Morningside Historic and Architectural Walking Tour

A walking tour of Morningside, Miami's First Historic District.

Discover the significance of Morningside, the City of Miami’s first historically designated neighborhood. Enjoy a fun, fact-filled walk as Elvis Cruz, a Morningsider since 1977, guides you back in time to experience the history, architecture, and celebrity of Morningside, Miami’s First Historic District.

You'll enjoy learning all about Morningside’s beginnings and its fabulous architecture, as well as the neighborhood's connection to famous people, including President John F. Kennedy, Mark Twain, Shirley Temple, G.W. Romer, Robert Duval, Richard Harris, Pope John Paul II, Howard Johnson, Jim Belushi, Emilio and Gloria Estefan, and others.

Slight rain, bring a raincoat or get wet; big rain, cancellation.

No pets please.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection, and bring a water bottle.

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