Explore Biscayne National Park.
Looking for the best resources to help plan your Biscayne National Park visit?
Then you’ve come to the right place!
Hi, I’m Natalie, and I am a national parks-obsessed mom who has compiled all of the details, itineraries, dining guides, and hiking information for the perfect trip to this national park off the shores of Miami, Florida.
Whether you need to know if you need to visit all of the visitors centers or which tours are best for kids, you’ll find it here.
I only write about places I’ve been and experiences that I’ve had, so you’re getting up-to-date advice from a parent who has been there.
Biscayne at a glance
Covers 173,000 acres
Located on the Florida coast near Miami
95% of the park is underwater!
Known for boat tours, shipwrecks, mangrove stands, and historic houses in Siltsville
Has 2 backcountry, primitive campgrounds that are only accessible by boat
Best Tours for Kids in Biscayne Bay
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![Paddleboarder in clear water of Biscayne Bay]()
Biscayne Bay Sunset Paddleboarding
Good for all ages
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![Group of people on a small boat at Stiltsville in Biscayne Bay]()
Biscayne Bay and Stiltsville Small Boat Tour
For kids 3 and up
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![White sands with blue water lapping at shore in Biscayne Bay]()
Self-guided Audio Tour for all 3 Florida National Parks
Good for all ages
Helpful Resources
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![A lighthouse on a small island in Biscayne National Park with palm trees, boats, and a blue sky with clouds.]()
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