The Stories of Vizcaya

Construction site with an unfinished garden and a large house in the background. Handwritten notes on the photo read "House & Garden from Manual 12-28-16.
The estate used to belong to industrialist and conversationalist James Deering. He set out building it to conserve the local landscape in the area and to protect the wildlife and plants. Deering rounded up as many as 1,000 workers to construct his luxurious estate on Biscayne Bay, in what is the present-day Coconut Grove area.
Vizcaya's waterfront gardens and Stone Barge
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens has received a $194,000 grant from the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management’s Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program to secure a temporary floodproofing solution that will prevent damage to this National Historic Landmark.
Bride and Groom being blessed by officiant.
Discover waterfront opulence at one of Miami’s most unique venues. Featuring expansive grounds, tranquil gardens and statues, and views across the Biscayne Bay, this ornate venue has been a European-inspired sanctuary in an urban setting since it was built in 1922. It also offers plenty of corners and nooks primed for gorgeous photography opportunities.
Ornate gold leaf designs with floral motifs on a richly decorated background.
For more than 100 years, Vizcaya has added a touch of European style to the Miami aesthetic. This year’s Vizcaya Ball samples the estate’s most elaborate spaces with the theme “Rock Your Rococo.” Emceed by NBC 6 anchor Roxy Vargas, the 63rd Annual Vizcaya Ball raises funds for the continued preservation of Vizcaya Museum and
Close-up of rare orchids in a greenhouse setting with text promoting a behind-the-scenes tour at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

Visiting this Friday? Jump on this Exclusive Tour!

If you love orchids, you don’t miss this special behind-the-scenes tour on Friday, December 13, 11:30 a.m. Join Vizcaya’s own orchid specialist as we go inside the museum’s greenhouse to explore rare orchids and learn expert plant care tips.

Tickets are just $39 per person and include museum admission. Spots are limited, so reserve yours now!