Miami on two wheels a day

              METRO-DADE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 234 W. FLAGLER STREET, MIAMI, FL 33130
Miami on
TWO WHEELS A DAY.
What better way to pick up a glorious sun tan, see the sights of South Florida, and save energy and money in the bargain than seeing Miami by bike. There are 138 miles of paved bike paths, plus assorted wide boulevards and narrow, winding, tree lined streets, roads and lanes that are ideal for coasting along at your own pace. If you’re into eight wheel fun, put on your roller skates and roll into the sun or, put on your jogging shoes and step out and see Miami just like the natives do.
PARROT JUNGLE. 11000 S.W. 57th Avenue. One of Miami’s most colorful group of entertainers—including flamingos, macaws, and other exotic birds-perform here every day. Sparkling conversation and fine feathered friends. A natural for kids.1
SEAQUARIUM. A bike ride of unsurpassed beauty across the Rickenbacker Causeway will bring you face to face with Hugo, the killer whale, Flipper, the original Miami Dolphin, and assorted creatures of the sea. Free mono-rail ride. 2
CRANDON PARK BEACH. Pedal a few miles from the Seaquarium down Key Biscayne and you’ll find two miles of ocean beach, picnic facilities, a zoo, rental barbecue pits, kiddie rides, miniature railroad, miniature golf, an outdoor roller rink and free parking. 3
BILL BAGGS CAPE FLORIDA RECREATION AREA. 400 acres of beaches, fishing, swimming and picnicking on the tip of Key Biscayne, a 3 to 5 mile bike ride from the Crandon Park Zoo. 4
NEW WORLD CENTER-BICENTENNIAL PARK. A 35-acre oasis of green grass and blue skies overlooking Biscayne Bay at 11th Street and Biscayne Boulevard. Bike paths, a fishing lagoon, picnic area, playgrounds, a dancing fountain and outdoor sculpture complement Miami’s New World center. 5
MIAMARINA. 301 N.E. Miamarina Parkway, East of Biscayne Boulevard at N.E. 5th Street. Picturesque harbor with power and sail boat berthed beneath the city’s skyline. Charter, drift fishing and sightseeing boats. Casual and sophisticated restaurants for dining on the waterfront. 6
GREYNOLDS PARK. 17350 W. Dixie Highway, one block off U.S. 1, north of Miami. A pretty getaway-for-the-day type place that’s a favorite of natives. Lovely picnic areas, central barbecue pits, fishing for kids, paddleboats, rowboats, and a 9-hole golf course. 7
TROPICAL PARK. 40th Street at S.W. 79th Avenue, off the Palmetto Expressway. Former race track features football and soccer fields, 2-mile vita course, 5 miles of jogging and bike paths, all-purpose track, basketball courts, baseball field, swimming beach, 150 tables and grills for picnicking, an equestrian center. 8
MIAMI METRO ZOO. At the tip of Key Biscayne via Rickenbacker Causeway. Also called Crandon Park Zoo. 380 species and over 180 animals in all, from all over the world. Special children’s petting section. 9
WAINWRIGHT PARK. Still to be developed, this city-owned bayfront land offers an insight into the way Florida looked to early settlers. 10
VIZCAYA. 3251 S. Miami Ave., former palatial estate of industrialist James Deering, this Italian Renaissance mansion, featuring furniture, artwork and entire rooms from European villas, and palaces, is surrounded by a magnificent 10-acre formal garden. 11
KENNEDY PARK. McFarlane Road and S. Bayshore Dr. Features picnic facilities and community house, a magnificent view of the bayfront and Dinner Key Marina. 12
MATHESON HAMMOCK PARK. 9610 Old Cutler Road. Has extensive picnic facilities, several beaches on Biscayne Bay, an enclosed salt water swimming area, showers, refreshments, marina, nature trails, boat rentals and bike path. 13
FAIRCHILD TROPICAL GARDENS. 10901 Old Cutler Road, highlights include horticultural library, museum and rare plant house, snack bar and tram tours, open daylight hours daily. 14
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND PLANETARIUM. 3280 South Miami Ave. Located side by side they offer an excellent look at Florida’s past, present and future. 15