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🌳 Parks & Playgrounds for Kids in Kendall, FL

47 parks, playgrounds, and outdoor play areas rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Kendall

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Pinecrest Gardens botanical garden in Pinecrest, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Harry Maier
4.8(3,386)$$2 mi · Pinecrest

Pinecrest Gardens is a stunning 80-acre tropical oasis that perfectly blends nature education with active play for kids. With its combination of a splash pad for cooling off, a hands-on petting farm, multiple playgrounds, and winding paths through exotic botanical collections featuring flamingos and tropical plants, this garden offers something for every family member throughout the day.

🕑 3-4 hours
Trails & Tails Park dog park in Doral, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Ramsés Mendoza
4.8(1,251)Free10 mi · Doral

Trails & Tails Park offers a unique family outing where kids and dogs can both burn energy in this well-maintained Doral park. With separate fenced areas for small and large dogs, plus scenic walking trails perfect for strollers and bikes, it's an ideal spot for families who want their furry friends to join the adventure while children learn responsible pet interaction and enjoy outdoor time.

🕑 1-2 hours
Salvadore Park Tennis Center tennis court in Coral Gables, FL🛝 Playground
Photo: Marcia Alonso
4.8(859)$5 mi · Coral Gables

Salvadore Park Tennis Center is a beloved Coral Gables neighborhood gem that offers much more than tennis. With an exciting splash pad for cooling off in the Florida heat, playground equipment for various ages, basketball courts, and spacious green areas perfect for picnics and running around, this park delivers a full day of outdoor fun without the theme park price tag.

🕑 2-3 hours
Thalatta Estate park in Palmetto Bay, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Joseph B Scott
4.8(525)$5 mi · Palmetto Bay

Thalatta Estate offers families a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore a stunning Mediterranean-style mansion set on beautiful beachfront grounds. Kids can learn about Old Florida history through guided tours while enjoying the lush gardens, ocean views, and fascinating architecture that feels like visiting a European villa without leaving South Florida.

🕑 1.5-2 hours
Wynwood Walls museum in Miami, FL🎨 Museum
Photo: Sofia Paz Geuse
4.7(48,102)Free11 mi away

Wynwood Walls transforms street art into an outdoor adventure that captivates kids and adults alike with its massive, colorful murals created by world-renowned artists. This free open-air museum in Miami's vibrant Wynwood Arts District offers a visually stunning experience where children can explore incredible art without the 'don't touch' rules of traditional museums, making it perfect for energetic little ones who need space to roam.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours
Tropical Park park in Kendall, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Tropical Park
4.7(13,562)Free

Tropical Park is a sprawling 275-acre oasis in Kendall that offers something for every member of the family. With multiple playgrounds, a scenic lake, extensive walking trails, an equestrian center, and numerous sports facilities, this park is perfect for families who want to spend an entire day outdoors without running out of activities.

🕑 3-5 hours for families wanting to explore multiple areas; plan for a full day if combining playground time, lake visits, and trail walks
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park state park in Key Biscayne, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Eleanor Ackerman
4.7(12,530)$10 mi · Key Biscayne

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is a stunning 400-acre oceanfront paradise at the southern tip of Key Biscayne, featuring a historic lighthouse, pristine beaches, and nature trails. While the venue description mentions playground equipment, this state park is actually renowned for its natural beauty, lighthouse tours, and water activities, making it an ideal destination for families seeking both educational experiences and beach fun.

🕑 4-6 hours for a full beach day, or 2-3 hours if focusing on the lighthouse tour and nature walks
Coral Reef Park park in Palmetto Bay, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Lester Shalloway
4.7(2,268)Free3 mi · Palmetto Bay

Coral Reef Park is a beloved Palmetto Bay destination offering something for every member of the family. With multiple playgrounds catering to different age groups, well-maintained sports facilities, and shaded picnic areas under mature trees, it's the perfect spot for a full morning or afternoon of outdoor fun. The walking trails and open green spaces give kids plenty of room to run while parents enjoy the peaceful South Florida scenery.

🕑 2-4 hours
Morgan Levy Park park in Doral, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Joao Elias
4.7(1,401)Free10 mi · Doral

Morgan Levy Park is a well-maintained neighborhood gem in Doral that offers everything young families need for an active outdoor day. With its generously shaded playgrounds, basketball courts, and covered pavilions, it's designed with Florida's sun in mind, making it comfortable even during warmer months. The walking paths are stroller-friendly and perfect for little ones learning to ride bikes.

🕑 1.5-3 hours
Downtown Doral Park park in Doral, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Zule Chalen
4.7(1,383)Free10 mi · Doral

Downtown Doral Park is a modern urban oasis that combines water play, traditional playground fun, and community events all in one family-friendly destination. The interactive splash pad is the star attraction on hot Florida days, while the well-maintained playground equipment and spacious green areas give kids plenty of room to run and explore.

🕑 2-3 hours
Doral Meadow Park park in Doral, FL🌳 Park
Photo: Vicente Lopez
4.7(953)Free11 mi · Doral

Doral Meadow Park is a spacious community gem that offers something for every member of the family. With well-maintained playground equipment, multiple sports courts, and plenty of open green space, it's the perfect spot for active families looking to spend quality time outdoors without the crowds of larger tourist attractions.

🕑 2-4 hours
Regatta Park park in Coconut Grove, FL🌳 Park
Photo: P Buchwald
4.7(861)Free6 mi · Coconut Grove

Regatta Park is a charming bayfront gem in Coconut Grove that offers families the perfect combination of playground fun and stunning Biscayne Bay views. The open layout makes it easy to supervise kids while they explore age-appropriate equipment, and the waterfront location provides refreshing breezes and beautiful scenery that parents will appreciate just as much as the kids enjoy the play space.

🕑 1-2 hours

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