Our next summer with kids adventure take us to Salvadore…read morePark Tennis Center located in the center of Coral glades and surrounded by incredibly thick vegetation which makes the place stay cool and with a pleasant temperature to enjoy with the family. The place has tennis courts for anyone who likes this sport and a playground for the little ones and also why not for the adults who visit it if they want to share the experience of playing together with their children. You don't have to worry nothing about how you park the car because the park have a lots of parking spaces for everyone come, high recommend for family and kids spending time together.

You would think that what the size of backyards in Coral Gables that this place would be empty but…read morenope. This place was packed. Just goes to show you how valuable a really good neighborhood park is. They pack a lot of action in a little space but the biggest hit with the kiddos was the zip line. They rode those things back and forth until I dragged them away. Another big positive is the temperature. With CG being a tree city USA, the canopy really makes being in a playground in the middle of the day a lot more bearable

I absolutely love this park and there's always something to do. There's a children's playground…read morewith a lot of shade, a Chewy dog park and areas you can walk, ride a bike or skate by the water. Since it's near the water, you also feel a nice breeze that makes the Miami Heat bearable. The newly addition of the fountain with the water show elevated the space. I also like how it's close to Bayside, Kaseya Center and other parts of downtown; if you want to walk some more or find a place to eat nearby. Parking is also easy to find and affordable. If you want to spend some time outdoors with the family, including your dogs, this is a great place to come.

Great park with beautiful views! Bayfront Park is very clean, spacious, and easy to walk around…read more There are also several food trucks along the way, which is convenient if you get hungry while exploring. We stopped at Ricky's Frozen Drinks for a sausage and a lemonade. It was okay, probably a 2.5/5, but honestly, I was hungry so maybe that influenced my rating LOL. There are different parking lots around the park, but you do have to pay for parking. We also saw security driving around a couple of times, which made the area feel safe and well monitored. Overall, a really nice place to walk around, enjoy the views, and spend some time outdoors. Would definitely visit again!

This iconic Coconut Grove park was named in honor of David Thomas Kennedy (April 7, 1934 -…read moreSeptember 4, 2014). Kennedy was an attorney and politician who served as the Mayor of Miami from 1970 until 1973. Kennedy is credited with drafting the plans for the creation of Miami's Bicentennial Park which opened in 1976. David T. Kennedy Park is 20 acres and sits on the coastal mangrove shore of Biscayne Bay where there is access for kayaking and paddleboarding. Benches are set up so you can catch the sunrise and sunset and bay breeze. Park amenities include a dog park, open lawn, outdoor fitness equipment, picnic table, playground, and volleyball court. The expansive lawns, tree-lined walking paths, and a range of recreational facilities make this park a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Also in the park is A.C.'s Icees frozen lemonade truck selling refreshing treats near the parking lot. This frosted lemonade stand has been a park land mark since 1978. Even on the weekend, the park is spacious enough to never feel crowded. If there is one drawback, it would be the lack of parking during peak use time. Overall, David T. Kennedy Park is a fantastic representation of the Miami Dade Park system by combining relaxation and recreation in one beautiful location. Whether you're visiting for a few hours or spending the day, the park provides a welcoming recreational space for outdoor activities and leisurely enjoyment.

I miss coming to this park as I used to live within walking distance. It is difficult to find a…read morespot but worth it. The park is very large with extensive lawn space. There are several areas with machinery to exercise. The park as a dog park segregated for large and small dogs. The walking path is beautiful with a lot of greenery and fresh air. You can see the water from part of the walking path. The trail is very nice and the park is well maintained. You feel very safe there and people are friendly. I brought my daughter and she enjoyed being surrounded by nature in this beautiful park.

A classic, must-go spot in Miami. Great for biking, hanging out in the lawn and getting some sun…read more(when it's not super hot), and grabbing a bite to eat (though expect steep prices). There's public restrooms and a small water park for kiddos. Obviously, the path takes you to the beach which is relaxing and really nice. Can get a little crazy during peak season.

South Pointe Park Pier is built on constraint. It's not a beach destination, it's not a fishing…read moreresort, it's a working pier where the water isn't about recreation, it's about commerce. Container ships move through this harbor. You stand on the jetty and watch scale happen in real time, cranes and stacks and the whole industrial apparatus that makes Miami function. That's more honest than another beach bar with a sunset filter. The pier is maintained like it matters. The surface holds, the railing is sound, the whole structure feels like someone decided it shouldn't fall apart, and they stuck with that decision. The breakwater gives you rock access, shallow water, tide-dependent depth. Early morning swimmers treat it seriously. The jetty extends far enough that the city shrinks behind you, and you're in dialogue with the open water instead of looking at it from shore.

Absolutely beautiful. I've been coming here for more than 50 years and it keeps getting better. A…read moremust see and experience part of South Florida.

So disappointed with the condition of Matheson Hammock Park. This is such a beautiful location with…read moreso much potential, but it's obvious that maintaining the park has not been a priority. The water did not even look inviting or safe enough to go into, and the "beach" area is extremely run down. There are areas along the water where you can barely even stand comfortably because of the condition of the shoreline. Everything just looks neglected and in desperate need of attention. There is absolutely no reason for a park in such a beautiful area of Miami to be allowed to deteriorate like this. Matheson Hammock should be a place that residents and visitors can enjoy and be proud of. It desperately needs proper maintenance, cleanup, and investment. Very disappointing to see such a special Miami park in this condition.

This park is located just south of the Miami Circle. The Tequesta who built the circle may have…read moreused this land as a burial site. A concentration of bodies has been found here. A midden which is a prehistoric garbage dump has also been found here. These midden piles are excellent resources for telling archaeologists a lot about the people who created them. Another midden was found at Arch Creek Park. This area is one of six estuaries in Miami that the Tequesta built settlements on before they became extinct. Also located in the park is the Brickell family Mausoleum. William and Mary Brickell along with Julia Tuttle helped to found Miami. The Brickell's were originally from Ohio and they set up a trading post where they did business with the Seminoles near Fort Dallas. The Brickells sold some of their land to Henry Flagler so he could build the railroad in Florida. The Brickells left the park to the city of Miami with the stipulation that it must be kept as a green space. If the city wanted to develop the land it would revert ownership back to the Brickell family. The area has since become a bustling financial district but the city can't develop this piece of prime real estate. In 1926 the Brickells had their mausoleum built in the park. After their deaths their bodies resided there until 1946 when their youngest daughter had decided that the location had become too loud for them to rest peacefully and they were moved to Woodlawn North park Cemetery. The mausoleum was put on the national register of historic places in 1989 so it can't be moved or modified. It is quite the site to see this historic structure in the shadow of a towering condominium. The park has a beautiful water front view. There is a small play area for kids. Like all of the areas I visited today in Miami parking is a challenge but it is worth seeking out this important site that has spanned all of Miami's history from the pre-Columbian to the present day.

Came in the morning around 8am for Raccoon Coffee breakfast and riverside views. Grateful they had…read morea fan and shade. Noticed the area was easy for kids to run around, and some posters about weekly events related to the church and community events. Nice little patch of green among concrete.

Crandon Park is popular for its beautiful beach, rich coastal environment, unique fossilized…read moremangrove reef, protected wetlands, birding sites and extensive range of sports and outdoor activities. Crandon Park is home to various ecosystems, from dunes and mangroves to coastal hammock and seagrass beds and rare plants like the Biscayne prickly ash and beach peanut. Underwater, fossilized reefs and colorful sea life give divers and snorkelers plenty to explore. Crandon Park comprises the northern portion of Key Biscayne (almost 7 miles southeast of Miami). The key began as a coconut plantation, before being donated with the stipulation that Miami-Dade County uses the land as a public park. With its golf and tennis facilities, unique eco-adventures and breathtaking beach, Crandon Park offers something for everyone Parking: Weekdays $7 and Weekends $10

I was here as a child when it was a zoo. I'm happy to see it remains a park with beach access…read more More importantly, the beach often hosts some endangered migratory birds, Piping Plovers. These birds are adorable, but they are threatened by habitat loss. There is a volunteer who regularly checks for Piping Plovers during migration, and she looks for bands that reveal the path of the bird's migratory flight. It's important that we have places for these birds to forage, and I hope the city continues to protect this beach for that use. The bathrooms were a welcome amenity. I had problems paying the parking fee, it was a complicated process. There were about 10 peafowl (peacocks) that roamed the park, a remaining vestige of when this was a zoo. There were many wild birds throughout the park.

Just an amazing escape from the city. Peaceful views and I always felt extremely safe. Almost like…read moreI was the bad guy for looking for small lizards and migrating birds! Ha. Jk. Everyone was always super friendly and the neighborhood is an amazing aesthetic. Id walk from the One Miami almost 3-5x a week here just to enjoy my time. The park does close fairly early though and theres no entry after dark.

Alice C. Wainwright Park is an AOK place to head for if you want to get some shade close to the…read morewater. It's just right if you want to do not a whole lot of anything for a few hours. Tip: The street directly in front of the park doeesn't allow any thru traffic; it's just for use by the people that live there The views of Downtown Miami are decidedly underwhelming, but you can walk, bike, run, or just hang out. There's also no eateries to speak of that are close at hand, so bear this in mind.

This is the Prado entrance which is located at the NW corner of the City of Coral Gables at S.W…read more 8th Street and S.W. 57th Avenue (Red Road). For years the Country Club Prado Arch has been a setting for photography, specially wedding, engagement, etc. George Merrick envisioned eight different entrances to Coral Gables inspired in Spanish hill towns; however only 4 were completed. This is the Prado entrance, a lovely spot to relax by the water features and fountains. This is a very popular place for photography for special events, I can say this is true as I saw confetti on the floor. Beautiful, classy, relaxing, this area transports you to Italy, France, Spain...

This is a classic spot for photos and scenery! In the heart of Coral Gables. Use it to chill or to…read moretake photos, but regardless you'll have a good, calm time.

I love spending time in nature and visiting Pinecrest Gardens made for such a fun weekday activity…read more It's so peaceful with so much to do. It's full of beautiful lush greenery with beautiful nature trails. I also loved the children's playground and splash pad. My son had so much fun and made a few friends. They also have a section with farm animals, which he also enjoyed so much. This is such a great spot to go alone and have some quiet time in nature or for a family fun day. I can't wait to come back!

We were excited to visit this place but unfortunately left slightly disappointed…read more All of the exotic bird cages through out the gardens were empty. The landscapes were beautiful but we were excited about the animals too. The gardens close at 5:30 pm but they take the animals (donkeys, cow, goats and pig) away at 4 pm, which we didn't know. So they were being put away as we got there. The playground is nice, although not very big, my girls enjoyed it. The water park closes earlier than the rest of the gardens too. Overall a lot of the "experiences" seemed to be closed on the Sunday we visited. Not sure it was worth the drive.