Consider Coral Gables, The City Beautiful, as your tourist destination. The City offers 22 parks, 33 public tennis courts, two public golf courses, and other recreation amenities such as the largest tropical botanical garden in the continental United States, a spring-fed grotto swimming pool made of native coral rock with underwater caves, bike paths, walking trails, and much more.

Many buildings and districts of Coral Gables are meticulously preserved as historic landmarks, offering a glimpse at Merrick's grand vision. The Coral Gables City Hall and Douglas Road Entrance are two vestiges of Coral Gables' interesting history, reflecting the Mediterranean style that dominates the city.

The area has a wealth of culinary cuisine, jazz cafes, and scenic walks perfect for after-dinner strolls.

The Village of Merrick Park is a Mediterranean-style village featuring a fashionable collection of 115 luxury boutiques and restaurants set amid a delightful tropical garden. Fairchild Tropical Garden includes 83-acres of tropical plants from around the world, conservatory, museum, rainforest, garden shop, cafe and narrated tram tours.

Coral Gables is a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoyable entertainment right outside the city limits of Miami.