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Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: US Hwy 1 or I-95 North, Boca Raton, FL
Originally envisioned by founder Addison Mizner as a Floridian Venice, Boca Raton was established in the tumultuous decade of the 1920s. Despite the loss of Mizner’s plans due to the floundering real estate market, the city of Boca Raton weathered the storm, and today reflects a decidedly Mediterranean influence that’s readily apparent in its...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: 28655 Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33033
Baffling, mysterious and impressive are accurate descriptors of immigrant Edward Leedskalnin’s 28-year labor of love, the Coral Castle. Florida travelers have marveled at this structure, composed of coral and constructed using primitive tools, and many have sought to understand the motivation behind its creation. The most likely explanation is...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: Haulover Marina or Crandon Park Marina, Miami, FL
The ideal activity for the outdoor enthusiast, Florida deep sea fishing charters are plentiful. The warm waters off the coast are home to an abundance of fish, and visitors can arrange a half or full-day excursion through one of several companies specializing in the sport. Open to fishermen of any skill level, charters run the gamut from...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: 40001 State Rd 9336, Homestead, FL 33034
Encompassing over 1.5 million acres, the Everglades National Park is home to several species of wildlife including fish, reptiles and amphibians, and offers a wealth of outdoor activities. Guests visiting this Miami area attraction can camp, fish, boat, explore the landscape on numerous trails, or enjoy one of several informative, guided...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: US Hwy 1 or I-95 North, Fort Lauderdale, FL
An affluent city, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is nicknamed “The Venice of America,” and seamlessly combines the distinction of wealth with the relaxed, unassuming atmosphere of the stereotypical Florida beach town. Renowned as the East Coast’s premier yachting destination, the city of Fort Lauderdale offers a wealth of entertaining and enjoyable...
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: 102601 US Hwy 1, Mile marker 102.5, Key Largo, FL 33037
For a fun and memorable day trip from Miami, head to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, located just two hours south of the city. Founded in 1963, the sanctuary has the distinction of being the first underwater reserve in the country. This Key Largo attraction’s highlights include a 30,000-gallon aquarium, snorkeling and glass bottom boat tours...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Take a trip on the Rickenbacker Causeway and discover the charm of Key Biscayne. Three distinct areas on the island offer something for everyone: Crandon Park golf and tennis attract numerous tourists, avid shoppers can peruse the boutiques and galleries at the Village of Key Biscayne, and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Park is home to...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: US Hwy 1 South, Key West, FL 33040
Margaritas, sunsets, ocean views. All evocative of Key West, but each only skims the surface of what this colorful island has to offer. Enjoy superb Key West snorkeling, or book a charter and embark on a day of fishing. While aquatic activities reign supreme, Key West also boasts a vibrant local art scene. Exciting, fun-filled Key West attractions...
Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: 10216 Lee Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33437
A lesser-known northern section of the Everglades, the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge still has plenty to offer visitors. The reserve is home to the usual Everglades denizens: snakes, bobcats and birds, and the topography of this Boynton Beach attraction consists of beautiful swamps, marshes and prairies. This nature park...
Category: Beyond the City Proper - Miami Attractions & Activities
Address: US Hwy 1 or I-95 North, Palm Beach, FL
The result of the efforts of businessman Henry Morrison Flagler, Palm Beach has metamorphosed from the resort of its infancy into a modern and highly exciting Florida travel destination. Although home to a number of wealthy and influential residents, the city offers plenty for tourists. Palm Beach attractions like the Meyer Amphitheater and the...
