Miami Attractions

Fairchild Tropical Garden
Botanical garden established in 1938, an 83-acre tropical paradise offering an extensive collection of rare tropical plants. 10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami. Phone: (305) 667-1651

Metrozoo
Having nearly 300 developed acres on a 740-acre parcel of land, is the only zoo in the Continental U.S. located in a subtropical climate. It houses more than 700 wild animals in a cageless environment. 12400 SW 152 Street, Miami. Phone: (305) 251-0400

Miami Seaquarium
38 acres of marine-life entertainment and education. The Seaquarium is home to Lolita the killer whale, Salty the sea lion, and famous TV superstar Flipper. 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne. Phone (305)361-5705

Monkey Jungle
Visitors stroll through enclosed paths, while the monkeys roam freely within large enclosures. 14805 S.W. 216th Street, Miami. Phone: (305) 235-1611

Parrot Jungle and Gardens
Features parrots, exotic birds, flamingos, among others in a subtropical jungle. Petting zoo. S.W 57th Avenue and S.W. 112th Street, Miami. Phone: (305) 666-7834

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Italian Renaissance style villa, built in 1916. The house has 34 rooms of 15th-19th century antique furnishings and decorations. The grounds include 10 acres of formal gardens and fountains divided by hedges and walls. 3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami. Phone: (305) 250-9133