How much does it cost to enter Historic Virginia Key Beach Park?

Guests have reported entrance fees around $5 on weekdays, $8 to $10 on weekends, and up to $12 on major holidays. Cash is often required at the gate.

Is Historic Virginia Key Beach Park good for kids?

Yes, the park has a playground, swings, slides, and a skateboarding area, and is marked as good for kids and kids' birthdays.

Is there parking at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park?

Yes, the park offers free and paid parking lots as well as street parking, though guests note weekend lots fill up quickly.

Is Historic Virginia Key Beach Park wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the park has a wheelchair accessible entrance and accessible parking lot.

Can you grill or picnic at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park?

Yes, the park has picnic tables and barbecue grills available throughout the grounds.

What activities are available at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park?

Visitors can hike, mountain bike, kayak, fish, and explore the boardwalk and wetlands in addition to swimming at the beach.

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Q: What are the hours at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park?

The park is open daily from 7 AM to 6 PM.

7.3

4020 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149, USA

ClosedOpens Mon 7:00 AMPaid Admission$

Miami's first Black beach turned public park, with a mile of bayfront sand, mangrove trails, and civil rights history markers

ParkPaid AdmissionOutdoorKey Biscayne

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About Historic Virginia Key Beach Park

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park is a city park and historic site set along a mile of Biscayne Bay shoreline near Downtown Miami. Opened in 1945 as the county's first beach for Black Miamians during segregation, the park today combines that civil rights legacy with a boardwalk, wetlands, hiking and mountain bike trails, picnic pavilions with grills, a playground, and a splash pad area.

Visitors kayak, fish, ride bikes on the trail network, or simply set up an umbrella and chair at the water's edge. Weekday admission runs around $5, with higher rates on weekends and holidays, making it an affordable outing for families, cyclists, and anyone looking for bay views without the South Beach crowds.

The park also hosts festivals and private events, including weddings. Parking can fill up on weekends, and seaweed is seasonal, but the combination of nature, history, and recreation space makes it a distinctive stop on Key Biscayne's north end.

Highlights

Family Outing

Nature Lover

History Buff

Free Parking

Paid Parking

Restrooms

Wheelchair Accessible

Admission & Visit Info

Admission

Paid Admission

Price

Approximately $5 weekdays, $8-10 weekends, up to $12 on major holidays (based on visitor reports

Duration

2-4 hours

Age

All Ages

Best Season

Year-round

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7.3

/10

Experience

8.0

Value for Money

8.0

Facilities

6.0

Crowd Management

6.0

Accessibility

7.0

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TimesPeak hours

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DaysWeekday

TimesOff-peak hours

The park is open daily from 7 AM to 6 PM, with the calmest hours in the early morning right after opening.

Closed

Mon7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tue7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wed7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thu7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Fri7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sat7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sun7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Reviews

With a 4.6 average across more than 9,000 reviewers, the park draws strong praise for its history, bay views, and family-friendly amenities, though a recent stretch of reviews raises cleanliness concerns tied to seaweed and, at times, horses on the beach.

HistoryViews & AtmosphereFamily-Friendly

The Experience

Attraction Type

Park Beach Historic Site

parking

Free ParkingPaid ParkingStreet Parking

facilities

RestroomsPicnic Area

accessibility

Wheelchair AccessibleAccessible Restrooms

family

Kid-FriendlyPlayground

environment

OutdoorCovered / Shaded AreasWaterfront

Ticket Types

General AdmissionChild

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Family Outing Nature Lover History Buff Kids Under 10 Budget-Friendly Free Things to Do

Location Key Biscayne

4020 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149, USA

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What People Love

History: Visitors consistently highlight the park's role as Miami's first Black beach, with history markers and stories that guests say add meaning to the visit.

Views & Atmosphere: Guests describe stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the Downtown Miami skyline, calling the park a peaceful, laid-back escape from the city.

Family-Friendly: Families point to the picnic pavilions, grills, playground, and calm shallow water as ideal for kids and group gatherings.

Activities: Mountain bike trails, kayaking, fishing, and boardwalk hikes get repeated mentions as highlights, with one guest calling it the best park in the Miami area for biking.

Know Before You Go

Bring cash: several guests note the entrance fee is collected at the gate and cards are not always accepted.
Arrive early on weekends, especially Saturday and Sunday afternoons, when parking lots fill up and the beach gets crowded.
This is a mostly outdoor park with limited shade in some areas, so bring sun protection, water shoes, and drinking water.
Check conditions before visiting in seaweed season, as water clarity and beach cleanliness can vary seasonally.

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