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Recommended Miami Area Parks:
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
One of the world's preeminent botanic gardens, with extensive collections of rare tropical plants including palms, cycads, flowering trees and vines. Established in 1938, the 83-acre garden is among the region's most popular visitor attractions and offers a variety of programs in environmental education, conservation and horticulture. An international leader in tropical plant research, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden plays an important part in preserving the biodiversity of the tropical environment.
Fruit and Spice Park
The Fruit & Spice Park is a 35-acre subtropical botanical paradise nestled in the heart of the historic Redland community just 35 miles south of Miami. Maintained and operated by Miami-Dade County Park and Recreation, more than 500 varieties of rare fruits, herbs, spices and nuts from around the world including 80 varieties of bananas; 70 varieties of bamboo; 40 varieties of grapes; 27 varieties of mangoes; 15 varieties of jackfruit trees and numerous other exotic edibles are grown here.
We invite you to come and marvel at lush trees brimming with colorful fruit whose very names and shapes evoke the exotic; Mangosteen, Fiji Longan, Dragon Fruit, and Jaboticaba. Visit the Park’s herb and vegetable garden, stroll through the shady banana groves, and wonder at the majesty of the African Baobab trees. Visitors may sample fallen fruit (no above-ground harvesting is permitted) or get a taste of the season’s bounty at the Welcome Center’s tasting table. Learn More
Bicentennial Park Miami
Bicentennial Park sits on 30-acres of land in Biscayne Bay. The area hosts numerous events during the year, including music concerts and festivals, and is open to the public from sunrise to sunset on non-event days.
Address:
1075 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami FL USA
305 358-7550
Everglades Safari Park & Attractions
Picture postcard setting in the Florida Everglades. Guided airboat rides and eco-adventure tours, alligator and wildlife shows, jungle trail, crocodile exhibits, Gator farm, gift shop, and restaurant. Exciting and educational. Available for private tours, parties, and special events.
Address:
26700 SW 8th Street
Miami FL USA 33194
305 226-6923
The Deering Estate at Cutler
The Deering Estate at Cutler is an environmental, archaeological, historical and architectural preserve offering daily nature tours through the park's protected habitats. The 440-acre property houses a diverse array of habitats, including mangrove forests, salt marshes and a coastal dune island.
Address:
16701 SW 72nd Avenue
Miami FL USA 33157
305 235-1668
Parrot Jungle Island
Parrot Jungle Island features a large collection of parrots and other exotic birds in a tropical jungle environment. Included on the island is a Serpentarium, an Everglades habitat, a Jungle Theater and interactive aviaries. Parrot shows are offered daily. The Treetop Ballroom may be booked for a range of events, accommmodating up to 1000 guests.
Address:
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami FL USA 33132
305 258-6453
Miami Park Watch Program
Miami-Dade Parks is dedicated to ensuring that each of our patrons has an enjoyable as well as safe experience when visiting our parks and facilities and participating in our programs and special events. Learn More
Visit Miami-Dade County’s web site for a full list of parks in the Miami area.
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