Miami Zoos

Miami MetroZoo
12400 SW 152 Street Miami, Florida 33177
Phone: 305-251-0400

One of the world's great zoos, Metrozoo houses more than 700 wild animals, no cages will be found as the setting is meant to be similar to the animals' natural habitat. The only zoo in the continental United States located in a subtropical climate; Metrozoo showcases animals that cannot easily be exhibited in colder climates.

See a wide variety of animals demonstrate natural behaviors that will amaze and inspire you. From the incredible mimicking ability of parrots to the powerful elegance of a cheetah, the Wildlife Show is “education through entertainment” in every sense of the term. Experienced wildlife trainers will dispel many of the myths and misconceptions concerning wildlife while providing a unique window into their fascinating world.

For an aerial view of Miami Metrozoo, hop on the air-conditioned Monorail. With four convenient stops throughout the Zoo, the Monorail is a great way to see and learn about the animals.

For a cool new way to see Metrozoo, rent a Safari Cycle for the whole family. Located across from the Flamingos. Small cycles can accommodate up to three adults and two small children, while the large cycles can accommodate up to six adults and two small children.

A narrated tour of both behind-the-scenes areas and the public walkway along exhibits provides entertaining and fascinating information on the zoo's animal collection.

From Miami Beach
Take 395 West to the 836 West. Pass the Miami International Airport. 836 West dead-ends into the Florida Turnpike. Turn left onto it, continue south to exit 16. Leave Turnpike-come down ramp to your right. You are close to the Zoo. Make a right off the exit and then make another right at 152 Street. You will then be going west on SW 152 Street. Move to the left lane and enter the Zoo at SW 124 Avenue to you left.

From The Florida Keys
Take U.S. 1 North 152 Street (Coral Reef Drive). Make a left turn onto it. Proceed west for 3 miles. Enter Zoo on the left at SW 124 Avenue.

From I-95 Heading South
South to end of I-95. It feeds into U.S. 1 on the right. Continue south on U.S. 1 to 152 Street (Coral Reef Drive). Make a right onto it. Proceed west for 3 miles. Enter Zoo on the left at SW 124 Avenue.

Everglades Safari
26700 SW 8th Street (Tamiami Trail) Miami, FL
Phone: (305) 226-6923
Fax: (305) 554-5666
E-mail: info@evsafaripark .com

Experience South Florida's delicate ecological system with an exhilarating airboat ride through nature's wildlife! See alligators, crocodiles & other exotic wildlife in their natural habitat! Learn about the conservation and preservation of one of the world’s most delicate and vital ecological systems and its inhabitants.

Journey into Nature’s secretly preserved wilderness made up of 1.2 million acres of grasslands and hardwood hammocks aboard one of our SAFARI airboats. A professional tour guide will narrate your thrilling airboat ride as you glide through a jungle of wilderness: the legendary Everglades National Park. Recognized as the most unique ecosystem, a tour guide will lead you through this natural wonder where you will encounter breathtaking panoramic views, lush vegetation and tranquility. You will be amidst alligators, native flora and fauna & other exotic wildlife in their habitat as you thrust through this River of Grass system.