Tours are guided experiences designed to engage students in learning through inquiry-based, object-based, peer-to-peer discussions, and hands-on activities. Tours for 3rd- through 12th-grade students may be reserved for the Main House and gardens, are presented in English, and last one hour. Tours may be combined with programs.
Teachers who wish to visit Vizcaya and facilitate a specific activity or lesson must get approval from Vizcaya’s Learning Department. Click the button below to submit your request today.
Individuals visiting as part of a school program or tour may be photographed or captured on video for the purpose of creating educational content as well as for the promotion of the museum and its programs. Any guests, especially children, that are not to be photographed should be flagged to Vizcaya’s School Programs Manager or equivalent liaison upon arrival at the estate. We appreciate your cooperation to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit for all.
Peer-Based Learning Experience
Programs are collaborative, peer-to-peer, project-based learning opportunities in which students explore topics and issues in depth in an environment that fosters initiative, autonomy and independence. Programs for 7th- through 12th-grade students may be reserved for the Main House and gardens, are presented in English and last one hour. Programs may be combined with tours.
Urban Farming, 4th–5th grades (Only teachers who attend Vizcaya’s Teacher Workshop on September 7, 2019 are eligible for this program)
Make a Reservation
Teachers who wish to visit Vizcaya and facilitate a specific activity or lesson must get approval from Vizcaya’s Learning Department. Click the button below to submit your request today.
Individuals visiting as part of a school program or tour may be photographed or captured on video for the purpose of creating educational content as well as for the promotion of the museum and its programs. Any guests, especially children, that are not to be photographed should be flagged to Vizcaya’s School Programs Manager or equivalent liaison upon arrival at the estate. We appreciate your cooperation to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit for all.
Celebrate Biscayne Bay
Vizcaya is a proud partner and supporter of Miami-Dade County’s annual Baynanza, Biscayne Bay Cleanup Day. Vizcaya and the County’s Department of Economic and Regulatory Resources host a design contest to encourage students in Miami-Dade to celebrate Biscayne Bay and understand its significance as one of the most important ecosystems in South Florida. Participate with your class and you could win a free field trip to Vizcaya!*
All Miami-Dade County elementary, middle and high school students are eligible to participate in the design contest for Baynanza 2020. Students create and enter a drawing that portrays Biscayne Bay and its unique natural environment. To see the results of the 2019 year, visit our story about the Baynanza winners.
*Class of winning student (first place) will get a field trip to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens with free admission and transportation for the current school year!
2020 Contest has closed
Counselors and campers, visit Vizcaya this summer!
Vizcaya welcomes summer camps throughout June, July and August. Groups of campers will enjoy learning about Vizcaya, the arts, history and the environment. Six experiences are available by reservation.
Fantastic Creatures – Discover the characters and creatures that live in Vizcaya’s art and design through drawing and group discussions.
A Day in the Life of Vizcaya – Tour the Main House to understand how Vizcaya was enjoyed and experienced in the past by both staff and guests of James Deering.
Geography and Exploration – Learn about geography, discovery and exploration in this guided tour of the Main House and its collection from around the world.
The Living Garden – Activate your senses on a tour of the gardens. Touch, smell, observe and listen to the natural environment while you explore native ecosystems and Vizcaya’s formal gardens.
Garden Overview – Tour the formal gardens and learn how the European inspired landscape reflects Miami and its location.
Environmental Exploration – Discuss preservation and adaptations while learning about South Florida’s native habitats through this outdoor tour of Vizcaya’s models of native ecosystems.
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A minimum of two adults over 21 years of age required per group
One counselor required for every 10 campers
Payment in full is due upon arrival
10–35 Campers: $175
36–50 Campers: $250
51–70 Campers: $350
Additional chaperones (counselors/adults) above the required ratio: $10 each
Vizcaya is pleased to offer a limited number of bus transportation scholarships to Title-I schools in Miami-Dade County. Funds may be used for guided tours of the Main House and gardens by 3rd- through 12th-grade students in Title I schools.
Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to guided tour and bus availability.
Applications must be received a minimum of four weeks in advance of requested visit date. All visits must take place by June 4, 2020.
What did James Deering think should be the official emblem of Vizcaya? Explore the XXX to find out.
Look for the XX Symbol….
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