Key Biscayne

Key Biscayne refers to both a tropical island just southeast of Miami and a village on that island. The Village of Key Biscayne, incorporated on June 18, 1991, is in the center of the four-mile-long, two-mile-wide barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. The wonderful tropical island is very quiet and mostly residential. Key Biscayne Island, which is south of South Beach, is the first island of the Florida Keys. Beaches are spectacular, the landscaping is lush and waterfront activities are plenty. Some consider it the best area to feel like you are in the islands while being in Miami.

By car
The island is connected via causeway to the city of Miami on the mainland, approximately 7 miles away. The road to Key Biscayne is the Rickenbacker Causeway, which comes from the northwest and becomes Crandon Blvd upon entering the town.

By bus
There is a bus route along the Rickenbacker Causeway.

Do
Key Biscayne has long, winding roads that are great for biking and rollerblading.

Parks occupy much of the key, providing facilities for golf, tennis, softball, swimming, sunbathing and picnicking.


 * At 9.5 acres in size, the village green contains multi-use open fields, a half-mile jogging course, a tot lot with interactive splash fountain, a community bandstand, restrooms and small shade pavilion.
 * The Lake Park, nearly one acre in size, features a small shade pavilion overlooking the lake.
 * East Enid Linear Park, a 1/2 mile in length, contains a ten-foot wide, bricked walkway leading to Ocean Park. The Ocean Park features native landscaping, a palm plaza, a large shade pavilion, and restrooms with shower facilities.
 * Calusa Park, a 7.5-acre area at the south end of Crandon Park, abuts the village and features four public tennis courts and a multi-purpose recreation building. The playing fields and basketball courts at St. Agnes Academy are used by the Village under a shared-use agreement.

Buy
The village of Key Biscayne is full of Miami shopping, Miami restaurants and lodging, all in a lush, lazy setting that is a nice escape from the crowds and buzz of nearby Miami Beach.

Go next
Back across the causeway:


 * Miami
 * Coral Gables