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    4.0 (220 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:30 pm

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    Janet S.

    When you look for the tickets for this natural spring pool you can buy online but you can purchase it in person as well. If you live in coral gables then you pay $6 per person but if you don't live in the area you have to pay $18 per person. I wish they had deals for the entrance can be cheaper because it is a bit pricey. However, I did love swimming in this clean water. The water was cold but it was clean and not packed for a Saturday afternoon. The rail to get in and out of the pool is a bit difficult and my mom had a bit of a hard time getting in and out of the pool. They also have lifeguards throughout the pool and they are very attentive. They offer life jackets because the area by the cave or by the waterfall is about 7 feet deep. I have tried the food here before and I was not impressed because it tasted like cafeteria food. However, this time I didn't eat here. They do have an option where they have sand and you can lay on the chairs to tan. They do offer lockers here but you will have to pay for it. I didn't get a locker this time and put my stuff on a bench near the pool. I would definitely come back to this pool. The parking is free and if you don't find parking close to the place they have a second parking lot close to it.

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    Tatiana V.

    I had the opportunity to have family and friends meet us for my daughters birthday party at Venetian pool. They offer party packages which I found to be reasonable considering the venue and food is included - these packages are mega discounted right now due to the cafe being closed for renovations. If you're planning to host a party they strictly require 2 weeks notice. In my case we notified just shy of 2 weeks and they wouldn't allow us to book through the party option, instead we had to buy individual tickets (taking off one star for this reason as we'd been in contact with a Venetian pool representative well ahead of the 2 week mark but there were many unknowns for them due to the renovations). The emoloyees were really helpful though the day before the party to provide tips for the party. Anywho! Everyone had an amazing time, my daughter said this was the "best birthday". The kids and adults had a blast and were thankful for the unique experience. We were able to get the shady beach area (it is a rental option for parties but if it isn't already reserved for a party can be claimed via first come first serve). It was very nice having a beach feel with the beautiful blue water surrounding. The children had a blast swimming and going in the caves and I felt comfortable with all of the staff that was available and watching to make sure everyone was safe. After having this party I have already been thinking about when we could go back. Beautiful and fun place to be!

    Vanessa P.

    We visited for my nephews birthday party and the place brought back a lot of nostalgia for me. This is where I took swimming lessons when I was young, and to see the new generation enjoy this place as much as I did when I was younger was amazing. The place is really a gem, with a little beach area, plenty of places to sit, life vests available as well as attentive lifegaurds. They have a kiddie pool as well as a larger pool for everyone else along with caves and small waterfalls. Great place to visit for a family day!

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    Carolyn J.

    Fun fact: When my grandma was a little girl in the 1930s-1940s, she used to come to the Venetian Pool. I recently went when a friend was in town for a cruise, and it was super nice and pretty. I'm sure others have gone into the history etc of this very cool place, so no need for me to. Do I think it's worth it to pay so much for a non-Coral Gables resident? I don't. But it'd still a very cool place to visit.

    Tory B.

    This place is a true gem!! Beautiful scenery, tons of place to sit and enjoy! The water was cold but not nearly as cold as we were expecting. The cave is a must!! The lifeguards are great, they have free life vests available. The food at the cafe on site was delicious!! Is it a little pricey? Kind of. Is it worth it? ABSOLUTELY! Definitely a must on the the to do list.

    Master Vicente A.

    Our next summer adventure with kids take us Venetian pool located in Coral Gables with a category 4.4 and more than 3,729 reviews, this unique aquatic facility has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people since 1923. The Venetian Pool is fed by spring water from an underground aquifer and is refilled daily, with over 820,000 gallons of water. The pool features two waterfalls and cave-like grottos for a fun experience for all swimmers. With transparent waters and a unique turquoise color similar to the beaches of the Caribbean, this natural pool created by nature is incredibly difficult not to visit if you are on vacation in Miami. High recommend place.

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    Kevin K.

    Beautiful facility that could allow people to easily spend all day inside. The only thing away from 4 stars was no foodservice inside and the pool needs more areas for seating. The awesome 100 year history of the pool was awesome and IL definitely be back!

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    Emilce R.

    I absolutely loved this place. I purchased my tickets the night before because I heard this place gets packed. I'm very happy I did because when I got there at noon on a Saturday it had already reached capacity. Parking is a little tricky because of how packed it gets. I had to circle around a few times before I found a spot. Once inside I was taken away by how beautiful and clear the water was. Word of advice: wear the life jacket if you're not a strong swimmer. The pool is super deep in some areas. However there are more than enough lifeguards standing by at all times. The seating areas get taken quickly so try to arrive early. Also the concession area is currently being remodeled so take your own snacks and drinks. This place is totally worth the $17 entrance fee. Lots of greats spots for pictures too. Will be returning soon. But probably on a weekday to avoid the crowds.

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    Michelle L.

    Venetian Pool Pro Tips: The majority of the pool is very deep. There are life vests everywhere free of charge. No outside floats or rafts allowed Only small bag coolers allowed Kid section of pool separated from pool with bars. There's a cafeteria. Lockers and changing room/showers available Gorgeous paradise Active lifeguards surveillance non stop Great time Cons: $21 for adults $16 for kids non Gables residents. Not enough shady areas in the pool. Rocks and entrances can be very slippery. I suggest water shoes to grip. Water temperature can be very cold. Super refreshing in summer months. Can be heavily chlorinated. Again deep so rely on life vest for extra floatation. Can be crowded with lessons and lot of people.

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    Fabian M.

    Incredible place . The most beautiful public pool ive ever been to . Makes for a nice daytrip . Bring a cooler and relax . Chair rentals available .

    Adriana B.

    I've been in Fl 30 years and this is my first visit. The location is very nice, it's a historic pool and surroundings which is pretty amazing. The pool water was colder than I expected but refreshing on a 90+ day. I found the entry price for non-Gables residents to be a bit high, $21 for adults, $16 for 3-12 yes old. The food was mediocre and you're not supposed to bring any in. The pool was full of children from camps, we visited on a weekday. Unfortunately the counselors just let them run around, jumping on and over people. They have a nice 2ft pool where I was with my 3 yr old grandson, the 10-12 year olds were in there jumping all over the smaller kids and anyone in their way. I thought the life guards were great, well trained. I also like that they offer life jackets. I would like to go again, maybe early on a weekend or after 3 on a weekday when the campers are leaving.

    Kaddi Khloe S.

    I've been wanting to go to the Venetian Pool for a good while now and I finally got to go! Highly recommend this place for a pool day or even to have a little get together or celebrate a birthday! The water is kept clean & it's very refreshing! I do recommend to rent a beach chair as the free benches and tables do get taken quickly. They 2 waterfalls and a cave like area which is very cool! Whenever I wanted a break from the sun, my bf and i would just go in the cave and hang out. There are a good amount of life guards on duty, so that's good. They also have a food cafe area where you can order food. We got their chicken strips and a burger and both were good! I would definitely come back to the Venetian Pool!!

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    Lisa T.

    I have lived in South Florida since the late 1960's; and the Venetian Pool has been around since the 1920's.....how have I never been there before? It is breathtaking! The Venetian Pool is located in Coral Gables and even the drive through the city is fabulous because all of the houses nearby are gorgeous, well-maintained and have very unique architectural styles. There are several free parking lots surrounding the attraction. They open at 11:00 a.m. and when I arrived at about 11:30 on a Friday in July there was plenty of available parking. There was a short line to purchase tickets which were $20 each. You could also rent a beach chair or a locker at the entrance desk. I was with a group of 9 ladies and we decided to share a few lockers and a few ladies rented lounge chairs. There is a large locker room area with lockers, showers, changing area, and toilets just past the entrance. The pool itself is just beautiful with a waterfall, underwater caves, and lush landscaping. There really is no shallow area, except for the roped off kiddie area. Once you jump in or climb down one of the ladders, the depth quickly progresses to 5 feet or deeper. There are many lifeguards positioned all around the pool and I was surprised to note that there was even a lifeguard inside the caves! The water is quite cold for this Florida girl, but you get used to it after a few minutes. I swam into the caves. It was a cool experience, but you just need a few minutes to explore them both. I also swam to the waterfall ; which is really pouring down! You can actually swim behind the rushing water and sit on the little ledges on the back wall. In addition to the water there is a sandy beach area, some picnic tables and even a little snack bar. For as well maintained as the pool area is, I was quite surprised to see how weedy the landscaping was in the area surrounding the beach. It was a plus to discover that you could bring your own food in. It's not one of those tourist places that won't let you bring snacks in and then charges you an arm and a leg for their snacks! Another really cool thing is all the old photos hanging on the walls inside the tower. There are great shots from the 1920's snd 1930's that show what the Venetian Pool was like during that time period. There are all kinds of shots of beauty pageants and celebrity appearances. All in all the Venetian Pool is a hidden gem in Coral Gables. It's a wonderful place to visit for a day of swimming or sunning for all ages! (They also had life vests for small children and non-swimmers.)

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    Ask the Community - Venetian Pool

    Are there military discounts?

    They do not provide military discount. They only have discounts for residence of Coral Gables.

    Are you permitted to bring your own beach chair?

    No you can't

    Are you allowed to bring your on cooler with food and drinks( alcohol)?

    No. No outside food (visible at least) and zero alcohol. They don't even sell it.

    Is there food available for purchase and adult beverages?

    Food yes but no alcohol

    Can bring dogs, and swim in the pool with them, it's a emotional certified support dog?

    No cause no one want to swim with your "certified" support dog. Jesus people.. use some sense.

    Is it possible to have a birthday party here?

    It's not a fun pool.

    Can you bring your own chairs in?

    No, and they charge for their chairs, not comfortable at all , very little sitting area. Not a fun pool . A lot of bugs in the water . Almost nothing to drink or eat . No tables nothing to put your stuff. Very limited sitting area .

    Does anyone know if its open tomorrow monday?

    It is closed on Mondays until May 27th!

    How much does it cost for nonresidents?

    $15

    Can I visit the facility, without using the pool. There is a fee for this type of visit?

    Yes but you'll still have to pay to get in. $5.50 for residents of Coral Gables.

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    Entrance is $20 for adults and $15 for kids; however, Coral Gables residents get a discount and only pay $6.

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    The Historic 1926 White Way Lights

    The Historic 1926 White Way Lights

    5.0(2 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Coral Gables has some precious lights. These ones are located outside The Coral Gables library…read more Once upon a time - back in the early 1920s - "White Way" streetlights illuminated eight miles of streets, boulevards and avenues in Coral Gables. "The person who sees the White Way for the first time will appreciate it not for its iron and steel, but for its beauty and grandeur," a 1922 advertisement touted. Most of the streetlights were in the Arcadian style, a one-piece cast iron pole weighing 250 pounds. They stood on Alhambra Circle, North Greenway Drive, Granada Boulevard, Coral Way and Country Club Prado. Two of them stood in front of Coral Gables' first public building, the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club. 500 ornamental bases were commissioned for the "White Way" streetlights in Coral Gables. They were designed by Denman Fink and Phineas Paist. At each of the four sides of the base, there is a head in relief symbolic of the life of Coral Gables. Each of these faces represents a different character. "Art and Architecture" and "Horticultural Planting" reliefs are of beautiful women with their appropriate symbolic implements. "Labor" and "Industry" reliefs are represented by men with strong features, also with symbolic implements and tools. Alternating between the heads are the Spanish castle and rampant lion, both important symbols used often in Coral Gables designs. Encircling the top of the base, in raised letters are the words, "Coral Gables-The Miami Riviera, Fla." Presently only 78 of the ornamental bases remain in Coral Gables

    Coral Gables was founded in 1925 by George Merrick who designed his city in an opulent…read moreMediterranean style. Merrick took his inspiration from the City Beautiful Movement that was popular in the 1900s. In 1926, he commissioned 500 ornamental bases for the "White Way" streetlights in Coral Gables. They bases were designed by Denman Fink and Phineas Paist. Denman Fink was George Merrick's uncle and artist and magazine illustrator. In addition to the light bases he designed the gates to the city, the Venetian Pool, and the Alhambra Water Tower. He served as the artistic adviser for the City of Coral Gables but he was not a licensed architect. Architect Phineas Paist had to sign off on all his work. On all of the four sides of the base of the lights, there is a head that is supposed to symbolize life in Coral Gables. "Art and Architecture" and "Horticultural Planting" reliefs are women and "Labor" and "Industry" are men. The same theme is used in the City Hall dome murals and in the relief panels that depict the sculptures on the Desoto Fountain. Between the heads are the Spanish castle and Lion Rampant which were often used in the designs of Coral Gables. Around the base are the words "Coral Gables -- The Miami Riviera, Fla.." The lampposts were made of cast iron and originally painted verdigris green. Later on the color was changed to silver. The lights can be found along University Drive and Riviera Drive from Granada Boulevard past Ponce de Leon Boulevard. Today only 78 of the 500 bases are left. The ornamental "White Way" streetlights were designated a City Historic Landmark in 1981. You can learn more about the White Way streetlights at the Coral Gables library where there is a historical sign that was installed in 2015 near one of the lights. The Historical Preservation Association of Coral Gables is working on a plan to restore the remaining light bases.

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    Marjory Stoneman Douglas Historic Home

    Marjory Stoneman Douglas Historic Home

    4.3(3 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    I love discovering old places, and if they are abandoned even better for me! It is surely worthy of…read morea trip - lets hope they GET ON WITH RESTORING IT, and stop wasting money on just maintaining it!! (its been owned by the state since 2007 after all!!!) Here is some more information and history about this house (sourced from https://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/things-to-do/arts-history/marjory-stoneman-douglas-house.html) Almost 68 years after Marjory Stoneman Douglas' "The Everglades: River of Grass" changed the popular conception of the Everglades from worthless swamp to treasured ecosystem, the Stoneman Douglas house in Miami's leafy Coconut Grove neighborhood will be designated a national historic landmark. During his first visit to Everglades National Park in April 2015, President Barack Obama declared the protective designation for the conservationist's modest 1926 cottage at 3744 Stewart Ave. No plans have been announced yet for opening the stucco-covered, wood-frame Stoneman Douglas house to the public, although fans still can go by the historic one-story home, now surrounded by million-dollar mansions. Preservationists and environmentalists have argued for years with neighbors over the fate of the bungalow and concerns that turning it into an education center or attraction would overwhelm the area with traffic and violate residential land use codes. A plan to move the house three miles from its South Grove location to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden was scrapped in 2006. The Stoneman Douglas house and property have been owned by the State of Florida and since 2007 has been maintained by the Florida Park Service as a lasting memorial to a remarkable "woman who saved the Everglades." As a 34-year-old divorced woman living with her father, buying her own house represented independence to Douglas. In her autobiography, "Voice of the River," she wrote about her desire to have a place of her own. I didn't need much of a house, just a workshop, a place of my own. All I wanted was one big room with living quarters tacked on. I knew an architect, George Hyde, who drew up some plans. He mostly built factories, which was fortunate, because I hoped my little house would be as stout and as sparse as a factory with not much to worry about. Because she never learned to drive, the house had no driveway (or air conditioning, electric stove or dishwasher). Part Tudor Revival and part Medieval Revival in design, the house, created by well-known architect George Hyde, is noted for its hip roof, half-timbering, post-hurricane wood floors, elegant detailing, and cast bronze hardware. Starting out as a young writer working for her father at The Miami Herald in 1915 following her brief marriage, Marjory Stoneman Douglas eventually produced more than 100 short stories for popular magazines. "River of Grass," published in 1947, was her most influential work. Later in life, she became a relentless crusader for the natural preservation and restoration of the nature of South Florida. She recognized that the Everglades was a system that depended not only on the flow of water from Lake Okeechobee into the park, but also upon the Kissimmee River which feeds the lake. To add a voting constituency to her efforts, in 1970 she formed the Friends of the Everglades, and was active as the head of the organization. Dubbed the "Grande Dame of the Everglades," she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Upon her death at the age of 108 in 1998, The Independent in London stated, "In the history of the American environmental movement, there have been few more remarkable figures than Marjory Stoneman Douglas." Today, Everglades National Park, the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, protects over 1.5 million acres. It's the third-largest national park in the lower 48 states, behind Yellowstone National Park and Death Valley National Park. There are three ways to access the park by car. The main entrance in Homestead connects visitors to the Royal Palm Area and the Flamingo Area of Everglades National Park. The Shark Valley entrance is in Miami and the Gulf Coast Entrance is in Everglades City.

    Marjorie Stoneman Douglas lived in this home in Coconut Grove. It was built in 1926 by George Hyde…read moreand is designed to look like an English Cotswolds country cottage. The house looks like it is out of a fairy tale. The house is extremely small, barely 900 feet. Marjorie considered it more of a workshop than a home. It is a single story wood frame T shaped structure with a stucco, brick, and half-timbered exterior walls and a sloping roof covered in wood shingles. The interior has hardwood flooring, plaster walls, and plaster ceilings with exposed beams. The interior has one large room that used to be dominated by Marjorie Stoneman Douglas's desk. The other rooms are a little bedroom and a tiny kitchen that only held a hot plate and toaster. Furnishings in the home were very simple. The house didn't have a driveway because she never learned to drive or central air conditioning. Marjorie did much of her writing in the home including the 1947 book The Everglades: River of Grass which spawned a movement to save the Everglades from development. The state of Florida purchased the house in 1991. Marjory was allowed to live out the rest of her life in her home which she did until she passed away at the age of 108 in 1998. The house was designated a national landmark in 2015. The house sits vacant as the people in the neighborhood have fought any attempts at turning the house into a museum fearing the traffic it would bring to the area. With the shooting that took place at the high school named in Marjorie Stoneman Douglas's honor in Parkland her name has been thrust back in the spotlight and there is renewed interest in finally doing something with the house. It seems like the neighbors may finally be coming around to allowing access to the house on a limited basis. Before that can happen the state needs to repair termite damage and mold caused by an air conditioner leak. Some of the ideas for the house are to turn it into a museum to honor Marjory or to allow a writer to live there in residence. A plan that has been scraped is to move the house to Fairchild tropical Gardens where there is a statue of Marjory Stoneman Douglas sitting on a bench. I am a long time Marjory Stoneman Douglas fan. As someone who loves the Everglades I appreciate her and everything she did to save it from development. I have seen many lovely pictures of her outside her home usually with a cat. Visiting her house was a thrill. I especially loved discovering the seahorse on the outside fireplace and the hand shaped doorknocker on the front door. I truly hope the neighbors and the state can come to an agreement to allow people access to the property. Right now you can easily park in front of the house and take a peek in the windows. Marjory Stoneman Douglas created a lasting environmental legacy and her home deserves to be protected and maintained. Maybe even more so after what happened in Parkland. The house belongs to all of us and we should be able to pay our respects to her there.

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    Segovia Traffic Circles Sculptures - Located on the roundabouts near the golf course and also the original old walls

    Segovia Traffic Circles Sculptures

    4.5(4 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Coral Gables is known for it's numerous plazas, entrances, and fountains from 1920's. That's why I…read morefind it so interesting to see what current works of art are being added. Anything new needs to harmonize with the beautiful features that George Merrick added in when he created the city. In 2014 the city approved two sculptures to be installed at the traffic circles along Segovia Street. They were designed by New York-based artist and sculptor Alice Aycock. The two installations are the first public art pieces to be added since George Merrick was alive. The sculptures are inspired by the passion flower and are constructed of more than 4,000 pieces of metal. The two sculptures are different. The sculpture on Biltmore is larger and has two flower designs. The Coral Way sculpture is designed to mimic a flower flowing in the breeze. More than 180 submissions were judged before a panel selected Aycock's design. The flowers have received mixed reviews from the community. Many feel that the modern art is not in keeping with the look of the city. A group of residents tried to have the sculptured removed but did not muster enough signatures for the ballot. Some of the complaints are that the sculptures are not Mediterranean and that accidents have increased at the traffic circles since the sculptures were installed. Others complain bitterly that they are not even able to choose a paint color for their house yet the city has moved away from the Mediterranean look of the city without consulting them. The city has decided to keep the sculptures despite the protest of some people who do not care for the look of modern art in their 1920's Mediterranean Revival city.

    Interesting new metal art located near the golf course and situated on two roundabouts. There are…read moretwo pieces one on each roundabout - They are passions flowers. Other people here have told the history about them so I will leave it at that. However what I did read about on the net and thought was amusing - was some local residents were not very happy with them, thinking they did not represent Coral Gables mediterranean image, so they started a petition to get them remove. They did get over a thousand signatures but no where near enough to make an impact and get them removed. Looks like they are here to stay. I was not too keen when I first saw them and had a little chuckle to myself as the largest one is situated in front of a plastic surgery office (HE HE)...(apt? - you decide). However after walking around and actually really looking at them, the location, the area, they started to grow on me!...Let me know what you think - when you go for a look!

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    Segovia Traffic Circles Sculptures - Located on the roundabouts near the golf course and also the original old walls

    Located on the roundabouts near the golf course and also the original old walls

    Segovia Traffic Circles Sculptures - Located on the roundabouts near the golf course and also the original old walls

    Located on the roundabouts near the golf course and also the original old walls

    Segovia Traffic Circles Sculptures - First one! Passion fruits (these are the vine's flowers) seem to be the rage here in Miami! :)

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    First one! Passion fruits (these are the vine's flowers) seem to be the rage here in Miami! :)

    Coral Gables Miracle Mile - Sidewalks full of leaves

    Coral Gables Miracle Mile

    4.0(5 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    It was a beautiful day but Miracle Mile is a sad area these days. I remember every time we were…read moreout I will tell my husband to drive me by Miracle Mile to see all the stores to me it was heaven . More than half the stores are closed, I guess rents and taxes are super high. I remember when there were boutiques, women's clothing stores, restaurants, and shoe stores in every corner. Now most of it is closed even restaurants. The Miracle Theater is still there and the Barnes and Noble. We were dumbfounded. We walked from 37 Ave to LeJeune and back in half an hour. The only street that still has good open restaurants is on Ponce de Leon. The City should help this area to bring it back.

    Coral Gables was built during Florida's land boom years in the 1920's. After two major hurricanes…read moreand the Great Depression, money dried up. After WWII veterans started flocking to Florida to recuperate in its warm weather and a new renaissance began. The 1940's saw new developers and businesses flock to the city. The "Father of Miracle Mile," is George K. Zain. Zain along with his wife, City Commissioner Rebyl Zain came up with the idea of Miracle Mile and they got it built. Miracle Mile refers to a four block section of road between Douglas Road and Le Jeune Road. By resolution of the Coral Gables City Commission, the section of road was named Miracle Mile in 1955. In 1949, Albert H. Friedman of Ro'al Apparel Shop, "Jimmy" Baldi of J. Baldi Salon, and Carroll Seghers of Carroll's Jewelers established the Miracle Mile Merchants Association. The first meetings were held in the rear of Ro'al at 348 Miracle Mile where the City of Coral Gables erected a historic marker. The Association honored Mr. Friedman in 1980 by declaring him "Mr. Miracle Mile." In 2005, the Coral Gables City Commission named the Downtown District in honor of George and Rebyl Zain and Albert H. Friedman. Today Miracle Mile is home to shops and restaurants.

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    Coral Gables Waterway

    Coral Gables Waterway

    4.5(2 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    I love taking in the historic sites around Coral Gables. One such place is the Coral Gables…read moreWaterway. Historic marker F-453 detailing the history of this important waterway was installed in 2012 by the Florida Society Children of the American Revolution, the Miami Chapter Sons of the American Revolution, and the Florida Department of State. When George Merrick designed Coral Gables he marketed it as having 40 miles of waterfront property. He wanted all of the city landmarks to be connected by water. He offered gondola rides from the Biltmore to the Cocoplum neighborhood to prospective home buyers. The historic Coral Gables Waterway is 8 miles long and it runs from Biscayne Bay through the beautiful neighborhoods of Coral Gables. The waterway travels west into the city, passing Cartegena Plaza which is where Old Cutler Road, Sunset Drive, Ingraham Highway, Cocoplum Road and LeJeune Road all intersect. The waterway then continues north along Riviera Drive until it reaches the Biltmore Hotel. Another leg of the waterway travels west through the University of Miami large lake and then east to Granada Boulevard. Underneath the LeJeune Road bridge there are limestone cliffs that rise 20 feet. The Coral Gables Museum and the Bridge Renaissance Organization run boat and canoe tours of the waterway. Whether viewing it from a boat or one of the lovely bridges spanning it the Coral Gables Waterway is just one of the features that makes the Coral Gables the city beautiful.

    Worthy of a look if you are in the area. You can see some yacht, boats and nice homes from the red…read morebridge. You can also walk beneath the red bridge, where fishing takes place sometimes. This is also near a nice park which is located at the same address.

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    El Jardin

    El Jardin

    4.3(3 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    I first saw - and entered El Jardin in 1982/83. At that time it contained the office of Father…read moreRoger Radloff, a Catholic priest and Jungian psychologist which he used in relation to a private practice that he maintained in addition to being the "shrink for the diocese" as he put it. His assistant at that time was Eugene Ritter. I believe Radloff also offered services to students at the adjoining Carrollton School, which owned the gatehouse. As with all Miami revival architecture, El Jardin is at one with the earth, looks organic, and is built with color, shapes and textures as well as stone.

    I went to coconut Grove to see as many historical places as possible, and spotted this one. See…read moreinfo I got from the net regarding it. El Jardin is a house located at 3747 Main Highway in Miami, Florida. It is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. El Jardin is now home to Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart in Miami, Florida. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on August 30, 1974. Built in 1918 along a ridge of oolitic limestone, El Jardin expresses the broad training of its architect, Richard Kiehnel of Kiehnel and Elliott, and the experience of its owner, John Bindley, then president of Pittsburgh Steel. Kiehnel, in a September 1928 article for Tropical Home and Garden, referred to the house as a "progenitor of the Modern Mediterranean style home." Kiehnel relocated to Miami from Pittsburgh and became the architect for many landmark buildings, including the Coral Gables Congregational Church, Miami Senior High, and the Coral Gables Elementary School.

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    Parrot Jungle Historical Entrance Building

    Parrot Jungle Historical Entrance Building

    5.0(1 review)
    5.3 mi

    I love a historic building and this storybook looking structure was once the site of the original…read moreentrance into the attraction Parrot Jungle. 1936 an Austrian named Franz Scherr rented the site of a former nudist colony for $25 a year. He used to visit Monkey Jungle offering unsolicited advice until the exasperated owner told him to open his own jungle. He did just that charging 25 cents to tour his garden and visit his birds. Parrot Jungle did very well for many years especially through the 1970's. Famous visitors include Winston Churchill, US President Jimmy Carter, and Steven Speilberg. During its 66 years of operation, a million people visited the attraction. It was eventually designated a historical landmark making it difficult to make changes to the park to keep up with the changing tastes of consumers. Attendance began to drop due to hurricanes and larger theme parks opening. The decision was made to move the park to Watson Island where it opened in 2003. It has struggled ever since, never finding the following it once had in Pinecrest. Jungle Island closed to visitors during the pandemic and never reopened except for events in the ballroom and camp groups. The land for the park is owned by the city and the operators of the park are unable to pay back the millions of dollars of debts it owes. I have heard many rumors surrounding Jungle Island like plans to turn it into an action park and to build a hotel on the property. What a sad turn of events for the once beloved attraction. Meanwhile back in Pinecrest on December 17, 2002, the Village of Pinecrest, with grant assistance from the Florida Communities Trust and Miami-Dade County were able to purchase the former Parrot Jungle site and turn it into a lovely garden which opened on March 8, 2003. In 2011 this site was added to the National Register of Historic Places as the Parrot Jungle Historic District. Although the parrots are gone the winding paths and beautiful plants remain along with the Parrot Bowl which now hosts community performances. You can still see the original attraction entrance on Red Road as you drive up to the gardens. It was built from Dade County pine, impervious to termites and it had a palm-thatched modeled after the roofs on the Seminole chickee huts. In the 1940s, the roof was replaced with clay tiles and the building front was covered in natural coral rock. According to the historic marker out front, the entrance was damaged by fire in 1994. It is nice to see that although the birds are gone, Franz Scherr's gardens still thrive.

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