1 Monkey Jungle

Hang out with nearly 400 primates as they run free on this 30-acre reserve. You may just make a friend out of a white-handed gibbon, black-capped capuchin, spider monkey or gorilla.

www.monkeyjungle.com

2 Bayfront Park

Home to everything from a flying trapeze school and free yoga lessons to an innovative playground for kids, this enormous park satisfies those in need of adventure, relaxation and fun with the family.

www.bayfrontparkmiami.com

3 Sunny Isles Beach

Get away from bustling South Beach at this 2.5-mile-long beach, located about 17 miles from Miami. Check out the landmark Newport Fishing Pier, wander in shops and grab a bite to eat before heading back to Collins Avenue.

www.sibfl.net/parks_pier.asp

4 Lowe Art Museum

The newest gem of this museum at the University of Miami is Palley Pavilion. Open since last May, it holds a stunning glass arts collection with works by the likes of Dale Chihuly, Richard Jolley and William Carlson.

www.lowemuseum.org

5 Joe's Take Away

Forget waiting for a table at the 96-year-old Joe's Stone Crab. At this to-go offshoot, grab some famous stone crabs and cottage-fried potatoes for the road and enjoy them on your own.

www.joesstonecrab.com

6 Fontainebleau

Elvis, Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack used to stay at this legendary hotel, which just reopened after a $1 billion expansion and redesign. Come take a look at this architectural marvel, and stay for a meal at one of the 22-acre resort's 11 dining spots.

www.fontainebleau.com

7 Deering Estate at Cutler

Located along the edge of Biscayne Bay, this 444-acre environmental, archeological and historical preserve offers tours of old homes and the natural environment, a fine art collection, lectures and workshops.

This month, it hosts the 10th annual Valentine's Day Concert on Feb. 14.

www.deeringestate.org

8 Calle Ocho

Get a taste for the city's vibrant Cuban culture on SW Eighth Street, the main stretch of Little Havana. Have an authentic meal, pick up some pastries for 25 cents, amble in and out of shops, and watch intense games at Domino Park.

9 BASE

Celebs flock to this ultra-hip store, which stocks high-end clothing, accessories and footwear. There's even an in-house salon and a CD bar, where visitors can listen before buying. Also check out the mini-store at the Delano Hotel and quirky furniture at Base Annex.

www.baseworld.com

10 Flower Bar

Get in the Valentine's Day spirit at this combination flower store/art gallery/café, and surround yourself with beautiful orchids, enchanting art and delectable chocolate desserts.

www.flowerbardesign.com