Bay Harbor Islands is a charming 383 acre island town in Biscayne Bay. It is made up of two…read moreislands, originally known as Broadview and Bay Harbor for the streets that run around the perimeter of each island. Today they are known as the West and East Islands. Fun fact, a condo in Bay Harbor Islands was used for the exterior of Dexter Morgan's apartment in the Showtime's TV show Dexter. Officer Scott A. Winters Park is on East Island. This park was named in honor of K-9 Officer Scott A. Winters who attended Bay Harbor Elementary and served as a police officer here in his early career. While he was a Pompano Beach Police Officer he was murdered on July 29, 1990 by a man he was trying to apprehend who was suspected of raping and assaulting a woman. The man who shot Officer Winters is on death row. Winters is the only Pompano Beach Officer to lose his life in the line of duty. After this incident, the Pompano Beach Police Department disbanded when they merged with the Broward Sheriff's Office. There is also a park named in Officer Scott A. Winter's honor in Pompano Beach. Amenities at this park include a restroom, benches, a dog run, pavilion, two shaded play structures equipped with ADA-accessible components. and splash pad. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the open field with FieldTurf, ideal for a game of soccer. This is the most popular park in Bay Harbor Islands as it offers a clean and safe community hub with diverse facilities that appeal to families, children, and pet owners alike.

Really nice playground. First of all, I'm new here and trying to find good parks for my kid, where…read moreto spend time with. Second, it's very clean and safe. Also it has two activity centers for smaller and bigger kids. It has play grass, where you can play with a ball, and resting area, restrooms and sprinklers(don't forget a bathing suit). Everything covered with sunshades. Third, parking spaces right here. And boom, nice place to visit it ones in a while.

Bay Harbor Islands is a charming 383 acre island town in Biscayne Bay. It is made up of two…read moreislands, originally known as Broadview and Bay Harbor for the streets that run around the perimeter of each island. Today they are known as the West and East Islands. Fun fact, a condo in Bay Harbor Islands was used for the exterior of Dexter Morgan's apartment in the Showtime's TV show Dexter. The Bay Harbor Islands Tot Lot is off of Broadview Dr. on West Island. It was dedicated in the memory of Vice Mayor Louis Haas MD. The tot lot may be small in size but it has great amenities. There is a shade covered tree house themed playground and a second blue and red playground. There is also a splash pad, benches, and covered picnic pavilion with picnic tables. My favorite part of the park was the view of Biscayne Bay and the Broad Causeway which takes you on and off the island. There is no parking area but I found a spot in front of a house next to the tot lot that was being built. There is also no restrooms. This park is primarily used by neighborhood residents but if you want a great water view, stop by.

The 96th Street Park in Surfside is the town's main recreational area. It is now an inviting…read moreoutdoor destination thanks to a new design by architect William Lane who prioritized creating a space for both activity and leisure. After significant construction, the park reopened to the public on December 15, 2024. 96th Street Park is located on Indian Creek so there is scenic water views. During the upgrades to the park, a multipurpose field, state-of-the-art playground equipment, and a full-size basketball court were added. There is also a new LEED Silver-certified multi story municipal community center, Thrive 250 fitness equipment, and a kayak launch. Shade structures, fencing, advanced lighting solutions, landscaping, and comprehensive irrigation systems were also added to the park. The city holds many of its resident events here like a Winter Wonderland and Spring Egg Hunt. With its fresh design and new features, this park is a premier gathering space for the community. Whether you're looking to engage in sports, enjoy water activities, or simply relax in a beautiful setting, this modern park has something for everyone.

We've been visiting this park since we moved here four years ago. This is not our favorite park,…read moreas it tends to get very crowded at times. But the tree shade is a rare plus. We usually stop by when we're walking to or from Surfside. We visited midday on a Saturday when I took these photos and there was only one other family there, so it was a very pleasant experience. The shade under the trees gives you a breezy and cool feel on a hot summer day. The equipment at this park is a bit outdated and needs an upgrade, in my opinion. Our son loves the basketball courts and they also have a very large soccer field (grassy area) to play on. The Surfside community has many events here for residents only, which we are unable to attend since we live across the bridge. :-P

The Hawthorne Tot Lot is a pocket park located in Surfside. The park is located at the intersection…read moreof 90th Street and Bay Drive. Pocket parks are generally less than a half acre in size and can have different amenities for the public. This type of mini park arose from a desire in communities to have places for kids to play instead of another building or wasted vacant land. Hawthorne Tot Lot is an example of a really well thought out and useful pocket park. While small in space, it is big on recreation. Hawthorne Tot Lot was first dedicated on June 29, 1991. After being renovated the park was rededicated in April of 2023. Park amenities include an outdoor fitness area, a sand pit, 2 play apparatuses, swings, picnic tables, and benches. The park was clean and colorful making it very inviting to children. I really like how it was also fenced for additional safety. The Hawthorne Tot Lot is also a Citi Bike kiosk station that promotes eco friendly transportation in the city. Citi Bike is a solar-powered bike sharing system at docking stations throughout the city. Bikes are available to use 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They can be paid for with a Bike Share Membership or an hour rental rate through an app.

This is a tot park for kids 6 and under. It has slides, swings, a sandbox and more. There is plenty…read moreof shade, so it never gets too hot. There are no services such as staff or bathrooms.

Chris was professional, understanding, and flexible. I was told they would be at my home on…read moreSaturday at 8:00am and they were. Recommend them 100% Bounce house was grand, clean, and sturdy. Kids had a blast.

DO NOT RENT FROM HERE.... I paid $349 for an obstacle course and I got a basic Bounce House. When I…read moreexplained this to Rebecca, she literally just continued to send me the screenshot of the one I got. You are paying for something and getting something else do not rent from here... The $349, 40 foot obstacle course is what I paid for, the little Bounce House with the slide is what I got in the pictures below. Although the red one looks cool, which is the one I got is not the one I paid for and it was not big enough for our party. Rebecca did nothing to rectify it. She was literally passive aggressive and just continuing to send me the same copy and paste message. I chose to disengage from the conversation at that point because dealing with someone at that level is not how I wanted to spend a Monday morning. Please don't rent from here. They will jip you and send you the wrong items.

This place is so amazing! I had a baby possum that was left behind in my backyard & South Florida…read moreWildlife Center came to the rescue!

I took a ball python snake for a walk in the sunshine one Saturday... I visited for a volunteer…read moreevent with coworkers (hint hint, great team building thing!) and was very impressed with the staff and their commitment to the long term animal residents. They have the personalities of each animal resident down pat! We had a great time providing care for the animals and their habitats, feeding treats, and getting my finger gripped by a cute little opossum. If you ever find an injured wild animal, call them! If it's after hours, it's ok to drop them off in one of the special cages outside the front gate!

I hired this company for my son birthday party and the kids had an amazing time! So much…read moreinteraction the kids couldn't believe all they saw on a school bus. Games fun enough for toddler up to teen. Zip lining and all. Definitely recommend when you want to do something different.

We rented the bus for our sons birthday. The communication was great. We worked out to have the…read morebirthday at a park to allow for ample space for the kids to do things while taking turns in the bus. The bus air conditioned which was great. Crystal was very friendly but also very clear with the rules to the children. I would recommend.

I really enjoyed this tour even though it was the dry season which meant we didn't see tons of…read morewildlife. Our guide was funny and informative. Anytime the driver saw alligators or interesting birds, he would stop and creep up slowly so everyone had a chance to see them. Tip: sit in the very back of the second tram, and you'll have somewhere to prop your feet.

We visited Shark Valley Visitor Center on Tue 1/3026. This entrance is about an hour drive directly…read morewest from Miami/Doral area via the Tamaimi Trail (Rt 41). This one of four Everglades visitor center entrances open every day 9am-5pm. Very informative visitir center. Exploring options include self directed hiking & biking. We chose the 2 hr. guided tour with a motorized, open-sided tram. Driver Carlos & guide Kelly were excellent. Adults $34, Seniors $26, Children (3-12) $18. Everyday, hourly 9am-4pm. Check website for the two seasons. This is the best way to get the most out of your visit. Learned much about the varied landscapes-swamps, hammocks, limestone formations. Many bird species, lots of alligators, saw one of two resident crocodiles, turtles, deer. Also a stop at an observation tower. This is a vast expanse, 2400 sq miles, that deserves more than one day. We followed this up with a trip on the partially paved Loop Road through the Miccosukee tribal lands & their visitor cultural center. Thank you to the staff. It was a great adventure. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY, USA

This place is the BEST! As a first time mom, I was very particular and hesitant to any place.. but…read morefrom the moment I walked up to the door Georgia was SO welcoming and explained every little detail. They sterilize and clean every corner/toy before each class which is also very reassuring! As for the class, my little one LOVED it and thrived from the wonderful music and social interaction. From that class on, Georgia always remembered my little ones name and we never wanted to leave once class was over! I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a very fun and safe environment for their baby! We can't wait to start our next class after the holidays.

My 2 kids and I love this place! As a former kindergarten teacher, I truly appreciate the thought…read morethat goes into the songs, activities and design of this magical place!

If you're hesitating on which party bus to book, fear no longer. Astrobus let our expectations and…read morewent beyond! The pictures and videos do not do justice to the experience on bird the spaceship fleet. The crew was very courteous, accommodating, flexible, and very communicative. Special shout out to the DJ on-board who made our guests enjoy themselves and feel at home with the music selection (our family visited from Portugal and France). We kept receiving calls from our family members telling us how this experience was the highlight of the trip. Definitely recommend, will be booking again in the near future.

Rented this party bus for my birthday this past weekend and all me and my friends could talk about…read morewas when could we feo it again! The bus is SUPER cool, the dj plays amazing music and we had such a fun time. I truly recommend this company and will be using them in the future. Thank you for making my birthday so special and fun!!