 Greetings from the City of Coral Gables, our
City Beautiful – one of the most charming,
sophisticated, and beautiful areas in the country.
The City of Coral Gables is the ideal community
in which to work and play while visiting or
doing business in South Florida, as its timeless
beauty and countless amenities stand out among
neighboring cities.
 As a visitor…dine at one of our renowned
restaurants, gaze upon our internationally recognized
Mediterranean architecture, or stroll through
sought after boutiques and art galleries, all
shaded by tropical foliage and canopies of banyans,
oaks, palms, and royal Poinciana trees.
As a resident…benefit from top-rated
municipal services, fine residential communities,
historic landmarks, and a superior quality of
life laden with amenities.
 As an organization…do business in
the Corporate Capital of the Americas, alongside
nearly 200 multinational corporations, who take
advantage of prime office space, multilingual
employment base and an active Coral Gables Chamber
of Commerce.
However you choose to spend your time in
Coral Gables, you will always remember your
visit to this exceptional jewel of South Florida–
a community where style and substance meet!
ACCOMMODATIONS
Coral Gables is home to a superior selection
of hotels, which offer the very best in high
quality service and amenities. From hotels and
extended stay suites to full-service resorts,
these luxurious accommodations make Coral Gables
one of the most popular places to stay in Miami
while here on business or leisure. Accommodations
in Coral Gable are created to offer a quiet
retreat from the rush of the city.
Visitors are just a short cab ride from some
of Miami's most popular attractions located
in South Beach, Bal Harbor and Coconut Grove.
All hotels are just minutes from fine dining,
culture, shopping, historic venues, entertainment
and the great outdoors. Please click on “Accommodations”,
to view our local hotel and resort partners.
DINING
Coral Gables is the renowned home to South Florida's
finest restaurants, from casual eateries to
the nation's most celebrated restaurants.
Our nearly 150 restaurants feature an array
of options to satisfy every foodies passion,
tastes, cravings and occasions. Prepare your
taste buds for a special treat and take your
palate on an international tour! Please
click on the “Dining”
to view the delectable options in Coral Gables!
SHOPPING
The City Beautiful is home to South Florida's
finest jewelers, award-winning European and
domestic furniture manufacturers, art galleries,
bridal shops, and designer boutiques. Coral
Gables offers some of the most sought after
shopping destinations in South Florida. In particular,
be sure that your shopping experience includes
trips to these amazing locations:
Village of Merrick Park: 115 world-class
shops and restaurants, all in an outdoor village
type setting, featuring fountains, tropical
foliage, and gardens.
Miracle Mile & Downtown Coral Gables: A
pedestrian-friendly neighborhood infused
with a chic European feel. Decorated with
tree-lined streets and Mediterranean
architecture, the historic area boasts some
of Miami’s finest boutiques, acclaimed
restaurants, respected art galleries and
lively entertainment venues. With more than
200 retailers and 70 restaurants, Downtown
Coral Gables and Miracle Mile is a
sophisticated destination to shop, live,
play and work. It’s Miami’s charming gem
that locals like to keep a secret and
visitors love to find.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Coral Gables is a showcase of sophistication,
beauty, charm and grandeur. The city's main
entrances are marked with graceful coral rock
arches dating back to the 1920s. Many of the
Mediterranean-style homes, businesses and public
buildings from the 1920s era and earlier have
been lovingly preserved or restored by Gables
residents. Virtually every street is lined with
stately trees and many are covered in canopies
of banyans, oaks and royal Poinciana trees.
Venetian Pool: A Coral Gables landmark built
in 1923, the Venetian Pool is included in the
National Register of Historic Places. Built
from a coral rock quarry, the pool is spring
fed and designed to resemble an Italian grotto.
The
Biltmore Hotel: A national historic landmark,
this luxury hotel was built in 1926. Amenities
include a newly renovated and re-designed championship
golf course, spa, and the largest hotel pool
in the continental US.
Fairchild
Tropical Botanic Garden: Designed in
1938, the garden is an 83-acre natural preserve
on the edge of Coral Gables, offering guided
walking tours, tram tours, and seasonal special
events and festivals.
Matheson Hammock Park: 600 acres of
paradise for both nature lovers and boaters,
including nature trails, over 15 species of
native hardwood trees, and a man-made island
pool, flushed naturally by the tidal action
of Biscayne Bay.
University
of Miami: The largest private research university
in the Southeastern United States, UM offers
the LoweArt Museum, collegiate sports, theater,
music, and other cultural events.
 Coral Gables Merrick House and Garden Museum:
The Coral Gables Merrick House is the boyhood
home of George Merrick, founder of the City
of Coral Gables. The house, which is listed
in the National Register of Historic Places,
has been restored to its 1925 appearance featuring
beautiful architectural details created from
local materials such as coral rock and Miami-Dade
County pine. The Merrick House is filled with
the family's personal treasures, furniture and
artworks.
Gables Gallery Nights: On the first Friday
each month, the Coral Gables Gallery Association
organizes Coral Gables Gallery Night with participation
by many of the best local galleries, featuring
complimentary transportation and refreshments.
Call Virginia Miller at 305-444-4493 for more
information.
Look for the special Coral Gables Gallery Night
buses that offer free transportation between
the major art galleries
Trolley: Free, air-conditioned transportation
along Ponce de Leon Blvd., from SW 8th
Street to the Metro-Rail Station at Douglas
Road in downtown Coral Gables!
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