7 Best outdoor activities in Miami

Miami is the ideal holiday destination. With fantastic beaches and excellent weather, it’s the perfect destination for outdoor and nature lovers. 

You can visit the various parks around Miami, hit up a golf course, or even set sail for a beautiful sunset cruise. 

Let’s jump into our list of the top 7 outdoor activities around Miami. 

Visit the Everglades National Park

The Everglades is a must-see attraction in Florida, Miami. It has a unique ecosystem and offers an experience you cannot get anywhere else.

For nature lovers, you can see plenty of interesting animals, including alligators, crocodiles, manatees, and pythons. You might even catch a glimpse of the elusive Florida panther. It is also the only place in the world where you can see both alligators and crocodiles living in the same habitat.

The Everglades National Park is perfect for just about anyone who loves activities like cycling, hiking, and fishing. We recommend an airboat tour of the river to get the full experience of this natural paradise.

Everglades alligator

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Hit The Links

If you are looking for some fun on land, Miami boasts the Trump National Doral resort and golf course. 

Here you will play on the legendary Blue Monster Course, which hosted the PGA Tour for several years and is 7608 yards long, guaranteeing a perfect afternoon of golf.

After golf, you can visit The Trump Spa for some pampering. For ultimate relaxation, book an overnight stay.

Located around 50 miles inland in the city of Doral, this resort offers a world-class luxury experience. Perfect for travelers who love the finer things in life. 

Boating at Miami Beach

Among Miami’s many gorgeous beaches, the iconic Miami Beach and South Beach stand out. 

With warm turquoise waters and an electric atmosphere, simply visiting the beach is an experience on its own.

But you haven’t truly visited Miami until you’ve gotten out on the water and felt the ocean breeze in your face.

Luckily, boat rentals at Miami Beach are easy to find, with a wide range of charters available. There are charters that provide a captain, leaving you to have all of the fun with none of the stress. 

You get to sail the seas and see Miami from a whole different perspective, taking in the gorgeous skyline and the stunning ocean views, creating long-lasting memories.

Miami

Quad Biking

If you’re craving something a bit more extreme, the Bill Baggs Cape Florida quad biking course is perfect for you. 

Featuring a 1.5-mile paved course as well as unpaved roads, this experience guarantees hours of high-speed fun. You can loop around the course to extend the fun.

And then if you want some sightseeing, the park also houses the oldest structure in Miami, a stunning lighthouse.

This state park is located a few minutes away from downtown Miami, on the tip of Key Biscane.

Experience Miami’s Natural Splendor

If you’re looking for something more relaxing, Miami has some incredible parks and gardens. 

There is the Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens, where you can see a range of rare tropical plants. Found south of the city center, this park features a museum with a focus on biodiversity.

You can also visit Oleta River State Park, the largest urban park in Florida, located to the north, on Biscayne Bay. 

Oleta Park also features a large selection of activities, including mountain biking, fishing, and swimming.

Parasailing 

Now that you’ve experienced Miami from land and sea, take to the skies for a whole new view of the city. 

For a true adrenaline boost, fly up to 400ft in the air with FlySOBE Parasail, a company located at South Beach, one of the most exciting city beaches in the world.

While in the sky, look out for the iconic art deco buildings and a birds-eye view of the city. One of the highlights is the historic Fontainebleu Hotel, a Miami fixture since 1954. 

Miami Harbor

Visit The Wynwood Art District

On top of its beaches and natural beauty, Miami has a vibrant cultural scene. There is no better way to experience it than a walking tour of the bustling Wynwood Art District. 

You will see the Wynwood Walls which are covered in colorful murals, done by some of the best street artists in the world. 

The art district is a perfect spot to soak up the culture and get some great selfies. There is also a variety of other entertainment including live music.

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