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Knaus Berry Farm
★4.6(3,926 reviews)$Farm
🕑 1-2 hours👶 Best for ages 2-12. Toddlers and preschoolers love the simple joy of picking strawberries from low plants, while school-age kids enjoy the independence of filling their own baskets and helping select treats from the bakery counter.🧡 Saved by 100+ families
About
Knaus Berry Farm is a beloved South Florida institution where families can pick their own strawberries during winter harvest season and indulge in legendary cinnamon rolls that are worth the wait. Kids get hands-on farm experience in the strawberry fields while parents stock up on fresh-baked goods, smooth strawberry milkshakes, and homemade preserves at this charming seasonal destination.
Highlights
- ✓World-famous cinnamon rolls baked fresh daily
- ✓U-pick strawberry fields where kids can harvest their own berries
- ✓Thick, creamy strawberry milkshakes made with fresh berries
- ✓Farm-fresh produce and homemade jams and jellies
- ✓Authentic working farm atmosphere with a nostalgic, old-Florida feel
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive early (right at 8:00 AM opening) to avoid long lines for cinnamon rolls, which often sell out by mid-morning on weekends
- 2.Bring cash as it's preferred, wear closed-toe shoes for the strawberry fields, and dress kids in clothes that can get dirty
- 3.The strawberry milkshakes are enormous,one shake can easily be shared between two young kids
- 4.Park in the overflow lot if the main lot is full; it's just a short walk and you'll skip the parking chaos
- 5.Buy a cinnamon roll first, then take kids to pick strawberries while you wait in the shorter line for other items
Best Time to Visit
Visit on weekday mornings (Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00-10:00 AM) during January through early April for the best strawberry picking and shortest lines. Weekends get extremely crowded with waits exceeding an hour for cinnamon rolls.
What to Know
This is a cash-friendly operation with very budget-friendly prices (strawberries are sold by the pound, cinnamon rolls under $10). There's minimal seating, so plan for a take-and-go experience or bring a blanket for an impromptu picnic.
Seasonal Notes
Only open seasonally from approximately November through mid-April (closed Mondays). Call ahead or check their status as they close for the summer months. Strawberry picking is best from January through March when berries are at peak ripeness.
Nearby Eats
Head to Robert Is Here (fruit stand with milkshakes and animals, 10 minutes south) or Gator Grill (casual American fare, 8 minutes away) if you want a full meal after your farm visit.
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