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Staff Writer
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June 15, 2026
Miami is big, bold, and brilliant. Vibrancy lingers on every corner, and cultures mix in beautiful harmony throughout the city. A place that encompasses so much of what makes Miami the beautiful metropolis it is, is Upper Buena Vista, a Boho open-air collective centered around bringing artisan, local businesses together under one oasis. Visitors can explore the diverse directory, experience groundbreaking performances like The Jazz Room, or snap gorgeous photos around this sanctuary.
Built by Seminole tribe members using ancestral traditions, the space encompasses both modern Miami alongside an ancient kind of spirituality. Its incredible restaurants include El Turco, the acclaimed Michelin Bib Gourmand award winner, and Devia Juice Bar, alongside many more local concepts.
Why is Upper Buena Vista worth visiting?
Upper Buena Vista
The entire complex is woven around a majestic, 150-year-old Banyan tree that acts as the physical and spiritual anchor of the property. The tree doubles as a wish tree where visitors can pay to tie a ribbon around its branches and make a wish. All the money collected from the wishes is donated to a green charity as an act of carbon offsetting for the venue. In keeping with the bohemian energy, at the Aura Portal you can get your aura read and purchase sustainable garments from local artists like Lenozella that you cannot find anywhere else in the city.
It also acts as the perfect space to escape the Miami humidity. The massive canopy of the ancient Banyan and Bodhi trees, combined with the traditional thatched roof of the Palapa, is intentionally curated to shift your psychological state the moment you walk in. The isometric frame acts as a symbol of culture, art, and authenticity, bringing the whole vibe together at its center.
What can you do at Upper Buena Vista Miami?
Aside from being a space to escape the heat and experience its intrinsically hippie energy, Upper Buena Vista’s nighttime transformation is something worth experiencing. Its village-style layout means visitors can seamlessly ‘bar-hop’ between different culinary concepts. You could enjoy Michelin-recognized bites at El Turco Turkish Food, grab a snack at Amazonica, or order cocktails directly under the Palapa tiki roof. The evening soundtrack in Upper Buena Vista is dedicated to the music of legends, featuring Jazz evenings dedicated to Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong, as well as intimate, sultry late-night cabarets like AfterDark.
The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Upper Buena Vista
Where is Upper Buena Vista and how to get there?
Upper Buena Vista is located in Miami’s charming Buena Vista neighbourhood, just north of the Miami Design District and close to Midtown Miami, making it easy to combine with a day of shopping or sightseeing. The venue can be reached by car, taxi, rideshare, or public transport, with several Metrobus routes serving the surrounding area. If you’re driving, limited on-street parking is available nearby, and valet parking is offered on-site, though many visitors find Uber or Lyft the most convenient option.