Brickell Ave, Downtown Miami
Brickell Ave in Downtown Miami is where many international consulates and banks are clustered. In fact, it has more international banks than any other city in America. Brickell Key, a gated island (that you can walk the perimeter of on a lovely path), lies just across a short causeway, and creates pretty views for many of the high-rise offices. It's wonderful to walk along Brickell Ave and look up at the unique shapes of the glistening glass skyscrapers. The entry pillars in front of the W Miami Hotel are a sight to see, and the grand silver columns in front of 701 Brickell Ave are nice too. There are plenty of cafes to choose from, where you can watch the smartly-dressed business people walking by. Check out Mary Brickell Village, an outdoor mall in a densely-populated area with many eateries. A block further, Granier Bakery is on a tree-lined section at the 900 and 1000 block of Brickell Ave- it's lovely to sit inside or outside, admiring the skyscrapers above. The counter-service staff are sweet, and the food is excellent. Pasion del Cielo Coffee is also in this leafy area.
This area is growing very rapidly with new residential buildings. There are 80,000 residents, who use the walking paths and hang out at the cafes. A fantastic walking or running path is the River Walk Trail which runs along the Miami River starting at Brickell Point. From there you can run the path around Brickell Key. Skyscrapers, palm trees, and emerald green water really do look good together!
At night, enjoy a drink at one of the roof-top poolside bars, such as the bar on the 16th floor of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel where friendly staff from South America tip their hats to you as you walk in (warning: crowded valet parking pullup, expensive parking even after validation).
Nearby check out Bayside Marketplace, a touristy spot with restaurants and shops on the waterfront, a 22 minute walk north. Or go for a dip at 7th Street Beach! It's a 20 minute drive away. Eat at Shake Shack, which has such yummy burgers with cheese melted perfectly over them, plus good chocolate malt shakes to share.
Old and new: The First Presbyterian Church with its late Mediterranean Revival architecture, and a modern skyscraper.
Trolley bus and skyscraper.
Bridge over Miami River.
W Miami Hotel and Brickell Park.
High-rise with unusual design- a circle at the top that makes a shadow.
Buildings where Brickell Ave crosses the Miami River.
First Presbyterian Church and Bank of America high-rise.
Silver shiny columns at 701 Brickell Ave.
Walkway between Brickell Ave and Biscayne Bay, beside 701 Brickell Ave.
The green grass of Mary Brickell Park.
Building with a circle on top.
Walkway from Brickell Ave to the water.
River Walk behind 701 Brickell Ave, a long path for runners.
Palm trees and high-rises go well together!
Causeway to Brickell Key over the green waters of the bay.
Impressive thunderstorm behind Brickell Key, as seen from 26th floor of Kimpton Epic Hotel.
Roof-top bar on 16th floor of Kimpton Epic Hotel.
16th floor rooftop-restaurant, Area 31, at Kimpton Epic Hotel.
Skyscrapers above Kimpton Epic Pool, which is next to the rooftop bar.
Couch and view of building with circle atop, at the Kimpton Epic rooftop bar area.
Pool at Kimpton Epic Hotel, near the rooftop bar.
View of skyscrapers from Kimpton Epic Hotel. Magic!
Griffin (lion's body with a bird's head) at the JW Marriott Miami Hotel.
Kimpton Epic rooftop bar with potted palms.
View from Kimpton Epic rooftop bar at dusk.
Inside Granier Bakery.
Baked with Love, at Granier Bakery.
Glistening skyscrapers, as seen from Granier Bakery.
Trees line Brickell Ave near Pasion del Cielo Coffee, on the 900 Block.
Bistro chairs and tables outside Granier Coffee, under palms.
Rounded highrise and squared highrise, with Brickell Key in the middle, as seen from Kimpton Epic.
Rain clouds, taking the same shape as the skyline!
Brickell Ave at night.
The tall buildings on Brickell Ave.
Buildings on Brickell Ave, lit up at night.
The area pictured here is located around 701 Brickell Ave, Miami FL 33131. Leave extra time because there is a lot of gridlock traffic!
Granier Bakery, 1064 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131. Open daily 7am.
Last Updated: Sat, 13 Apr 2024 17:52:33 GMT
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