Things to Do in Miami on a Rainy Day
Updated: Nov 8, 2020
Miami has, on average, 249 days of sunshine each year. Miami also has, on average, 128 days in which the city receives rainfall. A majority of the rainfall is less than 1 hour in duration, so it likely won't ruin any plans you have. However, there are several days each year where it will rain all day. A full day of rain can ruin an agenda.
The city of Miami prides itself on outdoor activities. Tourists, and even Miami residents, still don't know what to do when it rains. Luckily, there is an abundance of activities to partake in.
PS, if you're visiting Miami, see the best hotels in Miami.
Here is a list of things you can do in Miami on a rainy day:
The gorgeous interior of this mansion will take up at least 2 hours of your time. If there is a break in the clouds, go outside and see the lush gardens.
Daily tours will take about 45 minutes to cover the museum. The building itself is impressive enough!
Buy an explorer ticket and have fun. It's not just for kids.
Got kids? No problem. They'll be occupied for hours here.
See the city at your own pace with the hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Use teamwork to escape. (It may be difficult to book last minute.)
A year-round attraction in Wynwood. Can you survive?
Skydive indoors at iFly
Self-explanatory.
CMX Cinemas
Watch a movie in ultimate luxury with a comprehensive food & drink menu.
Hit some balls rain or shine at Topgolf with two locations in Doral and Miami Gardens.
Breweries
If you're going to drink on your rainy day, have some fun with it and try something new:
Casinos
Want to gamble? Check out a casino.
Spa
Enjoy a day at some of the best spas in Miami.
Go Shopping
Brickell City Centre
Dadeland Mall
Dolphin Mall
Bal Harbour Shops
Aventura Mall
The Falls
Sawgrass Mills
Lincoln Road Mall
Bayside Marketplace
Miracle Mall
Sporting Events
With 4 pro sports teams (soon to by 5) and a major university, there is a strong chance that one of the teams will have a game/match during your stay in Miami.
Miami Marlins
Sport: Baseball, MLB
Division: NL East
Venue: Marlins Park (20-30 minutes from Miami Beach)
Style: Retractable roof
Home Games Per Season: 81
Time of Year: Spring thru Fall
Cost: $
Miami Heat
Sport: Basketball, NBA
Division: Southeast
Venue: American Airlines Arena (15-20 minutes from Miami Beach)
Style: Arena
Home Games Per Season: 41
Time of Year: Fall thru Spring
Cost: $$
Miami Dolphins
Sport: Football, NFL
Division: AFC East
Venue: Hard Rock Stadium (35-50 minutes from Miami Beach)
Style: Open-air Stadium
Home Games Per Season: 8
Time of Year: Late Summer thru Winter
Cost: $$
Florida Panthers
Sport: Hockey, NHL
Division: Atlantic
Venue: BB&T Center (50 minutes to an hour from Miami Beach)
Style: Arena
Home Games Per Season: 41
Time of Year: Fall thru Spring
Cost: $$
Miami Hurricanes Football
Sport: Football, NCAA
Conference: ACC
Venue: Hard Rock Stadium (35-50 minutes from Miami Beach)
Style: Open-air Stadium
Home Games Per Season: 6
Time of Year: Late Summer thru Winter
Cost: $
Miami Hurricanes Basketball
Sport: Basketball, NCAA
Conference: ACC
Venue: Watsco Center (30-45 minutes from Miami Beach
Style: Arena
Home Games Per Season: 14-18
Time of Year: Fall thru Late Winter
Cost: $
