Top Rated Parks to Visit in Richmond West

"Aspiring artists will love this collection of huge, brightly-colored murals located in Miami's former warehouse district. Pro tip: visit the murals during the day in order to avoid the rowdy crowds and don't forget to give your child a camera to document their favorite art. A post shared by Giorgia Bovone (@giorgia_bo) on Feb 1, 2017 at 11:36am PST"

"Our last day was spent at the creative Wynwood Walls art exhibit. Beautiful mosaics are spread across a few blocks on streets and on buildings, even on the sidewalks!"

"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"

"Otherwise, drop off your bike along Ocean Drive and grab a spot on the beach, Lummus Beach, which runs from around 6th to 14th streets. This is a beach for locals and tourists alike, and the spread of humanity—supermodels, families and even topless tanners—make this a go-to spot for people-watching."

"Little Havana’s most evocative reminder of Old Cuba is Máximo Gómez Park, or ‘Domino Park,’ where the sound of elderly men trash-talking over games of chess is harmonized with the quick clack-clack of slapping dominoes. The jarring backtrack, plus the heavy smell of cigars and a sunrise-bright mural of the 1994 Summit of the Americas, combine to make Máximo Gómez one of the most sensory sites in Miami (although it is admittedly one of the most tourist-heavy ones as well)."

"For Little Havana’s most evocative reminder of Cuba, visit Máximo Gómez Park (known locally as Domino Park), where the sound of elderly men trash-talking over games of dominoes is harmonized with the quick clack-clack of slapping tiles. The heavy cigar smell and a sunrise-bright mural of the 1994 Summit of the Americas add to the atmosphere."

"The Barnacle Historic State Park offers an opportunity to relax in a serene atmosphere. Also, there are a few beautiful boutiques (The Showroom, First Flight Out, Nikki's Beachouse Boutique) on Commodore Plaza -beach style clothes, cosy decoration, design accessories. Fringed by trees and cafés with terraces, this district has a cool Caribbean vibe going on."

"3485 Main Hwy This historic Florida State Park is located in the Coconut Grove neighborhood and spans about 5 acres. Dade County’s oldest home resides on this five-acre site that overlooks the scenic Biscayne Bay. It was built by Commodore Ralph Middleton Munroe in 1891."

"Watch the yachts and cruise ships go by, and see if you can spot a celebrity as you drive past Star Island and Palm Island, home to Miami’s rich and famous. Have the Uber drop you off at First Miami Presbyterian Church on Brickell Avenue, and walk behind the church to enjoy some classic Florida fare at the Surf and Turf food truck. Don’t be fooled by the name, this food truck is in a class of its own. Well-loved by locals, and you’ll see a mix of professionals on their lunch break, families, and travelers savoring fresh stone crab, ceviche, and the fried grouper along the water."

"Hidden on Palm Island, this quiet park has a nice basketball court (with glass backboards!), tennis courts, and a playground. My Playground in the gated community of Palm Island Park. #palmisland #palmislandresort #miami #gatedcommunity #privateisland #basketball #basketballcourt #outdoorcourt #basketballplayground #palmtrees #miamibeach #miamilife #miamiexperience #droneaddict #droneshot #dronepilot #drones #photography #dronestagram #dronevideos #dji #djimavic #djimavicpro #djiglobal #dronenerds #photooftheday #southbeach #southbeachmiami #flysafe #eyeinthesky"

"The shallow and relatively calm waters make it the perfect location for your fur babies to have a carefree splash. If you’re feeling generous, you can even give them a bite of your arepa from the nearby concession stand. Lined with palm trees, there's always a place to cool off in the shade after a frolic in the sun, but if you’re feeling adventurous, you could opt for a parasailing session from nearby Miami Watersports for $110 per person."

"Miami Mountain is a real landmark within the city and the perfect spot for a photo. Commissioned by The Bass Museum and created by Ugo Rondinone, the artist behind Nevada’s Seven Magic Mountains, this 42-foot tall neon sculpture has been coined the Eighth Magic Mountain. By positioning this fluorescent sculpture within Collins Park, Rondinone sought to add a neon rainbow color palette to the area — something that stood out amongst the existing whites and greens."

"In a wooded section at the north end of the Virginia Key Beach North Point Park, you'll find a series of short mountain bike trails, color-coded for beginner, intermediate and advanced. It's free to use the trails, though if your hotel doesn’t have free bicycle hire, you may have to stump up for that. If you think the Institute of Contemporary Art entrance looks cool, wait until you get inside © Jeff Greenberg/Getty Images"

"The American alligator is one of Florida’s most iconic symbols, and the state’s swamps, rivers, and lakes are full of these impressive creatures that can grow to over 15 feet and weight more than 1,000 pounds. Located on SW 192nd Avenue in nearby Florida City, Everglades Alligator Farm gives guests a fascinating, up-close look into the lives of these toothy reptiles. The farm is home to thousands of gators, and though it’s not the cheapest attraction you’ll visit on your trip, it’s well worth it, especially for those traveling with kids who are into animals."

"Feel the thrill of the Everglades with an airboat ride and animal shows in South Florida's oldest gator farm. A Great Gator Adventure"

"Located on SW 328th Street in Homestead, Homestead Bayfront Park offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreation options that are perfect for those looking to spend a little quality time outside soaking up that famous Florida sunshine. Admission to the park is paid on a per-vehicle basis, so it’s an inexpensive option for families looking to maximize the value of their hard-earned travel dollars. Parking for buses and RVs is available, though the admission cost is more than twice that of standard passenger cars."

"Spread over 32 acres in Downtown Miami, Bayfront Park is the perfect place to relax, walk, play or exercise. With open lawn spaces, a bay walk, winding walkways, a sandy beach area, special event lighting, VIP seating areas, and a tropical rock garden, this iconic park is home to many attractions from 1926. A walking distance from the bayside marketplace, the park offers several fun activities."

"Though in many cities brunch is reserved for Saturday and Sunday, other cities also have people with jobs they can legally explain. Blue Collar gets Miami’s flex schedule lifestyle and offers a full brunch menu all day, every day. So if you’re hankering for brioche French toast, shrimp and grits, or a massive breakfast burrito with chipotle sour cream and 3pm on a Monday, they’re happy to oblige."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Chris Dignes used under PUBLIC DOMAIN. Located on the historic Biscayne Boulevard of Miami, Blue Collar is a small restaurant with a bold and flavourful menu. The restaurant offers delicious local food that guests can enjoy in the covered outdoor space or the casual and modern indoor dining area."

"Heath Bar bread pudding and a rotating selection of cakes are what’s curbing sweet tooth craving at MiMo’s Blue Collar. Call ahead to ask what’s available. Rumor has it, the dessert menu is a bit bigger if the order is placed for takeout versus delivery."

"Indian , Vegetarian ,  Vegan"

"An Indian fusion experience where each dish has a distinct flavor with balanced heat and its own texture. A true surprise were the house made lemonades a..."

"Plant Miami heralds a modern plant-based approach with an emphasis on vibrant organic living foods, with a commitment to the art of conscious cuisine. Featuring vegan, kosher dishes naturally inspired by the South Florida landscape, they use the purest ingredients and highest sustainability practices in the industry. They invite you to nourish from the inside out with their enlightened plant-empowered cuisine."

"Plant Miami is an upscale, vegan restaurant that completely transforms vegetables into intricate dishes. Highlights include the harvest dumplings and the cannelloni filled with butternut squash and kale pesto, while guests will never miss cheese with its nut-based board. View this post on Instagram"

"Bars Dive bars Wynwood. Not all drunk food needs to be eaten at 4am; some late-night meals are good enough to scarf down during the light of day, like the El Peppe slice at Pizza Tropical, Gramps’s walk-up window serving New York-style slices and pies. Crispy and thin, the oversize slice is topped with ribbons of real, fresh basil and crunchy pepperoni discs."

"Pollo Tropical Description Counter-serve Caribbean chain eatery. Counter-serve chain for Caribbean grilled chicken & pork platters, sandwiches & more. Address: 581 NW 57th Ave, Miami, FL 33126, United States Phone: +1 305-265-6101 Website: http://pollotropical.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30am-11pm| Monday: 10:30am-11pm| Tuesday: 10:30am-11pm| Wednesday: 10:30am-11pm| Thursday: 10:30am-11pm| Friday: 10:30am-11pm| Saturday: 10:30am-11pm"

"Kosushi is a many-time Michelin star-rated world-renowned tailor of Brazil-based Japanese cuisine, located in the heart of South Pointe. Ingredients are handpicked by head chef George Koshoji who has extensive experience in multicultural Japanese cuisine, which highlights the focus of the eatery. Koshoji has honed his collective wisdom to bring South Beach an expertly refined exposure of Sao Paolo’s flavor."

"Internationally acclaimed sushi spot Kosushi has made its way to South of Fifth. The Brazil-based concept has brought with it a number of appetizing options for diners. These options include king crab truffle, salmon aji Amarillo with caviar, and wagyu gyoza."

"Think upscale hawker hall-meets-speakeasy and you have Miami’s first Asian-themed marketplace, 1-800-LUCKY. One of seven stalls sitting behind a record shop, Lotus + Cleaver serves some of the best Asian cheap eats in Miami, including Chinese barbecue and wok classics. The specialty here is Peking duck (which you can see hanging from the ceiling above the stand), so you can’t go wrong with any of the steamed bun options, particularly the duck buns decadently topped with foie gras."

"A post shared by Miami Food Porn (@miami_foodporn) on Jul 23, 2018 at 7:07pm PDT. Lotus + Cleaver takes on a modern twist to Chinese cuisine, particularly Chinese barbecue. Their lead dishes include the char siu pork shoulder, roast chicken with ginger scallion sauce, pork belly buns, and fire-roasted Peking duck."

"For a luxurious Valentine’s dinner, head to Jaya at The Setai Hotel. Jaya is an Asian restaurant that serves authentic heritage dishes with a modern twist. Whether you decide to dine indoors or opt for al fresco dining in the stunning courtyard beneath the stars, Jaya offers the perfect setting for a memorable dinner date."

"The Setai is a luxurious hotel based in Miami Beach that offers two unique dining experiences — one of them being Jaya. At Jaya, authentic Asian heritage dishes with a modern spin are prepared by Executive Chef Vijayudu Veena. Jaya’s courtyard makes for a truly exquisite alfresco dining location."