Flamingo Park
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1–3 hours
Best Ages
All ages
About
Flamingo Park is Miami Beach's crown jewel of public green space — a sprawling 36-acre park that serves every age and interest in the family. Unlike single-purpose playgrounds, Flamingo Park is a true destination in its own right, offering a full-featured playground, public aquatic center with pool, basketball courts, baseball fields, tennis courts, and expansive grassy areas.
For families with multiple ages, this is a rare find: toddlers can enjoy the dedicated young-child play area while older kids play basketball or explore the larger climbing structures. Teens can get involved in sports programs or simply enjoy the open space. The public pool is a bonus during Miami's long warm season, offering family swim hours at minimal cost.
Parents will appreciate the park's amenities: clean restrooms, changing facilities near the pool, shaded pavilion areas, and multiple park benches with sightlines across the main play areas. The park is fully stroller-friendly with paved paths connecting all facilities.
Flamingo Park sits in the heart of Miami Beach, just five minutes' walk from the Lincoln Road pedestrian mall — making it easy to pair with lunch or shopping. The neighborhood is vibrant and family-friendly, with the park serving as the social hub of the surrounding residential area. Check the Miami Beach Parks website for current programming, pool hours, and any special events happening during your visit.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
true
Kid Meals
nearby
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings before 10am for the playground; evenings for sports fields; avoid peak weekend afternoons
Wait Times
No wait — open public park
Nearby Food
Lincoln Road pedestrian mall is a 5-minute walk with diverse dining options from casual to upscale. Publix grocery nearby for picnic supplies.
Why Kids Love It
Flamingo Park is Miami Beach's largest park — a true neighborhood hub with a full playground, splash pad, sports fields, and a public pool. Kids love the variety: there's enough here to keep different ages occupied simultaneously, from toddlers on the playground to tweens shooting hoops. The expansive grassy areas are perfect for open-field games and impromptu adventures.
Pro Tips from Parents
- The park has a public pool — check Miami Beach Parks schedule for family swim hours.
- Flamingo Park hosts local events and sports leagues — check the Miami Beach Parks calendar before visiting.
- The playground has a dedicated toddler area separate from the larger equipment.
- Restrooms and changing facilities are available near the aquatic center.
- A shaded pavilion area is great for lunch breaks.
What to Bring
- Swimwear if using the pool
- Sunscreen
- Water bottles
- Sports equipment (balls, frisbee)
- Snacks/lunch
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 — fully free public park.
Bring food or grab from nearby Lincoln Road.
Tips to Save
- ["The park is free — bring a packed lunch to avoid spending at nearby restaurants."
- ,"Walk to Lincoln Road (5 minutes) for affordable food hall options after the park."
- ,"Free parking available within the park and on surrounding streets."
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 8AM-8:30PM
- Monday
- 8AM-8:30PM
- Sunday
- 8AM-8:30PM
- Tuesday
- 8AM-8:30PM
- Saturday
- 8AM-8:30PM
- Thursday
- 8AM-8:30PM
- Wednesday
- 8AM-8:30PM