Roll down the windows, silence your notifications, and cue the soundtrack on your momentous escape to The Redlands, a stretch of rustic charm and agricultural backbone in the outback of Miami.
Add fruit-picking, wine-tasting, and daydreaming to your weekend plans as you explore the rugged beauty of The Redlands, an unincorporated community and a patchwork of farmland and history in rural southern Miami.
A peaceful slice with a vast agricultural area filled with farms and nurseries, The Redlands provide a change of pace from the urban sprawl surrounding its perimeter.
Here, the air smells like citrus and barbecue smoke, and the only traffic jam you'll hit might involve a tractor or a wandering peacock — but each minute you spend will be far from uneventful!
So, prepare to trade your beach days and party nights for coral castles, tropical wineries, zoo escapades, and dilly-dallying under the sun!
We're teaching you how to slow things down, soak it all in, and make the most of your adventure in and around The Redlands!
Here are the top five things you can do while you're here:
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Ready to get your hands dirty in the best possible way?
Dining in The Redlands is a down-to-earth, flavor-filled experience of farm-fresh bites and mind-blowing flavors, but it's not one you'd usually see from Miami-Dade communities.
Instead of white tablecloths and prix fixe menus, you'll find roadside taco joints, u-pick farms, and cozy spots serving guava pastries that taste like home.
Yes, foodies, The Redlands spotlights a culinary scene that leans more rustic and authentic, with bold Latin flavors, smoky Southern BBQ, and tropical fruit milkshakes as your rite of passage.
No, it's not fancy, but it's downright soul-satisfying!
Here, everything feels personal, like someone's abuela is in the kitchen cooking your meal (because she probably is).
Whether you're biting into a tamale wrapped in tradition or sipping fresh-squeezed citrus under a mango tree, you're eating with the seasons and from the source — and trust us, you wouldn't want to have it any other way again!
Indeed, The Redlands doesn't just serve food — it serves stories, history, and heart on a plate.
Oh, and your Instagram, if you don't mind a papaya photobomb.
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If your idea of shopping is a luxury mall with 400 stores and an escalator every five feet, you're in the wrong zip code!
In The Redlands, shopping is all about small farms, roadside markets, and mom-and-pop shops that sell everything from hand-spun honey to blooming orchids.
Here, places like RF Orchids tempt garden lovers with jaw-dropping blooms, and Robert Is Here combines produce shopping with a full-blown tropical fruit experience.
But don't worry; if you're after a proper retail therapy, you're not out of luck.
Just a short drive south, Florida Keys Outlet Marketplace offers brand-name steals in an outdoor mall setting.
Nearby, Homestead Pavilion gives you big-box staples and everyday essentials all in one convenient stop.
And at Redland Market Village, the closest of them all, you get a little bit of everything: clothing, antiques, cultural finds, and fresh food, with a side of personality (and sometimes a wandering chicken).
You're looking at an experience that's part treasure hunt, part community connection, and always a little unexpected.
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If The Redlands had a mantra, we're sure it would be "breathe in, slow down, and stay a while."
This is Miami's countryside, where spa days give way to open skies and the occasional peacock sighting — if you want to relax, the outdoors is where you get it.
Start your R&R at Fruit & Spice Park, a 37-acre county park that doubles as a living museum of tropical agriculture.
Housed in a 1906 Redland schoolhouse, the Fruit & Spice Park features 500+ varieties of exotic fruits, spices, herbs, and nuts from around the world in a lush orchard setting, where you can take a guided tram tour to learn about plants, a tasting tour to sample what's in season, and join annual events like the Redland Summer Fruit Festival every June and the Redland International Orchid Festival in May.
It also offers picnic areas and walking trails, making the Fruit & Spice Park a must-visit for tourists looking to experience The Redlands' botanical bounty.
Meanwhile, Castellow Hammock Park is a 112-acre park and preserve with serene nature trails and a butterfly garden where you can join a self-guided nature trail across a mature tropical hardwood forest.
Or, you can hit two birds with one stone at the Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park!
Perfect for a picnic, a lake stroll, or a casual bike ride through wide green spaces, Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park is a first-class camping area adjacent to the world-famous Zoo Miami with 270 acres of natural South Florida woodland, bike trails, hiking paths, and a freshwater lake for swimming and kayaking, including a beach and waterslide!
After soaking in the serenity, you can indulge in nature's version of an all-inclusive resort (minus the room service), and if you're not totally "zen out" yet, mosey next door to Zoo Miami and hang with some flamingos, rhinos, and monkeys who have no chill.
Rest first, roar later!
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Experience Mother Nature at its finest in The Redlands, an underrated South Florida adventure on the outskirts of Miami.
Promising zero crowds and way more fruit trees than you can handle, this rural slice boasts a location tucked between Homestead and the Everglades and doubles as your launchpad to some of the region's best-kept secrets.
One minute, you're meandering past mango groves, and the next, you're stumbling on a Coral Castle built by a guy with heartbreak and a chisel (yep, everything we said is real).
Nature lovers can head west to the Everglades for airboat rides and gator sightings or east toward Biscayne National Park for kayaking and snorkeling among mangroves and manatees.
Want to keep it local? Cruise through historic Old Homestead, explore quirky roadside attractions, or hop between nurseries for that dreamy botanical theme.
And if you're up for a day trip, Key Largo is just a scenic drive away.
Whether it's wildlife, weird history, or wide-open spaces, The Redlands turns "Let's see what's down this road" into your whole weekend plan.
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Why bother going on an adventure if you're not planning on getting dirt on your shoes, wind in your hair, and a wine slushie in your hand after a day's worth of play?
That's exactly the kind of energy The Redlands brings to the table, and we're all for it!
Kick off your day at The Berry Farm, where hayrides, sunflower fields, and seasonal festivals make it impossible not to smile—or at least snap ten photos.
Then, channel your inner explorer at Everglades Outpost and let rescued wildlife bring the drama (in a good way), or take things up a notch at Zoo Miami, just a short hop away, for an unforgettable animal encounter.
When it's time to swap wild roars for wine pours, Schnebly Redland's Winery & Brewery is the go-to for tropical fruit wine, local brews, and tiki hut vibes.
The evening doesn't demand sequins or heels—just good company, a cozy outdoor setting, and maybe a guitar strumming in the background.
Climb haystacks or clink glasses — whatever your mood, The Redlands proves that fun doesn't need flashing lights—just a little space to roam.
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