Cape Florida
Looking at the peaceful sunbathers and picnickers relaxing on the white sands surrounding the Cape Florida Lighthouse, one would have a hard time picturing this as the site of violence, treachery, and bloodshed gal... lighthousefriends.com
Matheson Hammock Park Beach
Nestled deep in the mangroves and with a stunning view of downtown, this beach is a local favorite for those with little grandchildren. It has a man-made atoll pool that has virtually no current, is as warm as a sauna, ... grandparents.com
South Pointe Park
A formerly hardscrabble spot has been transformed with light towers and artfully arranged dune grass. Sunset at the newly revitalized zone at the tip of South Beach is filled with joggers and strollers. A totem of c... travelandleisure.com
The Barnacle State Historic Site
- Ralph Munroe first visited South Florida in 1877 while on vacation from New York. His next visit to the area was not as pleasant. In 1881, doctors told Munroe that his wife Eva and her sister Adeline suffered from tuberc... wildernet.com
The Barnacle Historic State Park
The Barnacle, built in 1891, offers a glimpse of Old Florida during The Era of the Bay. Situated on the shore of Biscayne Bay, this was the home of Ralph Middleton Munroe, one of Coconut Groves most charming and influenti... museumsusa.org
Vizcaya Museum And Garden
In planning his winter estate during the early part of the 20th century, James Deering sent a note to Paul Chalfin, his interior designer and artistic director for Vizcaya, saying that he wanted to grow orchids at his pal... museumland.net
Oleta River
Very Technical. Oleta River will test your bike handling skills. Do several laps to really test yourself and see if you can improve with each pass through. dirtworld.com
Key Biscayne
Pay $1.00 toll and follow the Rickenbacker Causeway approximately six miles to the Village of Key Biscayne. trekaroo.com
Palmetto Bay Doggie Park
New shady park for small and large dogs created and run by the town of Palmetto Bay; provides fenced areas for different sized dogs and even a place to give your doggie a shower before bringing him/her home. ecoanimal.com
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden - Coral Gables, Fl
Opened in 1938, the 83-acre garden is among the region's most popular visitor attractions and offers tours along with a variety of programs in environmental education, conservation and horticulture. An international leade... waymarking.com