Miami Botanical Gardens and Nature: Fairchild, Orchids and Parks
Explore Coral Gables and Greater Miami’s botanical gardens and coastal nature, including Fairchild’s orchids, Pinecrest Gardens, Matheson Hammock and Crandon Park. Read descriptions and practical visitor information before planning your day.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden — orchids and tropical plants
Coral Gables · 10901 Old Cutler Road
Explore tropical plant collections and orchid conservation at Fairchild, home to the Million Orchid Project and National Orchid Garden. The garden currently lists daily visiting hours of 10 a.m.–5 p.m., except Christmas. Admission and special-event tickets are separate where indicated. The March 2026 orchid festival has already passed; do not treat that date as the next festival.
Botanical paths through tropical hardwood and cypress landscapes, with plant collections, art, family amenities and cultural programming. The garden currently lists daily hours of 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; individual amenities and special events can have different hours or separate tickets. Guided tours may require advance registration.
A bayside park with tropical hammock, marina, beach and a tidal atoll pool. Parking charges apply. Pool access and operating conditions can change with water quality or weather. West Matheson has a separate restoration project: check current closure notices before using that side of the park.
Explore sandy beach, coastal dunes, hardwood hammock and the Bear Cut nature area. Options include nature-center activities, self-guided trails and naturalist-led programs. Some rentals, programs and parking have charges; confirm current facilities and tour arrangements before visiting.
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