cape florida lighthouse

yaminip2015

This place looks great and is great for photo op. However, I do not know if I went at a bad time, but there were mosquitoes all over the place. Could not even stand there for more than 10 minutes.

NJMomMD

We walked from Ritz Key Biscayne on the beach. We walked thru the State Park. It took about 30-45 mins at a leisurely pace. Got there in time for the sunset. So Beautiful. Great for photo op. Bring some cash so you can get water or tropical drinks or snacks at the Lighthouse Cafe there. There is also a little shack that rents out bikes and those 3-6 person pedal carriages. They closed when we discovered them. I will try them next time.You can drive here too. The seemed to be ample parking in the parking lot.

LailaD461

walk up to the top and get a tour worth the climb!!!!!!!!!!!!the park is beautiful and beach is great take food the restaurant is expensive and food is not bad , but not worth it

Anonymous855

A pleasant thing to do beside walk the oceanfront. We drove down there to see this specifically and do something less touristy apart from Miami.

jons975

simply amazing history surrounding this light house. pretty great view from the top as well. highly recommend making the effort to visit - will not disappoint

paullinem

One of the best places to go when visiting south Florida. This park is very close to Miami and even so it still seems like a hidden place. Park your car and take the trails in the nature. Walk along the shore of the beach near the lighthouse and check for days and time to go up there. The view is breathtaking! Totally worth it. I recommend a picnic since there aren't many places to eat. Watch out for raccoons, though.

Bunmaster2014

This lighthouse has an interesting history. It was constructed in 1825. During the Second Seminole War, which started in 1835, it was attacked by the Indians. One of the two lighthouse keepers was mortally wounded in the firefight with the Seminoles. The other keeper was wounded but survived. As a result of this skirmish, the lighthouse caught fire and was badly damaged. It was renovated. Years later it was further renovated. Unfortunately for me, the lighthouse was closed when I showed up. Apparently it's only open on certain days of the week and at certain times. Oh well, it was a good photo op.

535jayl

This is truly a treasure not to be missed if you are either visiting or a local. This place is great especially once on top, the view is amazing.

Watchman4U

Not what I expected was closed when we got in ( after 1 PM ) got some nice pictures and great historic information.

hahaharriette

I really liked the paths to the lighthouse with all the very tall palm trees! The old house next to the lighthouse looks really cosy. Unfortunately the lighthouse itself was closed and we were also unable to look at it from the front, as a pregnant lady in a bikini was busy with being photographed over there. Same situation for the renovation stand at the entrance/exit, which was used by people for marriage pictures. However marrying and having a baby are once in a lifetime happenings. Although 13hrs flights to Miami might be considered the same, but nevermind ;)

Cocolo47

The setting, right next to a beautiful beach and a romantic light house, is quite superior to the rather average and somewhat mediocre food...

JH72

Great view of Biscayne from the top of the light house. Not good to climb if you are unfit or do not like confined spaces. Also at the top it is very open so don't take any children that are hyper active as they can easily climb over the side and there are no safety nets. OK Health and Safety out of the way....this is a historic place to visit and there are some good photo opportunities on the way up through the large quaint windows. At the top you have a 360 degree view and can see Miami South Beach in the distance. This is a must for people who love lighthouses, high places and the wind in your hair.

OlichkaWhite

The lighthouse scenery is beautiful but you can barely climb it, only on certain times. Admission to park charges $8 and basically it is just for entering the park. You can walk to the park from beach side and get in there for free!

NYUGirl777

The lighthouse is only open for tours 10-11am and 1-2 pm every day but is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We were sad to only be able to see the outside, but it was impressive!

cameronh669

Nice walk to get there and you pay admission into the surrounding park. You can only go into the light house around 10 AM or around 1PM (PLEASE NOTE Im not quite sure abaout the timing). The little light house house is open in the park times. You can either walk or drive to it.