Key Biscayne can refer to two things: one of the islands of Miami-Dade County in Florida or a village found in the isle. The island is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state, owing to the number of visitors it sees yearly. Many adventures await you on the island, whether you want to enjoy the beach or if you want to explore the nooks and crannies of the city. Read on to find out about the 15 best things to do in sunny Key Biscayne, Florida.
1. Set off on a Biscayne Bay jet ski tour (from USD 159.0)
Get a unique perspective of Miami from the water with this thrilling jet ski tour along Biscayne Bay. Choose a convenient departure time and zoom across the ocean while taking in splendid views of the city’s waterfront. You will have a tour guide to ensure your safety, but feel free to ride your own way. Besides the downtown area, you can see the opulent mansions owned by celebrities. Pass by the Venetian islands, Miami Beach, and Port of Miami on this fun tour that lasts about an hour.
Biscayne Bay Jet Ski Tour from Miami
Duration: 1 hour
2. Join a private boat tour of Biscayne Bay (from USD 599.0)
Enjoy a relaxing sunset sailboat cruise of Biscayne Bay on this three-hour private tour. You also have the option of choosing a tour that includes a stop and additional time for swimming. This is a family-friendly sightseeing tour, and the boat is powered solely by the wind. Take in gorgeous views of the sunset over the bay and make use of your camera to capture the moments for posterity. Also, this tour can make for a good choice if you’re celebrating a special occasion or anniversary.
Three-Hour Private Sunset Sailboat Tour on Biscayne Bay for Up to Six
Duration: 3 hours
3. Hike the trails at Bear Cut Nature Preserve
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Bear Cut Nature Preserve is a hiker’s delight with its network of trails that wind deep into the wilderness. It is located within Crandon Park and is home to diverse ecosystems such as mangrove forests, dunes, and seagrass beds. You can also enjoy beautiful views of the ocean from vantage lookout points as you hike along. Quite a few of the trails culminate at picturesque beaches and if you like swimming, it would be a good idea to take along a swimsuit and other accessories. Most of the trails start close to the visitor center and you will find helpful staff there to get you started with all the necessary information. There are also biking trails, just check at the center.
Bear Cut Nature Trail
Address: 6767 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, United States
Website: Bear Cut Nature Trail
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: Free
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4. Stop by Miami Marine Stadium
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Miami Marine Stadium is a concrete structure that was designed as the first-ever facility for powerboating in the US. Sporting a unique design that offers unobstructed views of the water from the seats, it was once a popular attraction in the region. It is now listed on America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places and efforts are on to bring about its revitalization. The stadium has hosted events such as the Miami International Boat Show and the USA Swimming Open Water National Championships in the past few years.
Miami Marine Stadium
Address: 3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, FL 33149, United States
Website: Miami Marine Stadium
5. Engage in water activities at Crandon Park Beach
The northern portion of Key Biscayne is occupied by Crandon Park Beach, one of the most popular destinations in Florida. A family-friendly beach and park, it has several family-friendly features awaiting visitors. Aside from water activities it offers, it also has a family amusement center and on-site grills for picnics. Along the shore is a net for beach volleyball, and it also has tennis courts. Visitors can also go on a nature trip and explore the dunes and mangroves in the park, as well as learn about the marine and wildlife in the area at the Crandon Park Nature Center. Crandon Park Beach covers two miles, which means you will not find yourself not having space here.
Crandon Park Beach
Address: 6747 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 361 5421
Website: Crandon Park Beach
6. Try out new water sports
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Those who have an adventurous bent can try out new water sports while in Key Biscayne. Miami Kite Boarding at the Crandon Beach offers lessons for those who are interested in learning kiteboarding and standup paddleboard. Kayaks and paddleboards are also offered for rental for those who want to try out these water adventures.
Miami Kite Boarding
Address: 6767 Crandon Boulevard, Crandon Park, North Beach – Watersports Concession, Key Biscayne, Florida
Opening Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily during spring and summer; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily during fall and winter
Contact: +1 305 345 9974
Website: Miami Kiteboarding
7. Explore the lighthouse at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
While not as a popular as Crandon Park Beach, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park has its own appeal. It is the go-to place for those who want to avoid crowds, which is often the case for the more popular beach options. Aside from water activities, this destination also offers fishing to visitors. It also has picnic tables for those who want to spend a few hours here. The park also has walking and bicycle trails for those who want to explore the environment in the area. The highlight of the park is a lighthouse, the oldest standing structure in the county, having been originally built in 1825 and reconstructed in 1846.
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
Address: 1200 S. Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, Florida
Opening Hours: The Lighthouse Tower is open on Mondays and Thursdays to Sundays, 10 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m.
Website: Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
8. Try out the local eats
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Posted by The Rusty Pelican Restaurant in Miami on Tuesday, 9 May 2017
Key Biscayne is home to several good restaurants, so make sure to try these out while you’re on the island. Rusty Pelican is arguably the most popular restaurant in the area, offering not just good food, but night life to partygoers. It serves American cuisine and a wide variety of fresh seafood.
Boater’s Grill offers the ambiance of being a former hideaway of pirates and smugglers. Beyond its history, the restaurant is now known for serving great seafood. Costa Med, meanwhile, is a triple threat when it comes to restaurants, offering great food, ambiance, and service to its customers.
Rusty Pelican
Address: 3201 Rickenbacker Cwy, Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 361 3818
Website: Rusty Pelican
Boater’s Grill
Address: Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 361 0080
Website: Boater’s Grill
Costa Med
Address: The Square Shopping Center, 260 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 361 7575
Website: Costa Med
9. Play golf at the Crandon Golf Course
Crandon Golf Course has reopened. It will be cart path only today. The driving range will reopen on Tuesday, September 1st at 9am.
Posted by Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne on Monday, 31 August 2015
Crandon Golf Course in Key Biscayne is an 18-hole course. It is considered as one of the most challenging courses across Florida, testing the skills even of expert golfers.
Crandon Golf Course
Address: 6700 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 361 9129
Website: Crandon Golf Course
10. Go on a moonlit canoe trip
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Posted by Kendall Living on Sunday, 27 December 2015
Couples who are traveling to Key Biscayne for a vacation may want to try out a moonlit canoe trip. Organized by the Deering Estate, the tour takes you to explore Chicken Key, which is about a mile away. The trip is inclusive of information about the island’s features, including facts about the sand dunes and mangrove forests. It also includes time to enjoy s’mores by a campfire in Chicken Key.
Moonlight canoe tour
Address: 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Miami, Florida
Price: from 40 USD
Opening Hours: The moonlight canoe tour is from 7 to 10:30 p.m. on Sundays.
Contact: +1 305 235 1668
Website: Moonlight Canoe Tour
11. Check in at Silver Sands Beach Resort
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Silver Sands Beach Resort literally puts the beach right at your doorstep. The secluded hotel allows you to enjoy its private beach so you don’t have to contend with a crowd if you want to enjoy lazing away in the waters or by the shore during your vacation. Among the amenities of the hotel are a heated swimming pool and a beachfront. Guests have access to high-speed Internet at the lobby.
Silver Sands Beach Resort
Address: 301 Ocean Drive, Key Biscayne, Florida
Price: from 129 USD
Contact: +1 305 361 5441
Website: Silver Sands Resort
12. Enjoy the nightlife at Stefano’s Lounge
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Stefano’s Lounge is the “it place” when it comes to nightlife. It is a specialty cocktail bar that plays live music. Happy hours are from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. from Wednesdays to Fridays.
Stefano’s Lounge
Address: 328 Crandon Boulevard, #122-124, Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 361-7007
13. Visit Stiltsville
Stiltsville is so called because it is comprised of houses on stilts to keep the structures safe from the waters. According to legend, the first stilt house was built by Eddy “Crawfish” Walker not just to serve as his base to catch crawfish, but to also offer gambling, effectively going around the law during the Prohibition Era, which prohibits gambling up to one mile from the shore. Originally having as many as 27 structures in the area, the number has since dwindled to 7 because of hurricanes. These are protected by a non-profit organization called Stiltsville Trust to help showcase the richness of the marine life in the vicinity. Visitors will need to acquire a permit from Stiltsville Trust prior to visiting Stiltsville.
Stiltsville
Address: Key Biscayne, Florida
Contact: +1 305 230 1144
Website: Stiltsville
14. Drop by Key Biscayne Farmer’s Market
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If you want to try something different from the seafood offered in Key Biscayne, you may want to drop by Key Biscayne Farmer’s Market, which takes every Saturday at the Key Biscayne Community Church, to pick up fresh produce.
Key Biscayne Farmers Market
Address: Key Biscayne Community Church, 355 Glenridge Road, Key Biscayne, Florida
Opening Hours: Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
15. Feel the sunshine at Village Green Park
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Soak in the sun at the verdant Village Green Park. This park is suitable for adults and kids alike with its playgrounds and fields. A jogging trail, community bandstand, and an interactive splash fountain for little ones are just some of the highlights. The large fountain and bricked promenade make for a charming backdrop for pictures, while tree-shaded benches invite you to rest awhile. The park also has a designated area for dogs. You can also find a gymnasium and pool at the Community Center. There’s also a farmer’s market right across from the park if you’d like to pick up fresh produce on your way back.
Village Green Park
Address: 450 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, United States
Website: Village Green Park
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 6am - 10pm; Sat - Sun: 8am - 8pm
Have fun under the sun at Key Biscayne
With the number of activities offered at Key Biscayne, it’s no wonder it remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in Florida. Enjoy just about everything under the sun in the isle.
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