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Top 5 Shopping Spots in Little Havana

Amit Bhuta

I use non-traditional marketing to inspire the most motivated buyers to pay the max for Miami luxury homes...

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Nov 28 9 minutes read

Fill your carts with the latest fashion finds alongside delicious Cuban food, endless salsa dancing, quirky art galleries, and historic spots — this is Little Havana, the heart of Miami's Cuban diaspora!       

Running west Downtown and Brickell to Douglas Avenue, with the Miami River as its northern border and Coral Way to its south, is Little Havana, a social and cultural enclave named after the capital city of Cuba.

Encompassing several blocks of residential streets, a quick trip on foot taking you to its famous Art-Deco architecture, colorful street murals, and distinctive giant rooster statues, Little Havana offers a constant celebration of Cuban heritage, boasting Latin-inspired restaurants, bakeries, fruit stands, cigar shops, rum bars, art galleries, music venues, and a distinctly diverse Latin American flair you can't find elsewhere.

The same vibe radiates throughout Little Havana's shopping scene of unassuming malls and famous thoroughfares, offering a coveted balance of modest and high-end retail, perfect for a well-rounded shopping splurge in Magic City!

Let Little Havana be the game-changer you seek in your Miami shopping escapade!

Here are the top five shopping spots in Little Havana.

1) Calle Ocho

762 A SW 18th Ave, Miami, FL 33135

Let culture and retail commandeer your shopping escapade around Little Havana with a trip to its unique shopping and dining destination, Calle Ocho, a tiny slice of Cuba in the heart of Miami!

Offering a sprinkling of shops featuring an array of hard-to-find Cuban delights, from hand-rolled cigars to guayabera shirts (fitting for the subtropical weather) and handmade souvenirs, Calle Ocho is the main thoroughfare of Little Havana, serving as an anchor to its social, cultural, and culinary scenes.

We're talking local artisan shops, thrifting boutiques, Cuban clothing, art galleries, delicious Cuban specialties, and more — anything and everything Cuban from head to toe! 

As you explore Calle Ocho's vibrant stores, take the time to pose in front of the bright murals and colorful painted rooster sculptures peppered throughout the thoroughfare-- your followers won't get enough of these cute snaps! 

Calle Ocho also hosts one of the largest annual street festivals in the world, the Calle Ocho Music Festival, which invites participants to create a spectacle of national pride by donning the flags or colors of their home country, playing a variety of Latin music, and selling popular food dishes from nations around the world. 

Needless to say, Calle Ocho isn't just all about SHOPPING — it's a whole PARTY waiting to happen!

2) Centro City Plaza 

3825 NW 7th St, Miami, FL 33126

Looking to spin some slot machines at Magic City Casino?

Add "shopping" to your itinerary and visit Centro City Plaza, an open-air shopping experience and dining destination in the heart of West Little Havana, adjacent to Magic City Casino! 

Highlighted by a diverse collection of retailers, including its anchors, Target, Fresco Y Mas & Liquors, and Walgreens, Centro City Plaza is the PERFECT pitstop if you're itching to do some retail spending before going all out at the casino!

Explore familiar shopping spots like Ross Dress for Less, DD's Discounts, Rainbow, Central Sporting Goods, and more — it's a retail party of your favorite brands all under one roof!

After your shopping run, dine at the Outback Steakhouse or eat light at the Snack Hunters — you'll want to replenish that energy to set you in the mood to roll the dice throughout the night!

3) River Landing Shops and Residences 

1400 NW N River Dr, Miami, FL 33125

Have a thirst for the latest fashion and an empty closet that needs a refill?

Swipe and spend at River Landing Shops & Residences, the newest mixed-use development amidst Miami's rapidly evolving Mid-River District, just a 5-minute drive from Little Havana!

Offering national retailers like Ross Dress For Less, T.J. Maxx, Old Navy, Publix, and more, and a selection of home goods items, River Landing Shops & Residences is the PERFECT destination for a quick shopping trip around Little Havana, especially if you're looking to shop from your favorite stores and familiar brand names!

You'll also find one of Miami's youngest and hippest indoor retail paradises within River Landing Shops & Residences, Shop Capsule Miami, an indoor curated retail solution for emerging brands.

At Shop Capsule Miami, you'll find a plethora of jewelry, plants, chic Boho finds, independent fashion boutiques, shoes, accessories, and more — with new stores popping up weekly!

Yes, avid shoppers, it's everything you want and need for a well-rounded shopping experience near Little Havana!

4) Downtown Coral Gables 

220 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Why settle for shopping when you can have the full Miami lollapalooza at Coral Gables' ULTIMATE lifestyle destination?

Yes, folks, shopping, dining, entertainment, and the whole BONANZA!

Say hello to Coral Gables' Business Improvement District, Downtown Coral Gables, a lively epicenter of commerce, dining, culture, and tastefully curated shopping, only an 8-minute drive from Little Havana!

Boasting hundreds of local storefronts, trendy boutiques, art galleries, historic landmarks, and some of the finest restaurants in South Florida, Downtown Coral Gables is a lifestyle paradise bound to take over your entire itinerary — and it shows no signs of stopping!

Explore over 83 stores, 90 restaurants, and nine cultural institutions in Downtown Coral Gables and get that PERFECT Rodeo Drive moment around Little Havana! 

Indeed, Downtown Coral Gables is a whole new level of unforgettable ADVENTURE just waiting 'round the corner!

5) Shops at Merrick Park 

358 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Dive into the "finer" things in life and shop luxury at the Shops at Merrick Park, a lavish retail oasis in the heart of Coral Gables, only a 10-minute drive from Little Havana! 

Offering the PERFECT atmosphere for high-end shopping, Shops at Merrick Park surrounds shoppers with the latest trends and beautiful streetscapes, boasting famous upscale brands in its two-floor outdoor shopping mall alongside fine-dining restaurants, boutique fitness, and world-class amenities!

Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Jimmy Choo, Equinox, Tory Burch, Carolina Herrera, and more — you've got over 100 coveted retailers in your midst!

Take a break from spending to recharge, refuel, and indulge amidst Shop at Merrick Park's most famous dining spots, including Sea Grill, C'est Bon, Villagio Restaurant, and more!

Safe to say, Shops at Merrick Park remains a top choice for premier shopping and dining around Little Havana!

 

 

 


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