Conference City: Miami

The 2025 ACADIA conference will take place in Miami, Florida. Miami is a vibrant, diverse, and rapidly growing city, often referred to as the “Gateway to the Americas.” Known for its iconic Art Deco architecture, stunning beaches, and thriving arts and cultural scene, Miami is also a hub for innovation in technology and design. The conference will highlight Miami’s unique position as a crossroads of cultures and a center for cutting-edge architectural research and practice.
Miami

The academic hosts for ACADIA 2025 are Florida International University and the University of Miami. Both institutions provide an inspiring environment for innovation and collaboration in the fields of architecture, design, and technology.

Suggested Accommodations

Miami Beach

The Betsy Hotel 1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Standard Spa, Miami Beach 40 Island Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Downtown Miami

Hilton Miami Downtown 1601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
InterContinental Miami 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131
Hampton Inn & Suites Miami/Brickell-Downtown 50 SW 12th St, Miami, FL 33130
Hyatt Regency Miami 400 SE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33131

Coral Gables/Coconut Grove

The Biltmore Hotel 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove 3300 SW 27th Ave, Miami, FL 33133

Doral

DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Airport & Convention Center
711 NW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126

Nearby Restaurants

Joe’s Stone Crab 11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Zuma Miami 270 Biscayne Blvd Way, Miami, FL 33131
Versailles Restaurant (Cuban Cuisine) 3555 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink 130 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137
Cvi.Che 105 (Peruvian Cuisine) 105 NE 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33132

Miami Architecture

Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) by Herzog & de Meuron
1111 Lincoln Road by Herzog & de Meuron
Fly’s Eye Dome by Buckminster Fuller
Miami Museum Garage by Workac
Miami Art Deco District
One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid

Additional Sights

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33129
Little Havana Calle Ocho, Miami, FL
Wynwood Walls 2520 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127
Everglades National Park 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034
Miami Design District 140 NE 39th St, Miami, FL 33137

Transportation

Miami International Airport (MIA) is a major hub with access to public transportation, ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft, and official taxis. The Metrorail Orange Line connects the airport to Downtown Miami, and the cost is $2.25 per fare. Public transport options within Miami include the Metrobus, Metromover, and Brightline train for intercity travel.

It is generally recommended to use ride-sharing services or taxis when traveling at night or outside of central Miami.