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American Airlines Arena
4.5
5,760
#7 of 352 things to do in Miami
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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A modern architectural marvel where the NBA's Miami Heat play.
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The area
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Neighborhood: Downtown
How to get there
  • Freedom Tower • 4 min walk
  • Park West • 4 min walk
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Denita C
4 contributions
Miami Heat Game
May 2021
Went to watch the Heat versus the Timberwolves. Had great seat, tons os social distancing and face mask is a must. They even had one dude who was the face mask hound (LOL). He popped up out of no where and was like "pull up your face".
Written 15 May 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Caroline C
Camden, ME24 contributions
Do not waste your money! COVID RULES OUT OF CONTROL.
Mar 2021 • Couples
They now have these annoying ushers walking around telling everyone to keep their masks over their nose and mouth at all times even though the closest person to you will be 7 rows in front of you or behind you. The lighter your skin tone the more they harass how you are sitting in your seat but not if you have a darker skin tone. You can comfortably put your feet up on the seats in front of you all game if you want. They will be too afraid to say anything to you so you should be safe to sit however you want. You cannot take a sip of water inside the arena or you will be thrown out without a refund. Everyone seemed irritated to spend minimum $100/ticket to have to throw away their drinks or chug them before entering. They are on power trips here. Do not attend. Do not waste your money. Watched the usher harass two pretty white girls, a white father/son, and a couple of older white gentlemen. The experience is not enjoyable or worth the money because the ushers are constantly bothering people that are just trying to watch the game. Some have a seemingly racial bias against white people. Spent more time watching the ushers harassing people than the actual game itself. They are out of control.
Written 2 March 2021
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Carmelo White
Miami, FL1 contribution
I missed the NBA!
Feb 2020
I went to see a Miami game in February as I do regularly but at this game the stadium was completely full. I already want the NBA to return to its regular format and be able to go see the Heat again.
Written 13 October 2020
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Jacob
Erie, PA18 contributions
WOW
Mar 2020
One of the best and 'warmest' stadiums I have visited. Watched the game between the Heats and Bucks and i really enjoyed the warm atmosphere pre-Covid. Worth it!
Written 21 August 2020
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Anitha
Miami, FL2 contributions
Good Arena!
Nov 2019
Its a great facility with a good crowd. Clean and easy to get around, great views from the balconies and good view even from the 300 section. I recommend it!
Written 14 July 2020
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Chris K
London, UK67 contributions
Great Atmosphere!
Nov 2019
Snuck away from a work conference to watch Heat vs Detroit Pistons. My first ever NBA game. Loved the experience, had great seats and really enjoyed the game, despite not being a basketball fan.

However the chicken burger and fries I had from Grill Zone was the most disgusting food I've ever had at a sporting event (and I remember the catering from 1980s English football grounds). I had to bin it after one tentative bite.
Written 11 June 2020
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PetheuGeorge
Bucharest, Romania100 contributions
Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic
Mar 2020 • Friends
We went to see Miami Heat against Orlando Magic. We had a really good time. Great show. Worst draught beer ever tho.
Written 3 April 2020
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Lisa F
Dublin15 contributions
Great game!
Dec 2019 • Couples
We went to see Miami Heat vs Utah Jazz and it was great! Were in the cheap seats (approx $50 each) but had a great view and could see everything. Great store in the way out too. Staff were very courteous. Arena is very clean and well organised.
Written 28 March 2020
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Zoro
London, Canada15 contributions
Great time, amazing food!
Feb 2020
So freakin' fun! Highly recommend spending some time here if you're downtown Miami. We walked from Icon Brickell in less than 25 min. But if you dare to try, there are rentible electric scooters that will get you there in 5 min for about 3 dollars!
Don't eat before you go, there is a ton of delicious food in there for reasonable prices, booze is maybe a bit much, but you can eat for about as much as any other restaurants around. We sat high with the cheapest tickets and they were still great seats.
Written 24 March 2020
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adaniel65
Miami, FL44 contributions
Great Place for All events!
May 2019 • Family
The "Tripple A" has been a great venue for seeing many events of all types! Definitely awesome for watching our Miami Heat play! Go Heat!
Written 22 March 2020
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