Exploring Coconut Grove

What is Coconut Grove?

Coconut Grove is the oldest inhabited neighborhood and one of the most scenic bohemian districts of Miami. With its upscale and enthusiastic atmosphere and numerous opportunities to have fun on land and on the water, it has become a place everyone has to visit in Florida. (Check out our Florida boating guide for the best experience on the water in Florida!)

Visiting this green historic neighborhood is a great way to escape the concrete vibe of Miami and have a relaxing stroll along the sidewalk restaurants, cute cafes, lush parks, and chic boutiques.

Coconut Grove is one of the brightest gems in Biscayne Bay. Some of the best local destinations to have on your itinerary include the Barnacle Historic State Park, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, as well as the waterfront marinas, and sailing clubs. 

The district is located south of downtown Miami, on the mainland. So it is quite easily accessible on foot, by car, by public transport, and by boat. Any means of transportation will do, although, nothing compares to a boat adventure.

Boating in Coconut Grove

Boating conditions and local activities

If you are looking for the best places for boating in Miami, Coconut Grove has to be on your list! Home of the largest Miami marina and surrounded by the most amazing sailing and watersport spots in Biscayne Bay, the area offers many activities for boating enthusiasts.

Coconut Grove is the ideal location to pick up a boat rental and sail off to the nearby keys or dock your boat to have a relaxing afternoon on land after a day of exploration. Whatever your plan is, if it involves boating, you are at the right place.

On land, you can have a break from sailing. There you will be able to explore the festive and green neighborhood, visit the lush parks in the area, go on a shopping spree, or a food trip. On the water, you can enjoy fishing, go snorkeling or scuba diving, practice watersports or sail to Key Biscayne, Virginia Key, and downtown Miami. 

For those with a competitive spirit, Coconut Grove also hosts many regattas and world-known sailing events such as the Miami Sailing Week, Orange Bowl Regatta, and Columbus Day Regatta. 

Boating locations near Coconut Grove

Once you book a boat in Miami with sail.me and pick it up at Coconut Grove, there are many destinations you will be able to sail to:

• Key Biscayne
• Virginia Key
• Downtown Miami
• Miami Beach 
• Fisher Island

You can also get to the smaller islands scattered around the bay or sail to the nearby coral reefs, shipwrecks, and underwater sights. Some yacht charters would even be able to take you to farther destinations such as the Florida Keys and even the Bahamas.

Docking options in Coconut Grove

Since the area is widely known for boating, it makes sense that the district has numerous ports and marinas to dock your boat or boat rental. Here are some of the most popular docking options available in Coconut Grove:

• Dinner Key Marina
• Grove Isle Marina
• Bayshore Landing
• Grove Harbor Marina

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