Things to do in Coral Gables
Fairchild Tropical Gardens
Fairchild Tropical Gardens is one of the world's preeminent botanic gardens, with extensive collections of rare tropical plants including palms, cycads, flowering trees and vines. Established in 1938, the 83-acre garden is among the region's most popular visitor attractions and offers a variety of programs in environmental education, conservation and horticulture. An international leader in tropical plant research, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden plays an important part in preserving the biodiversity of the tropical environment. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call (305) 667-1651 for more information.
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, FL 33156
Key Biscayne Beaches
Key Biscayne, Florida, a tropical island paradise just six miles off the coast of Miami, Florida, is a world-class resort community and premier vacation destination. At the point where I95 turns into US1 and continues all the way south to Key West, is the last exit that will take the traveler across the Rickenbacker Causeway, over Virginia Key, past the Miami Seaquarium (the home of the original "Flipper"), all the way to the idyllic island of Key Biscayne. Best Western lodging is nearby.
Miami Seaquarium
Come out to Miami Seaquarium for a wonderful day of family fun. We've got some exciting shows, great exhibits and enjoyable, educational presentations in our beautifully landscaped park overlooking Biscayne Bay. All the entertainment is included in the price of your admission. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call (305) 365-2531 for more information.
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
South Beach Area - Miami
Just 4 miles from Coral Gables, when the sun goes down South Beach comes alive. Walk this historic area Art Deco with the ocean just 200 yards away and enjoy the hot sounds, beautiful people and active nightlife until dawn! Best Western lodging is nearby. Call 305-604-CITY for more information.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Vizcaya was built by agricultural industrialist James Deering, who wintered on the property from 1916–1925. Today, the extraordinary European-inspired estate includes a Main House filled with art and furnishings, ten acres of gardens on Biscayne Bay, a hardwood hammock (native forest), and an historic village. Best Western lodging is nearby. Call (305) 250-9133 for more information.
3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33129