Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Coconut Grove

"To see how the other half lives, take a stroll through SoFi, the enclave South of Fifth Street and South Pointe Park, known for its hip, elite residents and multi-million-dollar penthouse suites. Eyeball the most vibrant Miami Beach houses and condos, or get a yummy taste of luxury at any number of high-end restaurants along the way. If you’re going to run into a celebrity in Miami Beach, it will probably happen here."

"On the edge of South Beach, South Pointe Park offers 360-degree views of the ocean and plenty of sailing cruise ship sightings as this is where vessels reach the Port of Miami. The park, with its neatly planted palm trees and perfectly kept lawns, features a kids playground, plenty of sidewalk room to skateboard, a dog park, a romantic pier where folks gather along to fish and of course – the beach."

"– Green Spaces Option #1 - South Pointe Park At the southern tip of Miami Beach is South Pointe Park, a delightful green space with lovely rolling hills and footpaths that run straight down to the beach and the crystal blue Atlantic ocean. Come here to admire the natural beauty of Miami Beach. Kids can jump around and cool off in the park’s fun water features."

"Few American parks can claim to front such a lovely stretch of turquoise as Biscayne Bay, but this fantastic green space is packed full of freebies too, including a great playground for the kids. The Tina Hills Pavilion has free concerts and yoga sessions, but Bayfront Park has some interesting public art worth discovering as well. The JFK Torch of Friendship recognizes the accomplishments of US congressman Claude Pepper, while Isamu Noguchi, who redesigned much of Bayfront Park in the 1980s, has three great sculptures: the Challenger Memorial, The Light Tower, and our favorite, the Slide Mantra."

"Located in downtown Miami, parents flock to this park for its sunning beach, large sea creature-themed playground, and views of Biscayne Bay and the Port of Miami. A good choice for a picnic when your kids need to run around. A post shared by Laura (@talais25) on Nov 4, 2014 at 2:38pm PST"

"One of the best spots to relax in Miami is Bayfront Park, 32 acres of lush grounds that include the Klipsch Amphitheater and the Tina Hills Pavilion. The Fourth of July fireworks and the New Year’s Eve countdown are just two of..."

"Around 50-minutes from Miami, Shark Valley is one of the best places in the Everglades that’s within easy reach of Miami. Once here, you can explore the trails and the iconic Bobcat Boardwalk that’s totally stunning on a gorgeous sunny day. Though, take lots of water and sunblock with you – that humidity and mosquitos can be tough."

"The Miami Beach Botanical Gardens was originally a municipal park that opened in the early ’60s; it wasn’t until decades later when the area was redesigned and rejuvenated that it became the fantastic attraction that it is now. Designed by one of the state’s most renowned landscape architects, the gardens are an urban oasis filled with fountains, art, and an amazingly diverse array of plants, trees, and flowers, most of which are species native to Florida. The grounds include a Japanese garden, warden gardens, plenty of shaded seating areas, and well-marked pathways that lead to each distinct area."

"2000 Convention Center Dr, The Miami Beach Botanical Garden is a 2.6-acre urban green space in Miami Beach and was founded in 1962.* The Garden offers free admission and is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m."

"Because South Beach is such a broad description, and the varying beaches here go on for miles, we thought we'd narrow it down. Lummus Park, the area of the beach located along Ocean Drive from 5th to 15th Street, is the all-encompassing South Beach experience. This is the strip of sand that is always the most crowded, which makes for excellent people watching."

"Lummus Park Beach is a public park with over 74 acres of land. It can be found on the east of Ocean Drive and was created in 1985."

"Plaza of the Spanish Navy at Museum Park|© Phillip Pessar Flickr. Perched along Biscayne Bay in downtown Miami, the urban Museum Park is bordered by the Perez Art Museum, the Frost Museum of Science and the American Airlines Arena. The park which first opened in 1976 as the Bicentennial Park, features a waterfront baywalk where pedestrians can gain access of the museums and enjoy views of the bay."

"The Perez Art Museum Miami and the Frost Museum of Science are both near Brickell, and they’re adjacent to the sprawling Museum Park. If you opt for the science museum, don’t miss the planetarium show!. Afterward, relax at Museum Park, and watch the cruise ships sail away between 4 pm and 6 pm."

"In the midst of downtown’s modern skyscrapers, this waterfront park offers plenty of green space for active folks to exercise. There’s an outdoor gym, volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, and palm tree-lined sidewalks to jog along. Though a hotspot for young locals, parents can bring their kids for some fun in the covered kids’ playground and enjoy a barbecue by the grills and picnic tables."

"Take a leisurely ride, weaving in and out of the surrounding neighborhoods, admiring the contrast of ultra-modern architecture mixing with the nearly 1,000 historic art-deco buildings around South Beach—including iconic hotels like the Delano, National and Sagamore hotels. This mix of modern and historic echoes the local population, which is just as diverse. In addition to the well-known Latin flavor throughout the city, on Miami Beach expect snowbirds, beach bums, an ultra-fashionable crowd and everything in between."

"Restaurants Gastropubs Brickell. The Brickell gastropub with reopens just in time for football season. With seemingly more TVs than chairs, Batch is a favorite of sports fans looking for a good view of the game and a solid meal to enjoy while they watch."

"Batch is a neighborhood pub serving an extensive selection of cocktails, whiskey, beer and wine. There is no dearth of options here!. TVs on all the walls allow you to catch the game."

"It’s a nice place to unwind on Friday nights and come back for the brunch on Sundays. Our waitress Pam is very, very good at what she..."

"For a taste of glamour and nostalgia, head to the rooftop Bellini Restaurant and Bar housed inside the ultra-swanky Mr. C Coconut Grove Hotel. You’ll be greeted by waiters in white jackets, served delicious dishes on gorgeous platters, and be wowed by floor-to-ceiling windows that present dazzling views of Biscayne Bay. Set the night’s passionate pace by ordering a round of the famous Bellinis, then indulge in dreamy Italian dishes."

"Part of Mr. C Hotels — which got it start with Harry’s Bar in Venice, Italy, that famously created the Bellini cocktail — Coconut Grove’s Bellini restaurant sits high above the neighborhood serving luxe Italian eats and drinks with enviable views."

"Perched atop Coconut Grove’s Mr. C Hotel, this upscale eatery is the brainchild of Maggio and Ignazio Cipriani. Takeout dishes include grilled octopus with pea puree, sautéed clams alla veneziana, and tartufo Nero Di Norcia."

"Adrianne Calvo, the star-studded chef behind restaurants like Redfish and Cracked, is at it again with her newest venture, Forte, which opened last week in Coral Gables in the former Cibo Wine Bar space on Miracle Mile. The restaurant, Adrianne’s tribute to her mother’s Sicilian heritage, is named after her mom’s maiden name and focuses heavily on Italian classics, seafood, and coastal eats. Menu standouts include Tuscan White Bean soup with crispy kale and parmesan; Burrata con Tartufo with braised cipollini onions, balsamic glaze, and garlic breadcrumbs; 24-hour Braised Short Rib Pappardelle with garlic bread crumbs and parmesan; Mortadella Wagyu Meatballs with stracciatella; and Veal Chop Florentine with cipollini onion and fingerling potatoes."

"Forte dei Marmi brings Italian charm, quality ingredients and concept of slow food. It is run by father and son, Italians, who are doing very well job in recreating original restaurant from Amalfi Coast – Quattro Passi,. Most of the staff is Italian, and many guests speak Italian too, therefore you might feel as you were really transported to Italy!"

"James Beard Foundation Award-winner Michael Schwartz is one of Miami’s most-coveted chefs. Whatever he touches turns delicious, including pizza at Harry’s Pizzeria, farm-to-table gastropub fare on a cruise ship, sushi, breakfast food and plenty of other concepts, including his beloved namesake, Michael’s Genuine. Set within the SLS Brickell, Schwartz’s Fi’lia specializes in vivacious Italian, including pies, house-made pastas, comforting mains (think: chicken parm and wood-grilled leg of lamb) as well as a tableside Caesar for which servers grill fresh bread for croutons."

"Many tourists mark this restaurant as the best Italian restaurant in Miami, and for good reason. Fi’lia invites its visitors to taste authentic Italian pizza from a wood-fired oven or pamper themselves with stracciatella with truffle honey. You will plunge into a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, and the friendly staff will help you choose a dish based on your preferences."

"Italians are known for their stellar wood-fired pizzas, and Fi’lia is no exception. Starters like the stracciatella with truffle honey or the meatballs with whipped ricotta are great to open the appetite. Pies like spicy soppressatta or cauliflower and fontina cheese are hits, or opt for spaghetti carbonara or the wood-grilled sirloin skirt steak."