Food Scene
One of Miami's favorite Thai restaurants. Ours too! 5 minute walk.
8 locals recommend
Tani Thai Restaurant
12269 S Dixie HwyOne of Miami's favorite Thai restaurants. Ours too! 5 minute walk.
Family owned Mexican restaurant with fresh food. 10 minute walk.
6 locals recommend
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
8461 SW 132nd StFamily owned Mexican restaurant with fresh food. 10 minute walk.
Amazing gourmet pizzas! Fresh ingredients (whole-wheat crust available upon request). 5 minute walk. Delivery available.
11 locals recommend
Original Big Tomato
1 Westward DrAmazing gourmet pizzas! Fresh ingredients (whole-wheat crust available upon request). 5 minute walk. Delivery available.
Great Italian food. Excellent wine selection and monthly wine tasting events. 5 minute walk.
7 locals recommend
Anacapri Italian Restaurant, Market and Wine Bar
12669 S Dixie HwyGreat Italian food. Excellent wine selection and monthly wine tasting events. 5 minute walk.
The Muffin Tin Restaurant
12655 S Dixie HwyOur weekend breakfast place. 5 minute walk.
Great deli. Good breakfast and lunch place. Fresh bagels and great sandwiches. 5 minute walk.
Mitch's Westside Bagels
12729 S Dixie HwyGreat deli. Good breakfast and lunch place. Fresh bagels and great sandwiches. 5 minute walk.
Good sandwiches, soups, salads and of course cheese and wine. 10 minute walk.
The Cheese Course Pinecrest
11355 S Dixie HwyGood sandwiches, soups, salads and of course cheese and wine. 10 minute walk.
Some of the best ice-cream in town. Made on the spot as you order using liquid nitrogen to instantly freeze for smooth, creamy ice cream or yogurt. 5 minute walk.
Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream Pinecrest
8271 SW 124th StSome of the best ice-cream in town. Made on the spot as you order using liquid nitrogen to instantly freeze for smooth, creamy ice cream or yogurt. 5 minute walk.
Samurai
8717 SW 136th StJapanese Steakhouse. Hibachi style with food cooked right at your table.
Sea Siam
12735 S Dixie HwyGreat sushi, seafood, and Thai food. 5 minute walk.
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
8225 SW 124th StGood sushi. 5 minute walk.
This is the original Keys dive joint. Waterfront (extremely) casual dining/bar. Don't miss the conch fritters.
24 locals recommend
Alabama Jacks
58000 Card Sound RdThis is the original Keys dive joint. Waterfront (extremely) casual dining/bar. Don't miss the conch fritters.
Don't miss sunset at the Red Fish Grill on Biscayne Bay. Spectacular waterfront views, and good food.
20 locals recommend
Red Fish Grill
9610 Old Cutler RdDon't miss sunset at the Red Fish Grill on Biscayne Bay. Spectacular waterfront views, and good food.
Shorty's BBQ - Dadeland-South Dixie
9200 S Dixie HwyGreat local BBQ joint. A Miami institution.
Family owned local Italian food and pizza. Casual and a good value. Always a good option. 10 minute walk.
6 locals recommend
Di Napoli Italian Restaurant
11755 S Dixie HwyFamily owned local Italian food and pizza. Casual and a good value. Always a good option. 10 minute walk.
Earls Kitchen + Bar
7535 N Kendall DrGood food and great people-watching.
Spectacular rooftop dining on Miami Beach. A perfect location to watch sunset! Expensive
223 locals recommend
Juvia
1111 Lincoln RdSpectacular rooftop dining on Miami Beach. A perfect location to watch sunset! Expensive
Seafood with spectacular views of the Bay and Downtown.
167 locals recommend
Rusty Pelican Miami Restaurant
3201 Rickenbacker CausewaySeafood with spectacular views of the Bay and Downtown.
Restaurant and Wine Bar. Fresh grilled steak, chicken, seafood, or veggies. Eat in a casual back yard setting, and enjoy live music inside.
238 locals recommend
Lagniappe
3425 NE 2nd AveRestaurant and Wine Bar. Fresh grilled steak, chicken, seafood, or veggies. Eat in a casual back yard setting, and enjoy live music inside.
Great outdoor dining. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, or cocktails. A great place for people watching.
147 locals recommend
Greenstreet Cafe
3468 Main HwyGreat outdoor dining. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, or cocktails. A great place for people watching.
Nice restaurant in a garden setting. Enjoy a walk around Coconut Grove or the waterfront before or after dinner.
53 locals recommend
Peacock Garden Bistro
2889 McFarlane RdNice restaurant in a garden setting. Enjoy a walk around Coconut Grove or the waterfront before or after dinner.
Panera Bread
8870 SW 72nd CtFast Food
15 Minute Walk
Subway
2795 Collins AveFast Food
5 Minute Walk
Taco Rico Tex-Mex
12275 S Dixie HwyFast Food
5 Minute Walk
Pei Wei
Fast Food
5 Minute Walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill
12227 South Dixie HighwayFast Food
5 Minute Walk
Starbucks
12225 S Dixie Hwy5 Minute Walk
Daily Bread
12131 S Dixie HwyMiddle Eastern Food
5 Minute Walk
Local Sports Bar, Fresh Seafood, and Grill
10 minute walk
281 locals recommend
Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill
9516 Harding AveLocal Sports Bar, Fresh Seafood, and Grill
10 minute walk
The Big Cheese Italian Restaurant
8080 SW 67th AveCasual pizza and Italian food.
Walls Old Fashioned Ice Cream
8075 SW 67th AveOld fashioned ice cream parlor.
Casual restaurant and bar. Outdoor dining. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
17 locals recommend
Deli Lane Cafe & Sunset Tavern
7230 Southwest 59th AvenueCasual restaurant and bar. Outdoor dining. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
The Globe
377 Alhambra CirRestaurant and jazz lounge.
Benny's Seafood Restaurant
295 NW 82nd AveRecommended by one of our guests. Great mofongos!
Garcia's Seafood Grille & Fish Market
398 NW N River DrFresh seafood right on the river.
Islamorada Fish Company
81532 Overseas HwyFresh seafood overlooking the water.
La Carreta
3632 SW 8th StCasual Cuban food. Various locations.
TAP TAP RESTAURANT
819 5th StHaitian food.
Leela's Restaurant
5650 NE 2nd AveHaitian food.
Captain's Tavern Restaurant
9625 S Dixie HwyFresh seafood.
Wayside Fruit & Vegetable
10070 SW 57th AveFruit stand, with fresh foods, salads, and great milkshakes and smoothies.
Cinnamon Rolls & Strawberry Milkshakes! (Open November - April only)
80 locals recommend
Knaus Berry Farm
15980 SW 248th StCinnamon Rolls & Strawberry Milkshakes! (Open November - April only)
Wine bar and restaurant with an interesting selection. Food/wine tastings monthly.
16 locals recommend
Uvaggio Wine Bar & Restaurant
70 Miracle MileWine bar and restaurant with an interesting selection. Food/wine tastings monthly.
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
10205 S Dixie HwyGreat coal-fired pizza.
Wagon's West Restaurant
11311 S Dixie HwyOld fashioned diner. Comfort food. Good breakfast.
Joey's Italian Cafe
2506 NW 2nd AveGreat Italian food in the heart of Wynwood.
Open October 15 - May 15 during stone crab season. The most famous restaurant in Miami. Great seafood.
349 locals recommend
Joe's Stone Crab
11 Washington AveOpen October 15 - May 15 during stone crab season. The most famous restaurant in Miami. Great seafood.
In the heart of Wynwood. Eat indoors or out amongst the artwork.
102 locals recommend
Wynwood Kitchen & Bar
2550 NW 2nd AveIn the heart of Wynwood. Eat indoors or out amongst the artwork.
Restaurant and bar in South Miami. Young professional crowd. Good food. Fun atmosphere.
13 locals recommend
Town Kitchen & Bar
7301 SW 57th CtRestaurant and bar in South Miami. Young professional crowd. Good food. Fun atmosphere.
Whiskey Joe's
3301 Rickenbacker CausewayWaterfront restaurant and bar.
Boater's Grill
1200 Crandon BlvdWaterfront dining.
Waterfront dining. Good seafood, sandwiches, burgers in a casual marina setting.
39 locals recommend
Black Point Ocean Grill
24775 SW 87th AveWaterfront dining. Good seafood, sandwiches, burgers in a casual marina setting.
Love Is Blind Food & Wine
225 Altara AveGreat food and wine in the Gables.
Fontana at The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia AveFine upscale Italian cuisine at the Biltmore.
Rouge
908 71st StFrench, Iberian, and Northern African cuisine.
Good Indian food. 10 minute walk.
Note: Correct address is:
12663 South Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33156
Saffron Restaurant
Good Indian food. 10 minute walk.
Note: Correct address is:
12663 South Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33156
Fast Organic Food. A bit pricey but food is good. Much of the food is grown on-site inside the restaurant or on the rooftop garden.
Grown
8211 S Dixie HwyFast Organic Food. A bit pricey but food is good. Much of the food is grown on-site inside the restaurant or on the rooftop garden.
Glass & Vine
2820 McFarlane RdFresh Florida inspired food in Peacock Park, Coconut Grove.
American Social
721 E Las Olas BlvdGood food. Nice views of the Miami River.
River Yacht Club
401 SW 3rd AveWaterfront restaurant.
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
Fresh food within walking distance.
Publix Super Market at Pinecrest
13401 S Dixie HwyClosest Publix. Great selection.
Great selection of wine and liquor. Specializing in single-malt Scotch. Monthly wine tastings. 10 minute walk.
Vintage Liquors
11753 S Dixie HwyGreat selection of wine and liquor. Specializing in single-malt Scotch. Monthly wine tastings. 10 minute walk.
Total Wine & More
8851 SW 136th StGreat selection of beer, wine, liquor.
Kwik Stop
8300 SW 124th StConvenience store for last-minute items.
Farm Stores Pinecrest
12075 S Dixie HwyDrive through convenience store.
Trader Joe's
9205 S Dixie HwyInteresting foods at good prices. Decent value wines.
Shopping
One of America's premier malls. Large selection of department stores and national chain stores. About 10 minutes by car.
398 locals recommend
Dadeland Mall
7535 N Kendall DrOne of America's premier malls. Large selection of department stores and national chain stores. About 10 minutes by car.
Urban shopping center with a range of stores and restaurants.
344 locals recommend
The Shops at Midtown Miami
3401 N Miami AveUrban shopping center with a range of stores and restaurants.
Dolphin Mall
11401 NW 12th StLarge Outlet Mall
Sawgrass Mills Mall station
One of the country's largest outlet malls.
Shops at Merrick Park
358 San Lorenzo AveUpscale mall in a beautiful outdoor setting.
The main shopping district in Coral Gables. Boutique shops and dining.
85 locals recommend
Miracle Mile
Miracle MileThe main shopping district in Coral Gables. Boutique shops and dining.
Bal Harbour Shops
9700 Collins AveUpscale shopping.
Popular outdoor mall. Shopping and outdoor dining. Great for people-watching!
1413 locals recommend
Lincoln Road
Lincoln RoadPopular outdoor mall. Shopping and outdoor dining. Great for people-watching!
Arts and crafts and dining in a historic tropical setting. http://cauleysquare.com/
49 locals recommend
Cauley Square Historic Railroad Village
22400 Old Dixie HwyArts and crafts and dining in a historic tropical setting. http://cauleysquare.com/
Macy's and Bloomingdale's anchor this outdoor mall. Stores and restaurants surround lush gardens, ponds, and waterfalls. 5 minutes (South on US-1 to SW 136 St)
159 locals recommend
The Falls
8888 SW 136th StMacy's and Bloomingdale's anchor this outdoor mall. Stores and restaurants surround lush gardens, ponds, and waterfalls. 5 minutes (South on US-1 to SW 136 St)
Electronics store close to the house. In case you need any cables, camera accessories, SIM cards, etc.
9 locals recommend
Best Buy
8450 S Dixie HwyElectronics store close to the house. In case you need any cables, camera accessories, SIM cards, etc.
Parks & Nature
A favorite beach of our guests. Ours too! Quiet beach in a park setting. Clothing optional section on the north end. Listed among the top 5 best clothing optional beaches in the world according to Trip Advisors and is among their top 10 things to see in Miami.
323 locals recommend
Haulover Park
10800 Collins AveA favorite beach of our guests. Ours too! Quiet beach in a park setting. Clothing optional section on the north end. Listed among the top 5 best clothing optional beaches in the world according to Trip Advisors and is among their top 10 things to see in Miami.
Quiet park with atoll/lagoon beach on Biscayne Bay. Picnic areas shaded by oaks and other native hardwoods. Learn to kiteboard or sail. Within biking distance.
220 locals recommend
Matheson Hammock Park
9800 Old Cutler RdQuiet park with atoll/lagoon beach on Biscayne Bay. Picnic areas shaded by oaks and other native hardwoods. Learn to kiteboard or sail. Within biking distance.
Beautiful botanical gardens. Within biking distance.
391 locals recommend
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler RdBeautiful botanical gardens. Within biking distance.
Beautiful gardens. Adjacent to community center/gym. Community theater and concerts in the historic Banyan Bowl. Within biking distance.
67 locals recommend
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 SW 57th AveBeautiful gardens. Adjacent to community center/gym. Community theater and concerts in the historic Banyan Bowl. Within biking distance.
Chapman Field Recreation Center
13601 Deering Bay DrNice park with dog park. Canoe/kayak ramp. Within biking distance.
Evelyn Greer Park
8200 SW 124th StPark with jogging track and Vita-course. 5 minute walk.
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
1200 Crandon BlvdPark, Beach, and Historic Lighthouse.
Park and Beach. Quiet and relaxing. Water is shallow and rocky in places. Park setting is beautiful.
217 locals recommend
Crandon Beach
Crandon BlvdPark and Beach. Quiet and relaxing. Water is shallow and rocky in places. Park setting is beautiful.
Visit the largest living reef in North America. Snorkel and SCUBA tours available. 305-451-6300
403 locals recommend
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
102601 Overseas HwyVisit the largest living reef in North America. Snorkel and SCUBA tours available. 305-451-6300
Coopertown The Original Airboat Tour
22700 SW 8th StTour the Everglades by airboat. 305-226-6048
Tour the Everglades by airboat. Native animal and bird exhibits. 863-983-6101
31 locals recommend
BILLIE SWAMP SAFARI
30000 Gator Tail Trl.Tour the Everglades by airboat. Native animal and bird exhibits. 863-983-6101
Explore the Everglades along an 18 mile trail. Take a tram with a tour guide, or bike along the trail. At the halfway point is a tower with spectacular views of the River of Grass.
80 locals recommend
Shark Valley Visitor Center
36000 SW 8th StExplore the Everglades along an 18 mile trail. Take a tram with a tour guide, or bike along the trail. At the halfway point is a tower with spectacular views of the River of Grass.
Explore the various ecosystems of the Everglades. Houseboat, canoe, kayak, bicycle rentals and boat tours are available through the marina store.
9 locals recommend
Flamingo Visitor Center
1 Flamingo Lodge HwyExplore the various ecosystems of the Everglades. Houseboat, canoe, kayak, bicycle rentals and boat tours are available through the marina store.
This is considered the best beach in the Florida Keys. (2.5 hrs)
141 locals recommend
Bahia Honda State Park
36850 Overseas HwyThis is considered the best beach in the Florida Keys. (2.5 hrs)
Oleta River State Park
Great park for biking, kayaking, and exploring.
Start your exploration of the Everglades here. Learn about the Everglades and its flora and fauna. Get information about trails, tours, and more.
160 locals recommend
Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center
40001 State Hwy 9336Start your exploration of the Everglades here. Learn about the Everglades and its flora and fauna. Get information about trails, tours, and more.
Virginia Key
Historic beach. Great views.
A great place to watch the cruise ships, see the sunset, people watch, or just chill.
586 locals recommend
South Pointe Park Pier
1 Washington AveA great place to watch the cruise ships, see the sunset, people watch, or just chill.
Waterfront park in Coconut Grove. Views of Biscayne Bay. Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
60 locals recommend
Peacock Park
2820 McFarlane RdWaterfront park in Coconut Grove. Views of Biscayne Bay. Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
David T. Kennedy Park
2400 S Bayshore DrWaterfront park in Coconut Grove.
The former home of David Fairchild. Enjoy the lush gardens in a historic bayfront location.
46 locals recommend
The Kampong, National Tropical Botanical Garden
4013 Douglas RdThe former home of David Fairchild. Enjoy the lush gardens in a historic bayfront location.
Sightseeing
Historic home. Native hardwood hammock. Beautiful views of Biscayne Bay. Concerts and cultural events under the stars on the bay. Within biking distance.
108 locals recommend
Deering Estate
16701 SW 72nd AveHistoric home. Native hardwood hammock. Beautiful views of Biscayne Bay. Concerts and cultural events under the stars on the bay. Within biking distance.
From the era of the industrialists' castles. Beautiful home and garden on Biscayne Bay.
1253 locals recommend
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
3251 S Miami AveFrom the era of the industrialists' castles. Beautiful home and garden on Biscayne Bay.
The heart of the tourist scene. Great beach to enjoy during the day. Lots of nightlife when the sun goes down.
1258 locals recommend
South Beach
The heart of the tourist scene. Great beach to enjoy during the day. Lots of nightlife when the sun goes down.
Don't miss Wynwood, Miami's art district. Most buildings in the area are beautifully painted by world renowned street artists.
1251 locals recommend
Wynwood Walls
2516 NW 26th StDon't miss Wynwood, Miami's art district. Most buildings in the area are beautifully painted by world renowned street artists.
A South Florida historic landmark. Cool off in this natural pool created from a rock quarry.
337 locals recommend
Venetian Pool
2701 De Soto BlvdA South Florida historic landmark. Cool off in this natural pool created from a rock quarry.
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle TrailBird and other animal shows and exhibits in a tropical setting.
Mallory Square, Hemingway House, and more. Historic Key West is a great day trip for those that want to explore The Keys.
291 locals recommend
Key West
Mallory Square, Hemingway House, and more. Historic Key West is a great day trip for those that want to explore The Keys.
Iconic hotel in Coral Gables. A nice place for casual (but pricey) meals by the huge pool, or at the fine indoor restaurant. More moderately priced food at the golf course restaurant. Amazing Sunday Brunch (expensive).
165 locals recommend
Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables
1200 Anastasia AveIconic hotel in Coral Gables. A nice place for casual (but pricey) meals by the huge pool, or at the fine indoor restaurant. More moderately priced food at the golf course restaurant. Amazing Sunday Brunch (expensive).
Visit the Space Port. A little far for a day-trip but can be done if you leave early.
772 locals recommend
Kennedy Space Center
Visit the Space Port. A little far for a day-trip but can be done if you leave early.
Banyan tree canopy provides a shady drive down this historic road. A scenic way to get to Coconut Grove, Downtown Miami, or Key Biscayne. Attractions include Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens, Mattheson Hammock Park and Beach, and Redfish Grill.
Old Cutler Road
Old Cutler RoadBanyan tree canopy provides a shady drive down this historic road. A scenic way to get to Coconut Grove, Downtown Miami, or Key Biscayne. Attractions include Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens, Mattheson Hammock Park and Beach, and Redfish Grill.
Shopping and restaurants in the heart of Coral Gables.
91 locals recommend
Miracle Mile & Downtown Coral Gables
220 Miracle MileShopping and restaurants in the heart of Coral Gables.
It's hard to describe Stone Age Antiques. More of a junk-yard, but with some really interesting antiques. Many nautical antiques including anchors, canons, diving helmets, and much more. The place can overwhelm the senses with stuff.
Stone Age Antiques
3236 NW S River DrIt's hard to describe Stone Age Antiques. More of a junk-yard, but with some really interesting antiques. Many nautical antiques including anchors, canons, diving helmets, and much more. The place can overwhelm the senses with stuff.
A Florida oddity. Remarkable works of large scale rock carvings done by a single person. An interesting stop on the way to or from the Florida Keys, Homestead area attractions, or an additional stop on a trip to Zoo Miami.
162 locals recommend
Coral Castle
28655 S Dixie HwyA Florida oddity. Remarkable works of large scale rock carvings done by a single person. An interesting stop on the way to or from the Florida Keys, Homestead area attractions, or an additional stop on a trip to Zoo Miami.
Getting Around
Convenient stop on South Dade Busway with connections to Metrorail. Access to Zoo Miami, Dadeland, South Miami, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Downtown, and Airport. 5 minute walk.
Busway & SW 124 St station
Convenient stop on South Dade Busway with connections to Metrorail. Access to Zoo Miami, Dadeland, South Miami, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Downtown, and Airport. 5 minute walk.
Transportation to/from Miami.
About 25 minutes by car without traffic.
459 locals recommend
Miami International Airport
2100 NW 42nd AveTransportation to/from Miami.
About 25 minutes by car without traffic.
Rent a car close to the house. They can pick you up.
(305) 668-3374
enterprise.com
7 locals recommend
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
16011 S Dixie HwyRent a car close to the house. They can pick you up.
(305) 668-3374
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Elite Cycling & Fitness
13108 S Dixie HwyBike rental. 15 minute walk.
Bike and Roll Miami
210 10th StBike Rental
Deco Bike
Citi Bike rental.
SOMI BIKE
6600 SW 80th StRent a bike to explore the area.
Arts & Culture
One of the top experiences in Miami. Don't miss an opportunity to enjoy one of the free Wallcasts in the park during the season. If you get tickets for a show indoors, head up to the roof before the show to sip drinks while enjoying a spectacular view.
164 locals recommend
New World Center
500 17th StOne of the top experiences in Miami. Don't miss an opportunity to enjoy one of the free Wallcasts in the park during the season. If you get tickets for a show indoors, head up to the roof before the show to sip drinks while enjoying a spectacular view.
A gem hidden on the University of Miami campus. A great collection of contemporary art and great rotating collections.
27 locals recommend
Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford DrA gem hidden on the University of Miami campus. A great collection of contemporary art and great rotating collections.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1301 Biscayne BlvdA variety of entertainment.
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211 StA variety of entertainment.
PAM (Perez Art Museum) in a spectacular building in beautiful Museum Park on Biscayne Bay.
1076 locals recommend
Perez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne BlvdPAM (Perez Art Museum) in a spectacular building in beautiful Museum Park on Biscayne Bay.
The Fillmore Miami Beach
1700 Washington AveLive musical events.
The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse
591 NW 27th StPrivate art collection.
Rubell Museum
1100 NW 23rd StPrivate art collection.
Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation
1018 N Miami AvePrivate art collection.
de la Cruz Collection
23 NE 41st StPrivate art collection.