Olympia Theater

Address 174 East Flagler Street

A lavish 1926 atmospheric theatre in downtown Miami designed by John Eberson to feel like an open-air Moorish courtyard. The ceiling is painted as a night sky with twinkling stars, the walls are lined with turrets, minarets, and balconies, and the overall effect is theatrical in the best sense. Originally a silent film palace with a built-in organ, it now hosts concerts, films, and events. The interior alone is worth the visit — try to catch a screening or performance to see it in action.

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