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Biscayne National Park
Within sight of downtown Miami, yet worlds away, this park is the largest marine park in the national park system. It protects and preserves a marine eco-system with living, fish-bejeweled coral reefs, mangrove shorelines, a shallow bay, and emerald islands. … Continue reading
Boucher Brothers Watersports
Lots of fun in, on and above the water: wave-runners, parasailing, banana boats, wind surfers, snorkeling, rafts, kayaks, boogie boards and deep sea fishing charters. Team-building scavenger hunts and beach olympics are also available for corporate and group events, from … Continue reading
Cape Florida Lighthouse
The oldest structure in Miami-Dade County, the 95-foot-high Cape Florida Lighthouse at the tip of Key Biscayne has been restored to its authentic 1855 condition in Bill Baggs State Park. This tower has survived hurricanes, an 1836 Seminole Indian attack … Continue reading
Club Nautico
Like the freedom of the sea? The fun of fishing? The adventure of diving? The joy of being on the water with family and friends? Whether you’re completely new to the sport of boating and want to jump in, or … Continue reading
Crandon Park
Ride on the restored carousel by the sea at Crandon Park (weekends and certain holidays). The historic carousel is at the heart of the Family Amusement Center, which includes an old-fashioned outdoor roller rink, sea horse-shaped splash fountain and a … Continue reading
Fury Water Adventures
Fury Water Adventures is the number one excursion in and on the waters of Key West. Fury expertly maintains a state-of-the-art fleet of boats to offer the best in safety! Choose from underwater explorations on one of three catamaran reef … Continue reading
Haulover Beach Park & Marina
Oceanfront park with 1.5 miles of beach, complete marina, charter fishing boats, a 9-hole golf course and tennis courts. Beach is open sunrise to sunset. An underground walkway connects the bay and ocean sides of the park. Parking: $5/car; $10 … Continue reading
Hollywood Beach
Come see why Travel + Leisure magazine named the Hollywood Broadwalk one of America’s Best Beach Boardwalks! The broadwalk, a 2.5-mile-long pedestrian promenade, bustles with joggers, skaters, cyclists and old-fashioned charm. Bicycle, jet ski and cabana rentals, waterfront restaurants, an … Continue reading
Matheson Hammock Park Beach
A top-ranked family park with nature trails, a sand beach with lifeguards, picnic grounds, concession stand and marina. There’s also a restaurant serving dinner (closed on Mondays). Park is open daily sunrise to sunset; beach is open from 8:30am-5pm on … Continue reading
Oleta River State Park
Oleta River’s mangrove forests, tropical hammocks and surrounding waters offer an urban oasis of outdoor activities in Miami: mountain biking, picnicking, canoeing, swimming, children’s playground, fishing and kayaking. Guided nature walks upon request. Open daily from 8am-sunset. Admission is $5 … Continue reading
Sailboards Miami Watersports
Windsurf, stand-up paddle board, and kayak rental, as well as a school and shop! Great fun for all ages and all fitness levels. Just minutes from Miami Beach on beautiful Biscayne Bay. Venture over to the nearby Vizcaya Museum & … Continue reading
South Beach Dive and Surf Center
The South Beach Dive and Surf Center is a renowned PADI 5 Star facility conveniently located in the heart of Miami Beach’s trendy and vibrant South Beach, within walking distance to many hotels, restaurants and tourism enclaves. The one-day dive … Continue reading
Tarpoon Lagoon
Miami Beach’s only waterfront dive shop! Offering snorkeling and SCUBA trips, as well as PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) or NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) Open Water Diver course, the most widely recognized and respected diving certifications in … Continue reading