Located in the center of Coconut Grove, the Barnacle has a historic home onsite, as well as sailboats and a great view of Biscayne Bay. There is plenty of greenspace available here to enjoy a coffee or a picnic. Admission is $2 per person (cash only). The park is open every day from 9-5 and closed on Thursdays.

Recently renovated, CocoWalk is at the center of the Grove and has great dining options including pizza, sushi, vegan food, and ice cream. CocoWalk also has a movie theater, a barbershop, and several other specialty stores.

Kennedy Park is open to the public and located just north of the hotel and venue. It is the perfect spot to bring your coffee or a picnic. The park also has a rubberized path that makes it a great spot for jogging. Views of the bay can be enjoyed here as well. On hot days a frozen lemonade at the A.C.'s Icees Truck is a must (cash only).

Although it's about a 20 minute drive from the hotel, Fairchild is worth it because of it's winding paths, butterfly garden, and impressive variety of tropical plants. Tickets can be purchased online or at the garden. Adults are $24.95+tax/per person. The Garden has a nice cafe with plenty of food and beverage options.

The PAMM is easily reachable by train or car. The galleries display artists from all over the world. The building itself is a work of art and has some of the best views of downtown Miami and the bay. Tickets are reasonably priced and they offer various discounts. The museum also has a great cafe for lunch.

Vizcaya is a 10 ACRE GARDEN and historic estate WITH WATERFRONT VIEWS and UNIQUE HISTORIC INTERIORS FILLED WITH ARTIFACTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. The gardens are within easy walking distance from the Metro-Rail and also has parking for private vehicles.

Virginia Key is our favorite beach near Coconut Grove and is a nice departure from some of the busier beaches in the area. Admission is $8 a car (cash only) or can be easily accessed using your favorite ride share service. Wildlife including iguanas, birds, manatees, and rays are common sights here. Bring your own towel, drinks, sunblock, and bug spray. Nearby Crandon and Bill Baggs are also great options.