Miami Heat
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
601 Biscayne Boulevard
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City
Miami
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Notes
Owned by Miami-Dade County and operated by Basketball Properties Ltd. The playing court is officially named Pat Riley Court at Kaseya Center (dedicated October 2024). Former names: AmericanAirlines Arena (1999-2021), FTX Arena (2021-2023), Miami-Dade Arena (interim 2023)
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Phone
(786) 777-1000
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State
FL
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Venue name
Kaseya Center
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Zip code
33132
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Parking
Cheapest
Pre-purchased flat-rate lots a short walk away (via ParkWhiz), or arriving via public transit; surface lots immediately west of the arena are being eliminated by development
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Guide url
https://www.kaseyacenter.com/plan-your-visit/directions-parking (advance booking via ParkWhiz widget on that page)
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Accessible parking
ADA parking on a first-come, first-served basis in the P2 garage adjacent to Elevators 1&2, 3&4, and 7&8; over-height van parking first-come, first-served in the P1 garage. Standard game/event parking fees apply
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Premium
On-site garage spaces are primarily reserved for premium-seat and permit holders during Heat games
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Prepaid
Yes — advance-purchase parking available via ParkWhiz widget on the official Directions & Parking page
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Prices
Approximately $25 or more for Heat games at Bayside Marketplace and nearby lots; on-site rates vary by event. Advance prepaid rates vary via ParkWhiz
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Public transport
Metrorail to Government Center, transfer to Metromover Omni Loop to Park West or Freedom Tower station (one block away); Metrobus also serves the area
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor downtown arena (no dedicated tailgating lots)
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Traffic
Biscayne Boulevard (main thoroughfare) and I-395 Biscayne Boulevard exit; I-95 runs several blocks west. Area is congested at nearly all hours due to commuters and beach-bound tourists
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Types
On-site P1/P2 parking garage (939 spaces, largely reserved for premium/permit holders during Heat games); valet parking (entry via NE 8th Street, availability varies by event); nearby flat-rate lots and the Bayside Marketplace garage just south of the arena
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Public transportation
Airport connection
From Miami International Airport, take Metrorail Orange Line to Government Center, then transfer to Metromover Omni Loop toward the arena
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App
GO Miami-Dade Transit app and Transit app; Metromover trains run roughly 5:00 AM to midnight (extended to ~1:00 AM after some arena events)
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Best option
Metrorail to Government Center, then Metromover Omni Loop to Park West/Freedom Tower — avoids downtown parking and traffic
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Nearest station
Metromover Park West and Freedom Tower stations (approximately one block); Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre Metrorail station within walking distance (about five blocks)
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Rail lines
Miami Metrorail (via Government Center transfer) and Metromover Omni Loop (free automated people-mover)
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Tips
The Metromover system can be confusing; study the map and board the Omni Loop. Service may extend to 1:00 AM after special events
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Walking distance
One block from Metromover Park West/Freedom Tower; about five blocks from Overtown/Arena Metrorail station
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Shuttles
Accessibility
Paratransit (STS) door-to-door service via Miami-Dade County (Voice 305-770-3131; TTY 305-654-6530)
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Dropoff
Bus drop-off at Gate 3 on NE 8th Street (north side, next to box office windows)
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Notes
The arena emphasizes Metrorail/Metromover transit rather than a dedicated shuttle service
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Park ride
Riders can use Metrorail park-and-ride stations along the system and transfer downtown (e.g., Dadeland and other Metrorail lots)
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Bicycles
Share provider
Citi Bike Miami (operated by Tangelo/Beztak in Miami)
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Share station
Citi Bike Miami stations operate throughout downtown Miami near the arena
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Tips
Downtown Miami bike lanes connect to the arena along Biscayne Boulevard; the bayfront/Baywalk offers scenic riding near the venue
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
First-come, first-served in the P2 garage adjacent to Elevators 1&2, 3&4, and 7&8; over-height van parking in P1 garage. Standard event fees apply
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Assistive listening
Available free at Guest Experiences booths at Sections 103 and 322 (valid photo ID required as deposit)
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Contact
Guest Experiences — 786-777-1237 (voice), 786-777-1177 (TTY), guestservices@heat.com (request ASL interpreters at least 2 weeks in advance)
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Dropoff
Primary at Gate 3 (NE 8th Street, Elevators 1 & 2 to all levels); secondary at Gate 4 (NE 8th Street, Elevators 3 & 4 to all levels)
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Elevators
Elevators 1 & 2 inside Gate 3 and Elevators 3 & 4 inside Gate 4 serve all seating levels; additional elevators (7 & 8) by the garage
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Fun fact
KultureCity certification makes Kaseya Center a sensory-inclusive venue with a dedicated calming Sensory Room available during all events
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Restrooms
All public restrooms are wheelchair accessible
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Sensory
Partnered with KultureCity — sensory bags (Sections 103, 306, 322, and 400 East/West Balconies), weighted lap pads (Section 103), and a Sensory Room on the Mezzanine Level across from Elevators 1 & 2
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Wheelchair seating
Accessible seating available throughout with companion seats purchasable alongside each accessible seat; call (786) 777-1000
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Yes — the arena operates as a largely cashless venue
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Craft beer
Numerous — local favorite Wynwood Brewing has carts on both main and upper concourses; the 100-level Craft Beer Cart sells Biscayne Bay Brewing and J Wakefield beers
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Fun fact
The east-side 601 plaza overlooks Biscayne Bay, making Kaseya Center the closest major sports venue to Miami Beach
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Local
Caribbean and Latin-style concessions throughout; menu is ever-changing (see official Food & Beverage page)
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Notable stands
Wynwood Brewing carts; 100-level Craft Beer Cart; 601 Miami bayside restaurant/plaza on the east side overlooking Biscayne Bay
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Parking Apps Accepted
ParkWhiz (advance prepaid parking)
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Signature food
Cuban sandwich and Caribbean-style fare (street tacos, jerk chicken bowls) reflecting Miami cuisine
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Venue history
Architect
Arquitectonica with 360 Architecture (formerly Heinlein Schrock Stearns); structural engineer Thornton Tomasetti
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Construction cost
US$213 million (about $412 million in 2025 dollars)
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Famous moments
Hosted the 2006, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2023 NBA Finals; the Heat clinched championships at home in 2006 (in Dallas), and won titles in 2012 and 2013 with home Finals games
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Fun fact
The arena's opening was inaugurated with a December 1999 concert by Miami's own Gloria Estefan
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Opened
1999 (opened December 31, 1999; first Heat game January 2, 2000)
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Original capacity
Approximately 19,600 for basketball
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Original name
AmericanAirlines Arena (1999-2021)
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Renovations
New center-hung videoboard with a 3-D Heat logo installed in 2024 (replacing the original Christopher Janney anemone-style scoreboard); court dedicated as Pat Riley Court in October 2024
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Retired numbers
Three championship banners; Heat retired numbers displayed; also non-Heat honorees — Dan Marino's No. 13, Michael Jordan's No. 23, and Bill Russell's league-wide retired No. 6
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Venue details
Capacity
Approximately 19,600 (also cited as ~19,500); about 16,500 without upper levels
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Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena on Biscayne Bay; no NHL hockey tenant despite a regulation ice rink
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Levels
Lower bowl (100-level), mezzanine/club, and upper deck (300/400-levels)
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Premium
About 2,105 club seats, 80 luxury suites, and 76 private boxes; premium lounges include the Bacardi Ocho Lounge
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Scoreboard
Center-hung four-screen videoboard installed in 2024 featuring a large 3-D Heat logo, plus auxiliary corner screens
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Shared tenants
None currently — Miami Heat (NBA) are the sole primary tenant; the Miami Sol (WNBA) played here 2000-2002. The Waterfront Theater (largest indoor theater in Florida, ~3,000-5,800 seats) is part of the complex
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Surface
Hardwood basketball court — Pat Riley Court; multi-surface venue with a regulation NHL-size ice rink used for ice shows (never hosted NHL)
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