Who was Collins?

Collins Avenue

John Collins was a farmer and land developer who built the first wooden bridge from Miami to Miami Beach in 1913.

Collins Bridge across Biscayne Bay between Miami and Miami Beach, Florida opened in 1913 as the "longest wooden bridge in the world."

Art Deco District Tours

Guided Walking Tours:

Local historians and architects introduce Miami Beach's architectural history. 90 minute walking tours depart from the Art Deco Gift Shop daily, 10:30am; Thursday 6:30pm. No reservations are necessary.

Self Guided Auto Tours:
Hear about architectural history in English, Spanish, German or French. Audio tours are available at the Gift Shop 7 days a week, from 10am to 5pm. For private tours call 305-672-2014. The Gift Shop is located on 12th. Street between Ocean Drive & Collins Avenue - Phone 305-531-3484

The Cloisters of the Ancient Spanish Monastery

The Monastery of St. Bernard de Clairvaux was built in Sacramenia, in the Province of Segovia, Spain during 1133-1141 and moved to Miami in 1952. Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 4pm; Sunday noon to 4pm. May close early for special events.

16711 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach
Phone 305-945-1462