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NBA Basketball Arena Review - American Airlines Arena
Located on Biscayne Bay in the heart of downtown Miami, American Airlines Arena serves as the home of the Miami Heat. With LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, and Chris Bosh throwing down thunderous dunks every night, there is plenty of excitement filling this arena on a weekly basis. This South Beach venue has a capacity of 19,600, which means there is a plenty of room for the casual fan to enjoy the league's most awe-inspiring team.

Whether you are arriving via I-95 or I-395, there is plenty of parking available adjacent to the arena. If you need public transportation to the game, look no further than the MetroRail and the MetroMover. The MetroRail can easily drop you off at Government Center Station where you can then transfer to the MetroMover, which will take you to Park West Station. A short walk east with a beautiful view of Miami architecture and landscape is all that stands between you and one of the best sports experiences that the city of Miami has to offer.

Once inside, the casual fan can plainly see that the designers of American Airlines Arena had the complete fan experience in mind when they sat down to create this awesome venue, as almost half of the available seats are located along the sides of the court. This gives Miami Heat fans an excellent view of all the action on both ends of the court with some of the league's best site lines and fan amenities. The concourses are equally impressive, not only providing all of your favorite food and beverage options, but also offering a great view of the Miami city skyline as well as Biscayne Bay.

American Airlines Arena offers more than just the traditional concession stand and food cart. They offer exquisite cuisine at Dewar's 12 Clubhouse, which serves delectable dishes from all over the world. There are also two cocktail lounges inside the arena that offer traditional American fare while enjoying your favorite alcoholic beverage. If you are a premium Flagship member of the Miami Heat, you not only dine on the finest seafood, but you get to do it from one of the two lounges that offers a tremendous view of center court.

Outside of the venue, Miami is known for offering some of the best restaurants in the world where you can go to relax and enjoy a good meal. The famous Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is located less than 0.3 miles from American Airlines Arena. Serving delectable American dishes as well as seafood, Bubba Gump is world-renowned for the experience that they provide. Los Ranchos Steakhouse serves some authentic Latin dishes along with perfectly grilled steaks and hearty appetizers. There is also the famed Hard Rock Cafe right in downtown Miami, which provides chilled beverages and terrific cuisine while giving you a view of famous rock-n-roll memorabilia.

The nightclub scene in Miami is world-famous, and you are usually privy to seeing some of the biggest-name celebrities at different locations throughout the city. Not only do the players of the Miami Heat frequent local clubs and sports bars, famous actors and actresses along with members of the music industry also find their way to the city's most popular hot spots. Club Boca is one of these special nightclubs that offers a night full of drinking and dancing. If you are looking for a more eclectic experience, try B.E.D. Nightclub in Miami Beach for its fantastic atmosphere and great menu offerings. Two levels and five rooms characterize the most famous Miami nightclub, Mansion. Mansion gives you plenty of live music to dance to with a long list of DJs and musical guests that have found their way through its doors.

There are also some really exciting points of interest that you should look into on your next trip to see the Miami Heat play. Shopping is one of the most popular things to do in Dade County, and Miami has plenty of large-scale malls to help you find the items that you need. From Dadeland Mall to Aventura Mall, there are many locations that offer high-quality, designer shops that carry all of your favorite items. The city of Miami is also known for its art deco, so you might want to check out the Art Museum at FIU or the Historical Museum of South Florida. Don't forget about taking a private charter tour with family and friends aboard one of the many Miami sail boats. See the city in all of its beauty while comfortably relaxing in an open-air setting.

American Airlines Arena and the city of Miami offer Miami Heat fans a great opportunity to experience the most awe-inspiring brand of basketball in the NBA. While in South Florida, there are also many attractions and general places of interest that any sports fan would enjoy. There is a lot to take advantage of when you visit American Airlines Arena, which includes watching D-Wade and company as they take over the NBA.
 

 
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