Best Souvenir Shop
Yes, there is something tackily whimsical about delivering a dolphin snow globe home after a visit to Miami, but we think there’s a better way to approach souvenirs. Local museums typically have gift shops with goods that represent cultural coolness and authentic local culture. Thus, our pick for the best souvenir shop is the PAMM Shop at Pérez Art Museum Miami. Not only do you get the chance to explore the striking Herzog and de Meuron-designed building, but the store sells items that reference the exhibitions, stunning hand-crafted jewelry, a smart library of art books, Miami-related fare, and creative gifts for kids that will brighten their bedrooms and minds. The store was launched with help from artist Michael Balbone in 2012, and it continues to reflect his clever curatorial and retail vision.