Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre station
| Company type | Metrorail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | May 20, 1984 |
| Headquarters | Miami , United States |
Area served | Downtown Miami |
Historic Overtown / Lyric Theatre station serves as a Metrorail stop situated in the northwest sector of Downtown Miami, positioned at the intersection of Northwest Sixth Street and First Avenue. It lies close to the Overtown district and the renowned Lyric Theatre. The station commenced operations on May 20, 1984. Originally called Overtown, it was renamed Overtown/Arena in 1988 after the Miami Arena opened, and later received its present designation in 2007, just prior to the arena's demolition. This station is conveniently located within walking proximity to MiamiCentral, offering connections to Tri-Rail and Brightline transit systems.
Station layout
An island platform serves two tracks at this station.
Places of interest
- Kaseya Center
- Lyric Theatre
- Miami Worldcenter
- Ninth Street Pedestrian Mall
- Park West District
- Northern Downtown Miami