Explore Miami
Miami – one of the country’s most vibrant and diverse cities – boasts sun-soaked beaches, renowned cultural hotspots, and lively culinary scenes. Enjoy everything the Magic City has to offer while receiving a highly respected STU education and benefiting from the wide range of career opportunities in this major metropolitan area.
Discover All There Is To Do in Miami
- South Beach: Famous neighborhood known for miles of sand, art deco architecture, and legendary Joe’s Stone Crab restaurant
- Wynwood Walls: Open-air art museum featuring a large collection of painted walls from renowned street artists and muralists
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: Former villa influenced by Italian Renaissance estates complete with 10 acres of gardens overlooking Biscayne Bay
- Little Havana: Vibrant center of Cuban-American life since the 1960s and home to the popular Versailles restaurant
- Zoo Miami: Open-air attraction featuring 2,000 animals, from giraffes and tree kangaroos to pythons and Florida panthers
- Bayside Market: Open-air shopping and entertainment complex located in downtown Miami
More about Miami places and events
Planning To Move to Miami
Miami offers a sprawling metropolis and a rich cultural melting pot. The STU campus in Miami Gardens, approximately 16 miles northwest of downtown, is in proximity to lakes, parks, greenways and trails. In 2020, it was named “All-American City” in recognition of its use of civic engagement, collaboration, and innovation to address local challenges. The Miami Gardens neighborhood also features:
- Hard Rock Stadium, the home field for the Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes
- Gardens Promenade shopping center
- Sunshine State Arch
- Bunch Park, Rolling Oaks Park, and Buccaneer Park
- St. Monica Catholic Church
- North Dade Regional Library
Travel Options
- Getting around the STU campus: The 150-acre campus is walkable, or you can bike or scooter. The closest parking lot to your on-campus component is Lot 10. See campus map and map and directions to campus.
- Getting around Miami and the surrounding areas: The best way to explore Miami is by car or carpool. Alternative travel options include private rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) and public transit systems (Metrobus, Metrorail). Be sure to use discounted student fares when available.
- Getting out of town: Brightline high-speed rail, Amtrak train, Greyhound bus, and Miami International Airport are launching points for traveling between major cities and beyond.
Living on Campus
Fully immerse yourself in the STU experience while living on campus. Enjoy the diverse student community and a rich culture that connects the Catholic Church with the realm of higher education.
Read more about campus housing and dining.
Beyond the Classroom
Whether you live on or off campus, you can participate in a variety of clubs and organizations. Health and wellness services ranging from physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual are available as well as access to faculty and academic advisors focused on student success.
Living off Campus
Looking for nearby rental housing? In addition to Miami Gardens, neighborhoods to consider include Miami Lakes, Miramar, and Palm Springs North.
More about campus housing and dining
Questions To Ask When Renting:
- How long is the lease, and is the length of the lease flexible?
- What utilities are included in the monthly rent (heat, air-conditioning, cable, Wi-Fi, etc.)?
- Is there a laundry facility in the building? If so, is it free, coin-operated, etc.?
- How long is the commute to campus?
- Is there ample parking?
- Does the property include any special amenities such as a fitness center or pool?
Explore Available Apartments in Miami Gardens
Local Hotels and Lodging
Visits to campus are encouraged. Here are some nearby hotels to consider:
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