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Journey through the city on an amphibious vehicle with Duck Tours South Beach. On the tour, you'll see important Miami landmarks and neighborhoods, then you'll set sail on the waters of Biscayne Bay to see the sights surrounding, including the lavish homes of the rich and famous that line the coast of Star Island.

There's no end to the recreation opportunities available at John Pennenkamp Coral Reef State Park. Fishing, camping and swimming are just the beginning of the fun. The park offers snorkeling tours, scuba diving tours, cruise tours on a glass bottom boat, and canoe and kayak rentals so you can explore the waters on your own.

Fans of classical music and symphonic performances should make it a point to see a production by the New World Symphony. This symphony company is the nation's only full-time orchestra academy and works hard to prepare up and coming professional orchestra musicians. New World Symphony hosts a variety of performances and events so be sure to check its calendar and stay in the know.

Enjoy live music at the Jazz in the Gardens event. This festival has brought some of the best names in music to the stage, including Gladys Knight, Charlie Wilson, Ms. Lauryn Hill, John Legend, Mary J. Blige and many more. The line up gets more impressive every year so keep an eye on the event's website for details.