Deering Estate
Every day, 10am–5pm (last entry 4pm)
16701 SW 72nd Ave, Palmetto Bay
Wide lawns and nature trails on the bay, with an 11:30am tour of the historic estate. Free parking. Buy tickets online ahead (prices are plus tax).
Plan your visit
Open every day · last checked Nov 9, 2026
Farms, animals & day trips for little ones, South Dade to Islamorada
For any day of the week, not just weekends. Every place here is open Monday to Friday, and the hours, prices and address come from its own official page. Still tap the link before you go, since hours change on holidays.
Palmetto Bay & the north edge
Close to Cutler Bay and Palmetto Bay.
Zoo Miami
Every day, 10am–5pm (last ticket 4pm)
12400 SW 152 St, Miami (the north edge of our map)
The big one: animals, water play areas and feedings, with stroller rentals you can reserve ahead. On holiday night-event dates starting Nov 27 it closes at 4pm, so check the date.
TicketsHomestead & the Redland
Farms, gardens and the national parks.
Robert Is Here
Every day, 9am–6pm (closed Thanksgiving & Christmas)
19200 SW 344th St, Homestead
The famous fruit stand has a free petting zoo with goats, tortoises and emus, plus a shaded play area and picnic tables. Admission and parking are free. The milkshakes are for you.
WebsiteFruit & Spice Park
Every day, 10am–5pm · free tram tour at 11am and 1:30pm
24801 SW 187th Ave, Redland
A 37-acre tropical fruit garden with a free tram tour little ones love, and stroller parking at the tram stop. Homestead residents get 50% off on Tuesdays. Pay at the gate.
Plan your visitMonkey Jungle
Every day, 9:30am–5pm · shows at 10:00, 12:15 and 2:30
14805 SW 216th St, Redland
A shaded walk-through park where the monkeys roam free and you walk a caged path. Their site lists last tickets at both 3pm and 4pm, so go early or call 305-235-1611. Prices are plus tax.
Prices & hoursCoral Castle
Every day from 9am (their site lists closing at 7 or 8pm)
28655 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead
A walk-through garden of giant carved coral rock, flat and wheelchair accessible. Good for a short outing with a stroller. Tickets at the gift shop.
Plan your visitAnhinga Trail, Everglades National Park
Park open 24/7 · best in the morning, Nov to Mar
Royal Palm, 4 miles past the main entrance (40001 SR 9336, Homestead)
A 0.8-mile paved and boardwalk loop where you can see gators, turtles and birds up close. Your car pass is good for 7 days, so pair it with a weekend ranger walk.
Trail infoBiscayne National Park Visitor Center
Visitor center every day, 9am–5pm · grounds 7am–5:30pm
Dante Fascell Visitor Center, 9700 SW 328th St, Homestead
A free stop with exhibits and a big lawn on the bay. Check this week's list for its free ranger activities and fishing clinics.
HoursKey Largo, Tavernier & Islamorada
Worth the drive. Make it a day.
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Every day, 8am to sunset · buildings 8am–5pm
102601 Overseas Hwy (MM 102.5), Key Largo
A calm beach plus a big aquarium inside the visitor center. Some areas are under construction, and the glass-bottom boat needs a reservation.
Park infoLaura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary
Every day, sunrise to sunset
93600 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier
A short boardwalk past 40+ rescued pelicans, owls and hawks that ends at the bay. Easy with a toddler, and a nice stop on the way down the Keys. No pets.
Visit infoRobbie's of Islamorada
Every day, 7am–9pm
77522 Overseas Hwy (MM 77.5), Islamorada
Toss fish to giant tarpon off the dock. Kids go wild for it. Hold little ones close at the edge.
WebsiteTheater of the Sea
Every day, 9:15am–5pm (last shows at 2pm)
84721 Overseas Hwy (MM 84.5), Islamorada
Dolphin, sea lion and parrot shows plus a lagoon beach. Pricey for grown-ups, so make it a full morning. Free parking, cashless.
TicketsStill checking: By Brothers, Tinez Farms, Pinto's Farm, Heritage Market, The Berry Farm, Knaus Berry Farm and Redland Market Village. We'll add them as soon as their hours and prices are on an official page. Know their Facebook or Instagram? Send it our way.