The Coral Gables Museum in Coral Gables, Florida, explores the city’s history, architecture, urban design and preservation. Housed in a restored former police and fire station, it offers a place to pair local history with a look at the built environment.
- Address: 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134
- Regular hours: Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Monday
- Getting there: Find Miami Princess Hotel
- Access: Listed as wheelchair accessible
What to see at Coral Gables Museum
The Coral Gables Museum focuses on the city’s history, architecture, urban and environmental design, planning and preservation. Its setting is part of that story: the museum occupies a restored historic landmark that once served as Coral Gables’ police and fire station.
Inside, the museum offers art and history exhibitions, along with guided tours. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is LEED certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. That combination of historic reuse and sustainable design connects the building itself to the museum’s focus on architecture and preservation.
The City of Coral Gables lists the museum as wheelchair accessible and notes that Wi-Fi is among its facilities. For a first visit, the exhibitions and the former civic building offer two ways to get a sense of the city’s development.
Admission, hours and tours
The museum is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Friday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission prices are not specified in the available details, so check the museum’s official site before you go.
Miami-Dade County lists a $2 discount on adult admission for visitors who show an EASY Card or ticket. The discount cannot be combined with another offer. Museum passes through the Miami-Dade Public Library System are valid during normal opening hours, but not for special events or programs.
A weekly Sunday exhibition tour is listed for 1 p.m., and Saturday morning downtown Coral Gables walking tours are also listed. Schedules can change, so confirm tour details with the museum before planning around one.
How do you get to the museum?
The museum is about a 5-minute drive from Miami Princess Hotel. Its address is 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134.
If you plan to walk, allow time for the route and use the museum’s street address to navigate. For directions or schedule questions, the listed phone number is 305-603-8067. The City of Coral Gables lists the museum as wheelchair accessible.
Nearby Coral Gables stops to pair with a visit
Make the museum one stop in a Coral Gables outing, then consider the Venetian Pool guide for information about another local landmark.
For more context on the area, read the Coral Gables neighbourhood guide. It can help you plan a broader look around the district alongside the museum visit.
FAQs
Is the Coral Gables Museum open on Monday?
No. Its listed regular schedule has the museum closed on Monday.
Does the Coral Gables Museum offer guided tours?
Yes. Guided tours are among the museum’s listed offerings. A weekly Sunday exhibition tour is listed for 1 p.m.; confirm the current schedule with the museum.
Is the Coral Gables Museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The City of Coral Gables lists the museum as wheelchair accessible.
Can you use a library museum pass for special programs?
No. Miami-Dade Public Library System museum passes are valid during normal opening hours, but not for special events or programs.