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Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL

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Hard Rock Stadium

347 Don Shula Dr · Miami Gardens, FL

Why you should go…

Hard Rock Stadium is the home of the Miami Dolphins and University of Miami football, and it opened in 1987 as Joe Robbie Stadium. An open-air canopy added in 2016 shades the seats while leaving the field open to the sky. The grounds also host the Miami Open tennis tournament and the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix on a temporary circuit around the stadium. Six Super Bowls have been played here, and a clear bag policy applies at every event.

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Good to know

General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

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