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Spend a Night on the Trail & More. ESCAPE the traffic and noise of the city and EXPLORE the agri-tourism south -Dade offers. Come ENJOY Miami-Dade’s countryside. 1 Value Place Lodging Homestead’s Popular Extended Stay Lodging 2750 NE 8th St., Homestead 33033 305 245 5000 • 1 877 497 5223 • TPKE Exit 2 • TPKE exit 2 Corner of Campbell Dr. (SW 312 St.) & Kingman Rd (152nd Ave.) Because our studios are very comfortable, secure and affordable, Value Place encourages you and your visiting family members to extend your stay a week or more with us and visit every site in this brochure, while enjoying Nestled between the unique treasures of the natural wonders of South . Youʼll appreciate how we value our National Park and Biscayne guests, and how our community treasures your visit! National Park lies an area rich in history, beauty, tropical climate and tempting food. 2 Shiver’s Bar-B-Q 28001 S. Dixie Hwy Discover acres of incredible tropical fruits and Homestead, Fl 33033 vegetables, stunning orchids and beautiful (305) 248-9475 • www.shiversbbq.com One of South Floridaʼs best kept secrets. bonsai trees.Taste exotic fruit wines, luscious Serving authentic hickory smoked BBQ for over 60 years! Family owned homemade milkshakes, fabulous Italian and and operated, Shiverʼs offers smoked pulled pork, beef brisket, baby back ribs, beef ribs, and more. Come enjoy some great BBQ and local cuisine. Encounter wild alligators and Southern hospitality at Shiverʼs Bar-B-Q! uncaged monkeys, explore a love story in stone, shop and dine in a lush tropical garden with 3 The Little Farm fountains and sculptures, and catch an exciting Gentle farm animals for enjoyment and education ride into the Florida Everglades. 305-258-3186 • www.TheLittleFarm.us • In south Miami-Dade Visit the Farm and Butterfly Garden or have the Farm visit you. Family Fun Days at The Little Farm – Open to the public two weekends most months from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Pony Rides, Petting Farm, Tour the Butterfly Garden and Farm. No reservations required. Call for admission fees and Family Fun calendar.

4 Best Western 411 S. krome Ave. Florida City, FL 33034 305-246-5100 •Complimentary Hot Breakfast • Free Wi-Fi Tropical Everglades Visitor Association • All Rooms Have 32” Flat Screen TVs & Upgraded Bed Linen Sheets/Duvents • High Speed Internet in All Rooms 160 S.E. 1st Avenue • All Rooms have microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker Florida City, FL 33034 5 Everglades www.tropicaleverglades.com National Park App: Visitor Guide 40001 State Road 9336 Homestead, Florida 33034-6733 For more information, call 305-242-7700 • www.nps.gov/ever A world heritage site encompassing 1,508,570 305-245-9180 acres. Walking trails, Canoe trails, Fishing, Bird watching, Camping and so much more. www.RedlandTrail.com The Everglades is open 24 hours a day year around. Visit 22 miles to 6 14775 SW 232 St., Miami, FL 33170 Spend a RedlandTrail.com Miami 22400 Old , Goulds, FL 33170 for more information Open Monday - Saturday: 9 am - 4:30 pm Night on the Trail & More. Open Tues-Sat: 10 am - 5 pm, Sundays: noon - 5 pm and online photos 305-258-0865 • www.miamitropicalbonsai.com 305-258-3543 • www.cauleysquare.com The finest line of elegant bonsai trees from around the world that ESCAPE the traffic and noise of the city and Built in 1903, Cauley Square Historic Village was the last pioneer have been carefully selected and styled by professional bonsai EXPLORE the agri-tourism south Miami-Dade offers. railroad village in the U.S. Twenty-five cottage antique & collectible shops, art artists. Offering a wide variety of finished and pre-bonsai trees, Come ENJOY Miami-Dade’s countryside. & artifact galleries and two gourmet restaurants are nestled in lush tropical, we provide you with the proper plant care information and fountained gardens with sculptures. 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Open daily, Monday – Sunday : 9 am – 5:30 pm This local favorite has been family owned since 1958 and 305-247-2628 • www.everglades.com offers the finest classic Italian dishes, pizza, and pastas as well as Home to over 2,000 aligators, wildlife and the best airbot rides in South delicious local seafood, steaks, pork, and veal. Our chefs use only 9 Florida. Informative animal shows daily. A visit to the alligator farm the freshest local ingredients and prepare daily specials. The 305-230-7275 • 9700 S.W. 328 Street includes an exciting airbout tour into the Everglades. Capri features an extensive wine list, banquet facilities and full Homestead, FL 33033 • www.NPS.gov/bisc 4 Biscayne offers crystal clear water, remote islands service catering. You can also visit us on Facebook! adventures and vibrant coral reefs. Open year 7 round. The Dante Fascell Visitor Center is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 7 days a week. Enjoy , Diving the new historic ship trail, island tours and limited camping on the islands.

30205 SW 217 Ave., Homestead, FL 33030 104 N. Krome Avenue Homestead, FL. 33030 Check website for seasonal hours 18 miles 305-224-4400 • www.cityofhomestead.com/downtown 305-242-1224 • www.schneblywinery.com Experience the Past. Explore the Future. Welcome to Downtown Southernmost Winery & Brewery in the U.S Wine crafted from tropical 2.1 Mile to 5 to Florida Homestead, weʼre happy youʼre here! Known for our historic roots unique to fruits, tastings are available seven days a week. Visit us on the weekends Everglades South Florida, weʼre growing into a vibrant community where small town charm for live entertainment and tours of the winery every hour. Enjoy our wines National Park Keys meets modern amenities. Whether youʼre looking for entertainment or history, & beers near our 120 foot long, 18 foot high tropical waterfalls thereʼs something here for everyone. Learn more at www.discoverdowntown- homestead.com.