Best Parks in Miami

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 on 2022.02.03
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Get active at one of Miami's best parks. The downtown area has upgraded, adding more green space with views of the bay. If running isn't your favorite activity, maybe join a free yoga class on the lawn or climb the stairs at an iconic light house. Afterwards, there are many places to stroll and watch the eclectic sites and people that Miami is known for. Watch the sun set on a park bench and take it all in! Credit: Collected by GiAnna Wyatt, AFAR Local Expert

David T. Kennedy Park

Park · Ocean View Heights

"Fun and Fitness in Coconut Grove Kennedy Park is located in Coconut Grove, right on the water with a view of the open bay, an outdoor gym including a green ladder you can climb up and down, a running path on an outdoor track, and a children’s play area. Looking to relax afterward? Grab afrozen lemonade or piña colada from theA.C.’s Icees truck or relax on a wooden dock by the water."

Photo by Bart Mariner

Bayfront Park

City park · Miami Government District

"Park It: Downtown Miami One of the best spots to relax in Miami is Bayfront Park, 32 acres of lush grounds that include the KlipschAmphitheater andthe Tina Hills Pavilion.The Fourth of Julyfireworks and the New Year’s Eve countdown are just two of the community events that occur here throughout the year. From the beach you canwatch dolphins jump and play while luxury yachts pass throughBiscayne Bay, and you’ll also have great views of the cruise ships and marina. Take the renovated baywalk, shaded by oak and palm trees, past the rock garden and waterfalland several benches. Fitness classes are offered in the park during the week."

Photo by Jeff Greenberg/agefotostock

Key Biscayne

Island · Key Biscayne

"Doggy Beach Day in Key Biscayne There's nothing better than a stroll on the beach with man's best friend. Hobe Dog Beach on Key Biscayne is a wonderful stretch of clean, beautiful, off-leash dog beach where dogs can run, play, and swim. On any summer weekend, you'll find locals throwing frisbees, toys, and balls to their dogs and mingling with other pet people. Locals head here for sparse crowds, scenic views, and the opportunity to race dogs in the sun. The scene is social and vibrant. To get here, take the causeway over the Key Biscayne Bridge, which will cost about $1.75. Hobe is right over the bridge, with plenty of parking. During your day of relaxation, grab a bite at the nearby Peruvian food trucks that line the sand."

Hard Rock Stadium

Stadium · Miami Gardens

"Catch A Game & Show in Miami, FL The Sun Life Stadium in Miami , Florida started out as the Joe Robbie Stadium. The stadium is the home to the Miami Dolphins and the University of Miami's Miami Hurricanes. THe stadium has hosted many marquee events, including five Super Bowls, two World Series, four college football national championships, a NFL Pro Bowl and World Cup friendly matches. Be sure to check the online schedule to catch a musical concert even by some of your favorite artists. In the past the stadium has welcomed major musical acts like U2, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Elton John, Billy Joel, Chicago , Genesis, Gloria Estefan, Guns N’ Roses, The Who, Hall & Oates, Rod Stewart, Paul McCartney, The Three Tenors, The Police and Madonna."

Photo by Sun Life Stadium

Cape Florida Lighthouse

Temporarily Closed

"Climb to the Top of a Historic Lighthouse The Cape Florida Lighthouse, inBill Baggs Cape Florida State Park on the tip ofKey Biscayne, is the oldest lighthouse in the state. The newly restored 95-foot white-brick tower, which sits onsand and rocks, attracts plenty of visitors, who enjoy climbing up to the top for the view of downtown Miami and the Atlantic Ocean.The park also includes a replica of the lighthouse keeper’s 1825 cottage."

Photo by Beatrice preve/agefotostock