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Navigating the cultural scene in a city like Miami can be hard, but we've found the perfect guide in Culture Shock Miami. Let this local resource guide you to the next must-see theater performance, concert, art exhibition or event taking place in The Magic City.

Get up-close to the animals at the Miami Metro Zoo. There are over 2,000 animals that call this zoo home, along with 1,200 plant species. As you stroll down the pathways of the zoo, you'll see exhibits and attractions that house tigers, lions, sloths, antelope, kangaroos, monkeys, koala bears, gorillas, elephants, rhinoceros, and hundreds more.

Visit the beautiful Vizcaya Museum & Gardens to take a peek back in time and explore the beauty of a subtropical forest. As you walk through the attraction you'll notice the European stylings of the home, boasting Mediterranean Revival architectural style and Baroque elements. The gardens are lush, with blooming orchids and other flowers throughout.

Explore the architecture of the city with an Art Deco Walking Tour through the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. On the tour, you'll see a variety of buildings like hotels, restaurants and other commercial structures featuring Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival and Miami Modern architectural styling. Some of the stops along the way even allow you to see the inside of the buildings.