Homestead Attractions

Top Things to Do in Homestead, FL

Things to Do in Homestead


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Top Attractions in Homestead

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Historic Sites
Chosen TOP 35 out of more than 35,000 Museums in the United States "...guaranteed to be the highlight of your trip." Holiday Lettings from TripAdvisor!! TripAdvisor rates Coral Castle “Top 35 out of 35,000 museums across the U.S.” Top ratings from Yelp, New Times Magazine: “Reader Choice Awards: “Best of Miami” Ed Leedskalnin secretly built Coral Castle at night; excavating, carving, and moving 1,100 tons of coral rock. Experience Coral Castle’s “Love Story”, the History, the Science, and how Ed’s items work even after 93 years! Referred to as a Modern Megalith, Coral Castle is compared to the Ancient Megalith’s of the Egyptian pyramids, Stonehenge, and is considered by many, to be “one of the Wonder’s of the World”. Since 1923 Scientists, Engineers, Scholars continue to be amazed! See a hand-carved 9-ton gate, a Polaris telescope, the world’s only Sundial with seasons. Enjoy a movie short about the mysteries of Coral Castle, its creator; Edward Leedskalnin. Relax at the Coral Castle Cafe and enjoy our delicious gourmet menu. Visit our unique gift shop with Coral Castle collectables, science, natural stones, jewelry and much more! Seen on the History Channel, Travel Channel, Discovery Channel, Ancient Aliens, Univision, Telemundo, Sabado Gigante's Don Francisco, BBC! Even Billy Idol wrote his famous song; “Sweet Sixteen” in 1987 about Ed and his Coral Castle, Billy continues to talk about Ed all over the world and sing "Sweet Sixteen" in concerts today. Continuous live tours! Free parking.
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What travellers are saying

  • Marie C
    12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun experience for me and my family because alligators are not animals we get to see in our country. We learned a lot of facts about them. The shows and airboat tour were nice but a bit short. The staff were incredible though!
    Written 14 September 2023
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  • Guide40750310992
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We paid for the tasting tour (3pm) - $25/ pp and it was well worth the time and price.
    Our guide David was awesome! He took us on a tram ride around the park, gave a commentary on the different trees, plants, spices and fruit that are grown there. He was very knowledgeable and and personable.
    Many trees there that you would not get to see unless you travelled to Africa or Asia.
    My husband was pleasantly surprised by the experience.
    We would highly recommend.

    Very close to Coral Castle.
    Written 1 March 2024
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  • vhash77
    North Wilkesboro, NC1,045 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband and I learned about this castle via a bus tour advertisement in our local senior center. We chose to make the trip ourselves verses traveling on a bus.

    This castle has an interesting history behind it. When we arrived shortly after 9am - we were told to meet with the tour guide - he advsied we could either wander around for a while - waiting for the next guest - or we could sit and begin watching the first part of the tour - which is a 3 video - loop presentation - a lot of the video presentation is repetative - so by the time you are taken into the "castle" area and your guide begins his presentation -you've already heard the information at minimum 3 times.

    It is unique to see the tools the builder used - whom you are told was only 5 foot tall, a mere 100 pounds and did not allow anyone to help him build - nor did anyone see him build these creations. You can only gaze at the tools from a distance as they are gated in. The builders living quarters is also blocked off - it's a small tower with steps - so visitors cannot see that either.

    The story goes that the builder was broken hearted from a relationship that ended and thus built everything based on the number 16 which was the age of his former girlfriend. It's also told the song Sixteen by BIlly Idol is based on the history of this castle and that a video recording was made at this location as well.

    The architecture is amazing. The onle 2 items which still actually work in the castle now are the sundial and the polaris telescope. The rockng chairs, the turning entrances etc are no longer operatable.

    Please make a note that this is a historic place - with that said - no videos are allowed - I learned that from someone who was not our tour guide who thought I was making a video of the Florida shaped table - when all I was doing was taking a photo using my selfie stick to get height above the table--- also note - do not walk away from your tour guide/group - the same lady was quick to inform my husband and I that we were not allowed inside the castle area without our tour guide - I had stepped back inside to take a few more photos before we left the grounds as that our tour had ended at the "quarry" where the builder got his coral - we were "politely" ushered out of the "castle".

    Also note -the website states you can utilize audio stands to tour the castle - there are none - it also states that the chairs are rocking chairs - they no longer move - nor does the gate as stated on their website - and ironicly you can rent the castle for weddings, receptions and birthdays, which seems odd considering it's a historic site and one cannot touch or be in the area without a tour guide - maybe the website needs a little updating with clarification of the do's and don'ts of the castle.

    Still even with the"hiccups' of the end of our experience gave this a 4 star review for I believe it's worth seeing the creativity of the individual who built it.

    The cost when we visited was $18 per person, 7% tax and a 3% price adjustment.
    Written 6 February 2024
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  • Ally H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had the BEST experience doing the underwater gator tour with Casper, Chris, and George! Seeing an alligator up close was incredible! Chris was exceptional, ensuring I had the most fantastic time every moment I was there.
    Written 4 March 2024
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  • Holly S
    Coral Springs, FL1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great service and pretty, relaxing atmosphere. The wines are very unique. We had a great time and will definitely be back during cooler temperatures.
    Written 4 June 2023
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  • captfkra
    Marathon, FL93 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    2022 race weekend was great. Parking was completely unorganized for our section. We made it work. The track facilities are top notch.
    Written 9 November 2022
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  • Abel R
    Miami, FL221 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    These cold evenings call for something comforting, and this cinnamon roll pecan from Knaus Berry Farm happens to be the answer. Their cinnamon rolls are out of this world. This place gets super packed. Expect long lines when ordering over the weekend. This establishment does not accept credit cards. So bring cash.
    Written 29 January 2024
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  • David T
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    But Jessie James Sundance butch high o watttha wald wald west gun slingers. American mixico war path movie. Then John Wayne. Sidney port tiara
    Written 11 October 2023
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  • Wacharee S
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place for meditation. The temple welcomes all visitors of any nationalities. The temple is very cool and quiet. Excellent food market during important Thai festival.
    Written 2 April 2021
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  • Barbara G
    66 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The worship is awesome. The venue is beautiful, but geared to the younger set. The music is loud and powerful. So you may need to ask for earplugs. But the worship is genuine. The minister teaches straight out of the Bible. He is passionate about leading others to the redeeming value of Christ. The members are welcoming and pleasant. There is a coffee bar in the lobby, which adds to the welcoming atmosphere.
    Written 31 December 2019
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  • Hunterjumpergirl357
    Plainville, CT82 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went to this boat launch due to watching this area on u -tube. It was a very clean park, across the water is where the park was it was nice to take the trails out, wish I had a bicycle. There was a litter in the bushes, which I was surprised We ate and had a few cocktails at the restaurant there.
    Written 7 April 2023
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  • CharlieHudson
    Homestead, FL66 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Homestead Bayfront Park is located next to Biscayne National Park. It has a small "Atoll Pool" which is a small beach and swimming area of Biscayne Bay. It is a favorite boat ramp and has a full marina as well as an on-site restaurant. There are picnic tables and plenty of room to run around for children.
    Written 9 October 2019
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