AN iconic Miami museum that was once the personal mansion of the city's own "Jay Gatsby" brings European elegance to American shores, with 10 acres of lush gardens and an ocean view. The historic Vizcaya Museum & Gardens in Miami , Florida, hosts an array of activities for the public and is the backdrop for countless photoshoots, weddings , and events. "Vizcaya is the perfect place for any kind of special event, whether that's a wedding, anniversary, or birthday,” said Aaliyah Pasols, native South Floridian and editor at The U.
S. Sun, “I took my mom for Mother's Day and she had the best time taking pictures in front of the beautiful scenes of the garden and museum." It's no secret why it's so popular for photos: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens sits on 43 acres of land, with over 10 acres dedicated to jaw-dropping gardens resembling those of Versailles in France.
The Formal Garden has an array of low-trim shrubs laid out in geometric patterns with palm trees to add a signature tropical touch. READ MORE on Travel Inside the mansion, which is now a museum, guests will notice sleek marble floors accompanied by glass-stained doors. The mansion has over 70 rooms, half of which hold treasures dating back to the 15th century, according to the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau .
"The museum is immaculately preserved, with many of the original owner's belongings on display from suitcases to dinnerware and books,” Pasols said. The jaw-dropping estate was first built in 1914 by.