A haunting park of stones is built under mysterious circumstances by an eccentric recluse. What could be more inviting than that? Not much, according to some who have visited the Coral Castle located just north of Homestead, FL in Miami-Dade County. Called the "American Stonehenge" by some, the park features huge stones weighing an average of 14 tons which have been stacked, placed and carved into many forms. It is an engineering marvel built by one person working alone.

Anyone who is looking for a great way to spend the day in Goulds, Florida should consider a trip to The Little Farm in Goulds. This small family-owned and operated farm offers a variety of activities for people who are interested in learning how a farm operates.

Monkey Jungle Miami!

From time to time, we all need to remind ourselves of our history, as it explains our present and predicts our future. When in South Florida, Cauley Square Historic Railroad Village is one of the best places to relive the 1900 railroad history. The village, which is located in Miami Dade County, is often described as the Nostalgic Village for its historic value to both locals and visitors.

If you are looking for a cool and enjoyable attraction for both you and your family, then the Miami Equestrian Center is the place to be. Located in the serene environs of southwest Miami-Dade County the facility offers an all-round family oriented atmosphere filled with fun fare and interactive events. 

Committed to raising awareness about endangered species, the Zoological Wildlife Foundation in Miami, Florida also doubles up as a top notch family destination. Spread over an area of 5 acres, the zoo houses a range of animals including African lions, Amur leopards, Brown lemur, prairie dogs, servals, bengal tigers among several other rare and exotic species. In addition, the zoo plays host to a substantial number of birds and reptiles. 

The Gold Coast Railroad Museum in southern Miami has several wood trainset layouts for visiting children to play with hands on! The layouts feature "Thomas" and other equipment, both free-wheeled and motorized. There is room for several children to play at once, and even seating areas for supervising adults. So bring the children for a fun and educational experience you can share with your family. The museum has freight cars, passenger cars, and locomotives to view on site.

The Zoo Miami, formally known as Miami Metro Zoo is located southwest of Miami, in the former site of the Richmond Naval Air Station. It is situated in southern metropolitan Miami-Dade county.  The zoo is the perfect day activity for families with young children as it houses over 2000 animals and over 100 exhibits on its massive 740 acre total land area.

If it's time to get out of the sun, the Xtreme Rock Climbing Center in Miami may be the answer. With USA Climbing Certified route setters and over 14,000 square feet of room to climb, the Miami-Dade destination stands as one the premier rock climbing gyms in Southern Florida. Offering a fully stocked pro-shop, gear rentals and classroom instruction, the Xtreme Rock Climbing Center provides a uniquely exciting experience. The gym provides an opportunity for the more adventurous individuals to experience a different side of Florida.

Spread over a sprawling 121 acres, the fabled Palmetto Golf Course is situated along US-1, on the southern side of SW 152nd street in Miami. This par-70 championship course stands out from the crowd owing to its winding canal system that runs parallel to, and cris-crosses the verdant fairways. It is at once captivating to look at, and stands up as a challenging course for the keen golfers.