Best Romantic Spots In South Florida
South Pointe Park
1 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
web.miamibeachfl.gov/parksandrecreation
After dinner or when you just need a break in the sunshine with a relaxing walk, South Point Park is the best choice for some spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Not only that, but you can catch a great view of ships as the head out of Miami's harbor for a cruise. The 17.5-acre public park has undergone a $22.4 million facelift that included new pavers, serpentine walkways. Couples can admire the new water features or just sit and watch the sunset.
Oleta River State Park
3400 NE 163rd St.
Miami, FL 33160
(305) 919-1846
www.floridastateparks.org
Bring your binoculars and observe the wildlife at the award-winning state park that also offers 15 miles of mountain-bike trails for all levels. But if you're looking for a more intimate setting, the park also offers rustic log cabins for campers and the cabins offer no televisions or phones for the "guest's relaxation."
Miami Science Museum
3280 S Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 646-4200
www.miamisci.org
For a long gaze of the starry night reserve the first Friday of every month and head over to the museum. That's when officials open the rooftop observatory and a guide explains the celestial show from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. The museum also offers a laser light show on the first Friday of every month and and prices range from $8 for adults and $4 children.
Las Olas Riverfront
300 SW 1st Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
(954) 522-6556
www.riverfrontfl.com
If you can't make it to South Beach, you can always hit up the Las Olas Riverfront. It's a mix of boutiques, shops, restaurants, and is a great place to take a stroll to really get to know your date. You can hit up the river cruise or head to one of the restaurants and nightclubs.
Red Fish Grill
9610 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, FL
(305) 668-8788
www.redfishgrill.net
Located in the posh Coral Gables, it's not just the food and drinks that make the Red Fish Grill so romantic. You can enjoy a great dinner under the stars and enjoy the atmosphere that truly makes the Red Fish Grill one of the most romantic locales in South Florida. Bring your checkbook for the dinner, but you'll get to enjoy the Chilean Sea Bass or a fall-off-the-fork filet mignon.