Last updated on 10 May 08
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Vizcaya Gardens

  4.0/5 (1 ratings)

Gardenvisit Editorial

The garden was made during the First World War using many features, including steps, balustrades, fountians and finials, purchased in Italy or copied from Italian gardens. The design is based on a cross-axis and includes terraces, pools, fountains, sculpture, urns and knot gardens. Florida's climate favours the lush planting. The spirit of the garden is perhaps more mannerist than high renaissance. Approx 1,000 workers were employed on the construction of the house and garden - nearly 10% of Miami's population. The garden designer was Diego Suarez, who had been trained in Florence, Italy.
Address Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Biscayne Bay, 3251 S Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida, USA, FL 33131
Opening times All year (except Christmas). Daily. Open 9.30am to 5pm.
Admission Entrance free
Website Visit the Vizcaya Gardens website


Recent Reviews

  • 8 days ago Adfam Hodge said

    An extraordinary juxtaposition from racy buzzy Miami. It has all the makings of a classic Italian garden even with the tropical choice of plants.
    I enjoyed the visit..it transports you to an elegant mood !

    (4.0/5)

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