Everything Key Biscayne is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Key Biscayne.
Joe Weiss started selling stone crab claws from a lunch counter on Miami Beach in 1913 after a Harvard ichthyologist told him the local crabs were edible. The claws are served cold with mustard sauce and hash browns. No reservations — senators, celebrities, and snowbirds all wait in the same line. Joe's closes every summer because stone crab season is October to May. Some things can't be rushed.
A landmark 1926 Mediterranean Revival hotel in Coral Gables that served as a VA hospital after World War II and symbolizes Florida's 1920s land boom.
35 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Imagine navigating these waters without a reliable guide. That's why the Cape Florida Light was so crucial – it was built to warn sailors away from the deadly Florida Reef. Construction finished in 1825. But it wasn't…
Just offshore here lies the ghostly remains of a once-grand racing yacht, the Half Moon. Originally christened Germania, this impressive sailboat was built in 1908 in Germany. It was made of chrome-nickel steel. During…
Imagine the roar of the crowds at this unique marine stadium, a mid-century modern marvel on Virginia Key. This was the first stadium in the U.S. built specifically for powerboat racing. Completed in 1963, the Miami…
Imagine a time before Miami was a bustling metropolis; this very spot was the heart of a pioneering spirit. In 1891, Ralph Middleton Munroe, a yacht designer and one of Coconut Grove's founders, built his home here,…
Imagine a civilization thriving here thousands of years ago, long before Miami's glittering skyline. This is the Miami Circle, a mysterious window into the lives of the Tequesta people. In 1998, while preparing for a…
Ever wonder what it was like to learn in a tiny, one-room schoolhouse? That's exactly what kids in Coconut Grove did right here, starting in 1887. Charles Peacock, a true Coconut Grove pioneer, built this structure. Get…
Joe Weiss started selling stone crab claws from a lunch counter on Miami Beach in 1913 after a Harvard ichthyologist told him the local crabs were edible. The claws are served cold with mustard sauce and hash browns. No…
Right here, a woman lived who was as fierce and untamed as the Everglades she fought to protect. This is the Marjory Stoneman Douglas House. Marjory Stoneman Douglas, born in 1890, moved into this house in Miami in…
You're passing by a piece of Miami history, the Palm Cottage, the last link to railroad giant Henry Flagler right here in the city. Back around 1897, when Flagler was building his opulent Royal Palm Hotel, he needed…
Pull over for a second and imagine Miami in the roaring twenties; this spot right here was the height of glamour. The Olympia Theater opened in 1926, designed by John Eberson. It wasn't just a building; it was a whole…
Miami, named for the Mayaimi people who long inhabited these shores, owes its modern existence to a confluence of vision and circumstance. Julia Tuttle, recognizing the potential of the land, persuaded Henry Flagler to…
This historic skyscraper courthouse, built over four years, stands as a testament to Miami's growth. Back in the mid-1920s, Miami was booming. To reflect this newfound prosperity and importance, Dade County needed a…
Right here stands a survivor, a silent witness to Miami's roaring twenties and devastating storms. The Meyer–Kiser Building, completed in 1925, was once a proud skyscraper, a symbol of Miami's ambition. But just a year…
Pull over here for a taste of Cuba without leaving Miami! Little Havana isn't just a neighborhood; it's a living testament to the Cuban exile experience and the vibrancy of Latin American culture. After the Cuban…
This isn't just another pretty building, it's the Freedom Tower, and it once represented hope for thousands fleeing a revolution. After the 1959 Cuban Revolution, waves of refugees sought asylum in the United States.…
This opulent mansion is infamous as the site of Gianni Versace's murder, a shocking event that reverberated through the fashion world. On the morning of 1997, Gianni Versace was walking back to Casa Casuarina from News…
Feast your eyes on a time capsule! You're entering the heart of Miami Beach's Architectural District, a stunning collection of Art Deco buildings that tell a vibrant story. This district, officially recognized in 1979,…
Imagine a swamp transforming into a glamorous promenade! That's Lincoln Road's story. Carl Fisher, the man who helped develop Miami Beach, envisioned Lincoln Road as the 'Fifth Avenue of the South' in the 1920s. He…
Pull over here for a second – you're about to see the house that a local legend built. This is the former home of Arden "Doc" Thomas, who came to South Florida in the 1920s to open a drug store. He built this house in…
Get ready to time travel back to Miami's golden age, because this stretch of Collins Avenue is a living postcard from the mid-20th century! This district sprang to life in the late 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s, as Miami…
Pass through this grand entrance, once a gateway to the planned city of Coral Gables. It was intended to be more than just an entrance; it was a statement. In 1924, the Douglas Entrance, also known as La Puerta del Sol,…
Experience the glamour of Miami's Art Deco era right here. This is the Greystone Miami Beach, built in 1939. The Greystone was designed by Henry Hohauser, a renowned architect who made a major contribution to the Art…
Ready for a swim in a piece of living history? The Venetian Pool in Coral Gables isn't just a place to cool off; it's a stunning architectural marvel with a fascinating past. Back in 1924, developer George Merrick, the…
Get ready to glimpse into a world of old-school glamour! The Miami Biltmore Hotel has been a playground for the rich and famous since the Roaring Twenties. Designed by Schultze and Weaver, the Biltmore opened in 1926,…
A landmark 1926 Mediterranean Revival hotel in Coral Gables that served as a VA hospital after World War II and symbolizes Florida's 1920s land boom.
Known as the 'Danger Reef Lighthouse,' Fowey Rocks Light has guided ships away from treacherous reefs since 1878. Before its construction, many ships wrecked on these barely submerged rocks, a major hazard to…
Step back in time to the Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, a true icon of Miami Beach's glamorous past. Designed by architect Roy France, the Cadillac Hotel first opened its doors. A later addition in 1956 was designed by…
Prepare to be transported to a world of mid-century glamour! The Fontainebleau Miami Beach isn't just a hotel; it's an icon of luxury and design. Designed by the visionary architect Morris Lapidus, the Fontainebleau…
Prepare to be transported back to the roaring twenties! This isn't just a pretty view; it's the former waterfront estate of industrialist Charles Deering, a snapshot of Gilded Age extravagance right here in South…
Pull over for a second, you've got to hear about this place! This isn't just another pretty building; it's the former home of Glenn Curtiss, a true aviation pioneer. Curtiss, already famous for his motorcycle designs…
Hialeah began as a dream, a carefully planned city carved out of the Florida Everglades in the early 20th century. Its name, a combination of Seminole and Miccosukee words meaning "pretty prairie," hinted at the…
Get ready to glimpse into a bygone era of elegance and horsepower – this is Hialeah Park, a racetrack steeped in history and old-world charm. Hialeah Park officially opened on January 16, 1925. It quickly became a…
Imagine presidents traveling in style! This is the Ferdinand Magellan, a luxurious Pullman car that served as the official Presidential Rail Car, U.S. Number 1, for multiple presidents. Originally built in 1929, it was…
Prepare to be transported to a land of minarets and Moorish arches, right here in South Florida! The Crouse House stands as a testament to the architectural whimsy of the 1920s. Designed by Bernhardt E. Muller for J.W.…
Believe it or not, you're about to see a real, medieval Spanish monastery right here in Florida. This monastery was originally built in Sacramenia, Spain, starting in 1141. It was a Cistercian monastery for almost 700…