Vizcaya Museum & Gardens — Attraction in Miami

Nestled along the scenic Biscayne Bay, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of early 20th-century Miami. This architectural masterpiece, inspired by Italian Renaissance villas, transports visitors to another world with its meticulously landscaped gardens, grand architecture, and exquisite art collection. From the moment we stepped foot onto the property, we were awestruck by the sheer beauty of the surroundings. The meticulously manicured gardens, with their winding paths, lush greenery, and colorful blooms, create a sense of tranquility and wonder. The main attraction, the Vizcaya Villa, is a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance architecture. Its imposing façade, adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, is a sight to behold. As you step inside, you are greeted by a world of opulence and elegance. The grand rooms are filled with period furnishings, antique artwork, and luxurious textiles, creating an atmosphere of timeless beauty. The gardens surrounding the villa are equally breathtaking. Formal gardens with meticulously trimmed hedges and colorful flower beds coexist with more natural areas, featuring winding paths, babbling brooks, and secluded grottoes. Each corner offers a new photo opportunity, capturing the essence of the villa's beauty and charm. Whether you are exploring the grand rooms of the villa, strolling through the picturesque gardens, or simply relaxing by the water's edge, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens offers a truly unforgettable experience. It is a place where history, art, and nature come together to create a magical escape from the modern world. Here are some additional highlights of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: The Villa: A magnificent Italian Renaissance-style villa with opulent interiors and stunning views of the bay. The Gardens: Beautifully landscaped gardens with formal hedges, flower beds, and natural areas. The Art Collection: A collection of European art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects. The Events: Host a variety of events, including weddings, corporate functions, and private parties. Overall, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a blend of history, art, and natural beauty. It is a place that will leave you awestruck...

I have a lot of issues with this museum, but most of them are with the outdoor section. They really haven't put any money into maintaining the gardens, and you can see that because there's pond scum all through the lily pad area, The fountains are not running, and if they are running, then they are in disrepair and disgusting, and they just haven't made any effort really to take care of this like a botanical garden. While they trim the trees and tend the bushes, it hasn't been cared for properly or updated in any way other wise.... No and don't bother with the outdoor maze, it's kind of a joke. I also find it kind of surprising that they can't make the small effort to put placards by the statues to show their names or some kind of history about them. Honestly that would take very little effort to do that, and the only reason I can see for not doing it is because they simply just don't care. That's basically the takeaway from the outdoor area, they keep it with the grass cut and the trees trimmed but they just don't care enough to maintain it the way it should be cared for. Oh, also, it's a nightmare because of the uneven ground and my son actually fell in front of a guard and was bleeding a lot and visibly and the guard looked at him and proceeded to look away. They really just don't care. They didn't suggest that we go to the bathroom to help him clean up or offer ice or anything...

Now, the indoor area is acceptable and I was particularly impressed by the tour guide and her knowledge of the area and everything related to the museum. There are a lot of intricate details there and she seemed to know all about every little detail in the museum. That is not an easy task because there's a lot there. My favorite item is a 2000 year old table they have from when Mount Vesuvius erupted! The premises inside are generally cared for properly, it is clean and taken care of, and while it should be updated more and refinished and refurbished in keeping with the time period, it is acceptable for the most part.

It's a very interesting historical place, and I would recommend going but don't go outside because it's just not worth any time...

We've been coming to Vizcaya since 1998 and it's always been a joy. This review is about our visit today. It was SHOCKING to see a big, bulky metal ramp installed on the side of the house. The ramp takes half of the stairs and destroys the view of the house on that side! We thought that the ramp was may be designed to provide handycap access but the staff told us the ramp was installed approximately in October of 2023 to accommodate "the movers of the parties"!!! Apparently, the ramp was going to be there "temporarily" but the removal date had come a long time ago and the ramp is still there and creates a HUGE EYE SORE!

Who made a decision to "vandalize" Vizcaya by installing this ramp? Who authorised this and why was this allowed?

We came to Vizcaya cafe at 4pm and ordered two shakes. Traditionally, we wanted to sit at one of two tables by the pool window but both tables looked very unclean. I came up to the cafe staff and asked them to please clean the tables so we could sit down and enjoy the shakes. The girl who took our order, respondered, "Sure"! But a woman who appeared to be a cafe manager and who was sitting not far from the cash register in the kitchen area doing nothing, interupted her and told us that they "are closing soon" and we should sit "at other tables". We proceeded to wipe the tables with the napkins and sat down to have the shakes. We stayed at the cafe for half an hour and all this time the cafe manager continued to sit.

I suggest Vizcaya admins should have a customer service training for...