Combining an Everglades day with the right Miami-area stops makes for one of the best day trips in South Florida — swap the beach for wetlands, then come back for dinner. Here's how to round out the day, and where to eat afterward.
Best Time of Day for Wildlife
Early morning is the best time for wildlife viewing in the Everglades, before the midday heat sends alligators and birds into the shade — an early airboat tour or a sunrise walk on the Anhinga Trail dramatically improves your odds of good sightings.
Combine It With the Keys or Miami
The Everglades' southern entrance near Homestead is roughly equidistant from Miami and the start of the Florida Keys, making it easy to combine a morning in the park with an afternoon drive down the Overseas Highway, or a return to Miami for dinner and nightlife.
Where to Eat After
Homestead and Florida City, the small towns near the park's main entrance, have a handful of solid Cuban and seafood spots that make a good lunch stop before heading back toward Miami — a nice contrast after a morning surrounded by sawgrass and alligators. Browse Everglades and Miami-area tours and experiences below to plan your trip.
Pack for Sun and Bugs
A wetlands day means sun and mosquitoes in equal measure. The VacationGrabs Leather Sling Bag keeps essentials close without adding bulk.
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