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.

This is a park located in the Spring Garden neighborhood of Miami. The park is on Wagner Creek…read morewhere the Miami River meets the Seybold Canal. Spring Garden is one of the oldest residential neighborhoods in Miami. It was settled in the 1840's by William English who built a coontie starch mill. Coontie was used like flour in the Seminole diet. They passed it on the settlers and it became known as Florida's arrowroot. The land Spring Garden Point Park sits on used to be a tourist attraction called Alligator Joe's. In the early 1900's. Warren Frazee also known as Alligator Joe staged an alligator wrestling show for tourists visiting Miami. During the summer he would take alligators and other Florida mammals on tours to northern states. While displaying animals at the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exhibition he contracted double pneumonia passing away shortly after at the age of 46. Adjacent to the park is another historic piece of land, the former estate of John Seybold, a German immigrant who came to Miami in 1896. He became a successful baker and bought the property where Alligator Joe's once sat on the Miami River. He developed the neighborhood of Spring Garden named after a spring on the southeast corner of NW 11th Street and NW 8th Street and a garden of oak trees and palms. The Seybold family lived in the neighborhood for more than 20 years. Spring Garden experienced significant growth from 1910 to the 1940's. Spring Garden Pointe was created in 1999 when the Spring Garden neighborhood partnered with the Trust for Public Land. This is a passive park where people from the neighborhood like to walk their dogs. There are trees, a paved path, and a couple of benches including an interesting stone one. I enjoyed reading the historic signs and watching the boats as they sailed down the Miami River. This park is on the Miami River Greenway, a 6.2 mile trail that begins at Bayfront Park and ends at NW 24th Ave. The trail links neighborhoods, businesses, cultural attractions, historic sites, and 9 public parks along both banks of the historic Miami River.

This is a super sweet spot, and probably not that well known, maybe until now! (oops sorry). It…read moredefinitely could do with a spruce up. But never the less it has its own charm - it is a small triangular park tucked away in a nice pocket in this area, right on the water. It offer a sweet, old school style atmospheric/ Coral Gables style bench as you enter which unfortunately, (or fortunately depending how you feel about it ) a bin for doggie waste. This bin was over flowing with doggy bags - which in essence is wonderful to see as it means the pooches owners clean up (they were all a lilac colour btw!). However, the stench was b a d, therefore NOONE would ever sit on that bench. I met a lovely couple who owned their own designed property quite close, who kindly told me some history about the place. It IS being spruced up, a new river wall is being built and they are discussing what to do, even talking about a kayak launch. To be honest you could kayak from there already and local people in the know apparently do, but it is essentially NOT on the map YET for this. If the grounds were in a better condition ie no evidence of rubbish, over flowing smelly bins I would give 5 stars... Still if you want a slice of quiet, to watch the ebb and flow of boats slip by you amongst the Miami River, I will see you there!!!!

I was actually looking for Lummus park, and stumbled onto this place - so I checked it out. This…read morereview is for THE RIVERWALK LOCATED ON THE WATER It has the Jose Marti river walk here. I was here about an hour and enjoyed seeing the boats and a HUGE ship going past, that actually blocked my sunning time! See my pictures and videos to get an idea. I also found it fascinating to see some trinkets, at the waters edge which was indicative for me for the Cuban culture here in Miami as offerings to God etc. Ducks, a few people dotted around, nice trees, a real gem of a place. You should come and check it out if you have not. Oh! and you can also launch boats from here.

(From March, 2023)…read more Apparently there's a large history behind this place based on Ariel's review from May, 2018. As a site of native americans, it went from a possible luxury condo complex to one of the most beautiful parks/walkways in the city. It's a fabulous spot to get steps in and soak in the sun while you hear the sounds of water and boats navigating the sea. The park is clean from what I saw and the citizens take proper care of it as they should. I happened to stop here from my morning stay at the Hyatt to get a nice glimpse of the views before heading to the ports for my ships sail. City is lucky to have this historic exhibit of history in this location and a nice park to complement it!

Miami with history? well yes if you know where to look! Here is all the information you need…read more Prehistoric !! Discovered in 1998, the origins of the Miami Circle - an archaeological site in downtown Miami - remain one of the city's most intriguing mysteries. Known by a few different names - the Miami River Circle and Brickell Point, to name two - the Miami Circle was declared a National Historic Landmark in 2009, seven years after it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The circle was uncovered in early 1998, when property developer Michael Bauman commissioned a routine archaeological survey of the site. Part of a plan to demolish the existing apartment complex in order to build luxurious condos, the plans were brought to a screeching halt when surveyors discovered hundreds of strange holes beneath a layer of limestone. After further investigation, it was discovered that 24 of the largest holes formed a perfect circle with a whopping 38-foot diameter. Several artefacts were also unearthed - including human teeth and pieces of burnt wood - and radiocarbon dated at roughly 1,800-2,000 years old. According to the Miami Herald, the Miami Circle is perhaps the only evidence of a prehistoric structure in bedrock on the East Coast. Based on the results of the radiocarbon dating, along with the similarities in tools, it's believed that the circle might have been the work of the Tequesta Native American tribe. Some have speculated that the holes were once part of a structure, and most likely a building for ceremonial use. The Tequesta tribe is believed to have settled by the Miami River, occupying coastal terrain along the neighboring Atlantic areas. The tribe was made up of hunters and gatherers, who likely would have used shells and shark teeth for tools - both of which were unearthed during the excavation of the site. With the Miami Circle likely dating back over 1,000 years, it's remarkable that around 85% of its structure is still perfectly preserved. Today, visitors to Miami can head to the site and see the ring of limestone for themselves - although the holes are now covered with soil and grass for protection.

This park is name in honor of Lt. General José Antonio de la Caridad Maceo y Grajales (June 14,…read more1845 - December 7, 1896). Maceo was a Cuban general and second-in-command of the Cuban Army of Independence. Antonio Maceo Park is located on the shore of the picturesque Blue Lagoon. There is a boat ramp people can use to access the lagoon. Other park amenities include a community center, bike racks, picnic tables, pavilions, and a playground. Right now the park is a bit of a mess with fences up for construction. The park is scheduled to receive new restrooms, renovation of the concrete boat ramp and floating dock, renovation of the sidewalks and the stationary dock, and renovation of the parking lot. Once the construction is finished I have no doubt that this will be a five star park.

Nice views of the water and decently maintained small park…read more Benches along the water's edge.

The Venetian Causeway was built in 1925 in place of Collins Bridge, a wooden 2.5 mile bridge built…read morein 1913 by John S. Collins and Carl G. Fisher for the purpose of opening the barrier island to development. The Venetian Causeway is a continuation of 15th Street in Miami over Biscayne Bay to Miami Beach.. The Venetian Causeway crosses over the man made Venetian Islands that were created by materials which came from the dredging of Biscayne Bay. Everyday area residents use the causeway for travel but also for exercise, by walking, jogging, and bicycling over it. The Venetian Causeway has one toll plaza administered by the Miami-Dade County Public Works department on Biscayne Island, the westernmost Venetian Island. The toll for an automobile is $3.00. The Causeway also has 12 bridges, 10 fixed span bridges, and 2 bascule leaf span bridges that have been designated as historic landmarks by the City of Miami and City of Miami Beach. I love the lamp posts and beautiful \view of Biscayne Bay and downtown Mami as you cross. The Venetian Causeway was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. It was re-dedicated in 1999 after the completion of a $29 million restoration and replacement project.

MUST TRY!! Venetian…read moreCauseway is hands down one of the best spots for jogging, cycling, or just taking a relaxing walk after work. The views of Downtown Miami and Edgewater are absolutely stunning, especially during golden hour--it's the perfect backdrop for any workout. You'll see plenty of locals using the path for the same reason, whether they're running, biking, or just soaking in the scenery. If you're cycling, it takes about 15 minutes from Edgewater to South Beach, and walking is roughly 50 minutes one way. Plus, there are Citi Bike stations at both ends, making it super convenient. If you're looking for a spot to get your cardio in while enjoying some of the best views Miami has to offer, this is it. Highly recommended!

Fern Isle Park is a recreational resource in urban Miami. It is located on the the side of west…read morebound 836 and is very close to the Miami Airport, Sometimes it feels like you are under take off. Park amenities include sports fields, basketball court, picnic tables, picnic shelters, restrooms, and a shade covered playground with a toddler area and one for older children. Youth camps and programs are offered in the park. There were a number of homeless people but they were mainly in the picnic pavilions close to the athletic fields. I think the nicest feature of this park is it connects across the C-5 canal via a historic swing bridge to the newly renovated Ronald Regan Park. With the athletic fields, basketball court, and playground this park seemed to be more attractive families while Ronald Regan Park across the canal was ideal for cookouts and people who want to exercise and use the outdoor gym equipment.

You pass by it when you are stuck in traffic on the 836 west bound The baseball field are in…read moregreat shape but the BBall courts could use some help and perhaps some shade Not a bad little park Baseball/Softball Field - 2, Basketball Court - 2, Tennis Court - 1, Playground - 1

Visited the park for my first time to attend a music festival. It was great seeing performances…read morefrom different cultures and eras and watching people Enjoy themselves. It was super hot but it was worth the good time.

Beautiful park that is well maintained. Fenced all around and walls with gorgeous murals. Little…read morecommunity center for health screenings and a playground. Dogs not allowed