to light. The tour was really good, and I'm glad I could finally take advantage of going on the tour!

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    Pérez Art Museum Miami

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    3.4 mi
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    an excellent collection of art. the surrounding area of the…read moremuseum is also very scenic and beautiful, definitely worth exploring and great places to take pix! have fun c.

    So, this is a bit of a complex review to write because the take-away is that I loved my visit, but…read morethe experience left me wanting more, mainly because the subject matter of the main exposition was just not my cup of tea, but I can see how it would appeal to the Miami community because of their love for sports. The setting and location could not be better - totally breathtaking. Views of the causeway and Biscayne Bay / Downtown Miami are amazing. The architectural details with concrete and MCM inspired wooden accents are just perfect. The staff were knowledgeable and helpful, and definitely added to our experience, and the gift shop is great. The restaurant is excellent and has a thoughtful menu, with several items that are inspired by pieces from the permanent collection. The sports art exhibit took much more space than I would have liked. There is a LOT of money in Miami, and I would have expected a permanent collection or even visiting exposition that would rival museums in New York, Philadelphia, or Washington, DC. - modern art, Impressionism, renaissance, or other fine art would be incredible. That being said, I will definitely return to enjoy the museum, and look forward to seeing where their artistic directors take things in years to come!

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    Art from the Calida Rawles' Away with the Tides collection
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    Vertical garden absorbing the Miami rain
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    Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

    3.5
    (714 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    My husband and I visited this museum as part of our day trip to Miami. I wish parking wasn't so…read moreexpensive ($18 flat rate). It took us about 2.5 hours to explore the entire place including the planetarium show. The show that worked out best with timing was called "How to Die in Space: An Interactive Adventure Through the Cosmos." The girl leading it was wonderful but as you may figure by its name, the show was not a peaceful experience. There were a number of explosions that I think scared some of the kids in attendance. The other exhibits included one about flight, the human body/mind, an aquarium, dinosaurs, and general Florida wildlife. I can't say I learned a terrible amount of new information but it was fine. I appreciate the museum's mission and it probably would be cool for toddlers-little kids.

    Erika and her colleague, truly made our visit special. She carefully prepared a Starbucks coffee…read morewith oat milk, cinnamon, and sugar-free vanilla, and you could instantly tell how much attention she puts into every detail. Her service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, the kind that turns a simple coffee stop after a nice visit to the museum into a cool experience. Every sip was warming, but what stood out most was Erika's a d her colleague welcoming energy and care. It's a wonderful little add-on to an already fantastic day at the museum with your family, friends and even date. Bonus: they also offer food options like fries, hamburgers, and chicken nuggets, making it a great spot to recharge during your visit. Highly recommended! As well as the planetarium show, it is 100% worth the extra add on to the ticket.

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    The 250-seat planetarium uses 16-million-color 8K projection, surround sound and a vast dome screen to take you on dazzling visual odysseys.

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    The 250-seat planetarium uses 16-million-color 8K projection, surround sound and a vast dome screen to take you on dazzling visual odysseys.
    Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

    Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

    4.5
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    In all the years that I lived in Miami, I never once visited Viscaya; I live in shame. Mostly…read morebecause when you're local the mentality is, "why pay to see a fancy house? you can drive by coral gables or south beach and see them for free". I will say, the grounds are absolutely delightful, especially if you go in the Springtime as we did where flowers are all in full bloom, that alone is worth the ticket price. The architecture is exquisite! A feast for the eyes in so many ways. When we came to visit, they were doing renovations. You could see the water damage on the roof and walls, probably caused by one of the many Summer storms, because of that the tickets were at a discount that day but we were still able to appreciate the beauty of Viscaya. There are two cafe's. One in the garden of the main house, and another across the street where farm animals use to be kept. Surprisingly, the food and drinks are reasonably priced. The day we were there, a wedding was going to take place and there was a lot of commotion going on. Fancy tables being set up, fine china, crystal glasses, the whole works. We asked a security guard how much it costs to have a wedding reception there and he said: "Just to rent the space, no tables, no nothing, starting price is 100k". So if you have 100k lying around, and plan to get married soon, this could be an option for you. Jokes aside though; I'd definitely visit again.

    Imagine being transported to a palatial European setting...except you're in Miami. We took the…read moremetro to Vizcaya and made the ten minute walk to the gardens. The property and history is pretty amazing. As many other reviews have mentioned, a good portion of the rooms and structures are closed for renovations. They have reduced the entry to $20 from $25 but it still was a little disappointing that the casino building and several rooms in the house were closed. Being that it was the offseason, some of the gardens did seem to be past their peak. We hope to return when everything is open in season and tour the whole facility.

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    The Wolfsonian-FIU

    4.3
    (82 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    The Wolfsonian - FIU (Florida International University) is a Museum, Library & Research Ctr. In the…read moreArt Deco District in Miami Beach, Fl. Wolfsonian Museum Founder / Author / Philanthropist / Businessman Mitchell "Mickey" Wolfson was inspired by the integration of art & design, established this museum space & donated lots of art that is on display for patrons to enjoy. Art at The Wolfsonian is from the 1850 - 1950 period. We visited during their "Free Fridays", which is from 6pm-9pm. When we walked inside, we admired the lobby for a bit before going into the elevator. Exhibits - Harry Clarke + The Geneva Window (5th Fl.) & The Big World: Alternative Landscapes in the Modern Era (6th Fl.) showcased gorgeous masterpieces. One of my favorites was a furniture piece entitled "Chest" by Josef Hoffman. We were in awe of the various paintings, & other art installations. The Wolfsonian has such a cool Giftshop! Staff & Security were present to provide information if needed. Bathrooms were clean, neat & organized. Wolfsonian.org @wolfsonian Open Wed., Thurs., Sat. & Sun. - 10am - 6pm & Fridays 10am - 9pm Access to the Reading Room only via Appt. Free Admission to select groups if your are visiting outside of Free Friday hours - Check their website for more information. Guided Tours are available upon request.

    We walked into the Wolfsonian FIU Museum, which is free to Florida residents. We left our bags in…read morelockers. The museum is 2 blocks from Ocean Drive in a grand Art Deco building that's now home to a Florida International University-affiliated museum, library, and research center dedicated to the importance of art and design throughout history. Since 1985, the Wolfsonian collection has showcased the entire modern age of design, from the Industrial Revolution to the end of World War II. With over 200,000 pieces in the museum's collection are paintings, textiles, furniture, industrial design objects, rare books & magazines. There's was a lot to take in, so the museum categorizes it into a half-dozen or more exhibitions at any given time. The Geneva Window filled the 2nd floor with Harry Clarke's stained-glass masterpiece. In 1926, Irish artist, Clarke was commissioned by the newly independent Irish Free State to create a window as a gift to the League of Nations in Geneva. The completed window was, considered too provocative and "unrepresentative" of the Irish people. This installation told the stories behind the window & consequences of cultural censorship. Modern Design Across Borders exhibit examined the cross-cultural connections among people, ideas & movements that made modern design's remarkable reach and lasting impact possible. Five spotlight subjects were presented; transportation, 1925 Paris Expo, tea & coffee, plywood, and cocktail culture. Designers such as Norman Bel Geddes, Josef Hoffmann, Alvar Aalto, and Charles and Ray Eames innovations presented geometry, clean lines, functionality that defined modern life & continue to shape design today. We enjoyed all of the Miami Beach memorabilia from them motorcycle and sidecar, so all of the cocktail shakers. The posters & furniture on 5 were from the Wolfsonian's sister institution in Genoa, Italy. This ancient port city has a distinct character & is nown as "La Superba" (the superb). Mitchell "Micky" Wolfson, Jr., the museum founder gave us a picture of Genoa as a mercantile & financial center in the start of the 20th century. The hand painted secretary, posters & books represent the era beautifully. The Wolfsonian Design Store & coffee bar was almost an exhibition on its own, with its century-old Snead & Co. Iron Works shelving system presented a variety of books, games, toys, kitchenware, jewelry & tchotchkes that echo the museum's "good design is everything" theme. A smattering of tables makes this the perfect place to cool off & rest or some taking out a laptop to do some work with a fabulous iced latte.

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    6th floor gallery
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