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Miami's SkyRise unveils feature attraction with Skyway observation pods
POSTED 09 Mar 2017 . BY Tom Anstey
The observation pods will cimb as high as 1,000ft, offering one-of-a-kind views of the city of Miami
The team behind Miami’s upcoming US$430m (€407m, £354m) SkyRise entertainment complex has released new plans for the building’s main attraction – rotating observation pods at the tower’s 1,000ft (304m) peak.

Dubbed “Skyway”, cabins will be similar to Merlin’s ‘Eye’ giant wheel attractions, with the 20 pods revolving around a track starting at the 18th floor and ascending to the top of the tower’s north face.

According to the planning application, it is envisaged the Skyway will never stop moving, with the attraction making two revolutions each hour, and having a maximum capacity of 600 people during that hour.

All other elements of the tower, being developed by Berkowitz Development Group, were approved in December, with a separate application made for Skyrise on 28 February. Other attractions will include the Sky Plunge bungee jumping experience, SkyDrop freefall drop tower, a ‘flying’ theatre simulator and a number of observation decks overlooking Miami.

The tower will also feature a fine dining restaurant, 500-seat ballroom, meeting rooms and several nightclubs and lounges.

Arquitectonica designed the tower, while Miami-based Coastal Construction and Tishman is working on construction and engineering. With the proposal finally approved in December after being originally tabled four years prior, the development is expected to be complete by around 2020.
Arquitectonica designed the tower, while Miami-based Coastal Construction and Tishman is working on construction and engineering
Other attractions will include the Sky Plunge bungee jumping experience, SkyDrop freefall drop tower, a ‘flying’ theatre simulator and a number of observation decks overlooking Miami
PROJECT PROFILE:

SkyRise Miami
The City of Miami has approved US$9m (€7.8m, £6m) in tax subsidies for the upcoming US$430m (€371m, £283m) SkyRise tower – an entertainment complex topped by a 1,000ft (304m) observation tower.

Location: Miami , United States
Budget: US$430m

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Miami's SkyRise unveils feature attraction with Skyway observation pods
POSTED 09 Mar 2017 . BY Tom Anstey
The observation pods will cimb as high as 1,000ft, offering one-of-a-kind views of the city of Miami
The team behind Miami’s upcoming US$430m (€407m, £354m) SkyRise entertainment complex has released new plans for the building’s main attraction – rotating observation pods at the tower’s 1,000ft (304m) peak.

Dubbed “Skyway”, cabins will be similar to Merlin’s ‘Eye’ giant wheel attractions, with the 20 pods revolving around a track starting at the 18th floor and ascending to the top of the tower’s north face.

According to the planning application, it is envisaged the Skyway will never stop moving, with the attraction making two revolutions each hour, and having a maximum capacity of 600 people during that hour.

All other elements of the tower, being developed by Berkowitz Development Group, were approved in December, with a separate application made for Skyrise on 28 February. Other attractions will include the Sky Plunge bungee jumping experience, SkyDrop freefall drop tower, a ‘flying’ theatre simulator and a number of observation decks overlooking Miami.

The tower will also feature a fine dining restaurant, 500-seat ballroom, meeting rooms and several nightclubs and lounges.

Arquitectonica designed the tower, while Miami-based Coastal Construction and Tishman is working on construction and engineering. With the proposal finally approved in December after being originally tabled four years prior, the development is expected to be complete by around 2020.
Arquitectonica designed the tower, while Miami-based Coastal Construction and Tishman is working on construction and engineering
Other attractions will include the Sky Plunge bungee jumping experience, SkyDrop freefall drop tower, a ‘flying’ theatre simulator and a number of observation decks overlooking Miami
RELATED STORIES
Miami's SkyRise granted taxpayer subsidies ahead of development


The City of Miami has approved US$9m (€7.8m, £6m) in tax subsidies for the upcoming US$430m (€371m, £283m) SkyRise tower – an entertainment complex topped by a 1,000ft (304m) observation tower.
MORE NEWS
UK's Royal attractions had a bumper year in 2023
Numbers from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, (ALVA) show that Royal attractions saw a huge increase in visitor numbers during 2023 – the coronation year of King Charles III.
Efteling to convert steam trains to electric as part of green drive
The Everyday Heritage initiative celebrates and preserves working class histories
Off the back of the success of the first round of Everyday Heritage Grants in 2022, Historic England is funding 56 creative projects that honour the heritage of working-class England.
Universal announces long-awaited details of its Epic Universe, set to open in 2025
Universal has revealed it will be adding new Harry Potter attractions, alongside Super Nintendo and How to Train Your Dragon worlds to its Florida resort.
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COMPANY PROFILES
Holovis

Holovis is a privately owned company established in 2004 by CEO Stuart Hetherington. [more...]
ProSlide Technology, Inc.

A former national ski team racer, ProSlide® CEO Rick Hunter’s goal has been to integrate the smoot [more...]
Alterface

Alterface’s Creative Division team is seasoned in concept and ride development, as well as storyte [more...]
Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.

Vekoma Rides has a large variety of coasters and attractions. [more...]
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FEATURED SUPPLIER

CSI Design Expo Americas 2024 announces new Attractions & Entertainment Technology Zone
Cruise Ship Interiors (CSI) invites cruise lines, shipyards, design studios, outfitters, and suppliers to take part in CSI Design Expo Americas in Miami, Florida, the region’s only event dedicated to cruise ship interior design. [more...]
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Hospitality Design Conference

Hotel Melià , Milano , Italy
10-12 May 2024

Asia Pool & Spa Expo

China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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