BiscaynE national Park
9700 SW 328th St., Homestead, FL 33033
Tel: 305/230-1100
A 53-foot glass-bottom boat and a 45-foot diving and
snorkeling catamaran take adventurers across southern
Biscayne Bay, through mangrove creeks, islands, and out
to coral reefs. Family snorkeling and scuba diving available.
Canoe and kayak rentals, picnic area, walking trails, fishing,
camping and shower facilities available. Reservations
required. Beautiful visitor center offers exhibits, films
and information. Open daily 8 a.m.-5:30p.m. Visitor Center open daily 8:30 a.m.-5
p.m. Glass-bottom boat tour: adults $24.45, children (12 and under) $16.45, seniors
(62 and over) $19.45. Scuba diving $54, snorkeling: adults $35, children (12
and under) $29.95. Glass-bottom boat departs at 10 a.m., scuba/family snorkel
departs at 1:30 p.m. Scuba diving departs at 8:30 p.m.
EvErgladEs national Park
40001 State Rd. 9336, Homestead, FL 33034
Tel: 305/242-7700
The third largest national park in the Continental U.S.,
encompassing 1.5 million acres of rare and beautiful
ecosystems. The park contains a visitor center, nature trails,
a full-service marina, boat-launching ramps, boat rentals
and camping facilities. The area boasts rare and
endangered species, such as the American crocodile,
Florida panther, and West Indian manatee.
Fairchild troPical Botanic gardEn
10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables, FL 33156
Tel: 305/667-1651
This premier research and education-based garden and
recognized leader in conservation is dedicated to exploring,
explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants.
It houses the National Palm Collection, has the world’s
greatest living collection of palms; an educational program
reaching more than 25,000 children per year; hosts
events, concerts, plant society shows and sales. Group
discounts available. Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for children (6-17) and free for children under 5 and Fairchild members.
Fruit & sPicE
Park
24801 SW 187th Ave., Homestead, FL 33031
Tel: 305/247-5727
Established in 1944, this tropical paradise is nestled in
the heart of the Redland District, just 35 miles south of
Downtown Miami. Fruit & Spice Park features more than
500 varieties of exotic fruits, herbs, spices and nuts
from throughout the world are found in this lush 35-acre
park. Guided tours conducted daily on a tram. Group
discounts available.