The Barnacle Historic State Park (Miami)

The Barnacle Historic State Park in Miami: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Pedestrian and bicycle admission: $2 per person.

Address3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133

HoursPark grounds open Thursday through Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Christmas Day, New Year's Day and every Tuesday and Wednesday. Historic house interior is by guided tour only — tours Thursday through Monday at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., maximum 10 visitors per tour (Florida State Parks Hours & Fees page for this park).

PricesPedestrian and bicycle admission: $2 per person

Price notesAges 5 and under free for day use. No motor vehicle entry. Historic House Tour is an additional fee: $3 ages 13 and up; $1 ages 6 to 12; ages 5 and under free — so a house-tour adult pays $5 total. Prices are subject to change during special events (official page). No Museums for All or other discount program named on this park's official pages.

Age notesOfficial Florida State Parks tiers: day-use admission ages 5 and under free; Historic House Tour $1 ages 6 to 12, $3 ages 13 and up, ages 5 and under free. No minimum age for the grounds or the tours.

BookingGrounds admission and individual house tours are walk-up (tour tickets sold in the Carriage House Ranger Office, max 10 per tour); group tour reservations and accessibility information are by phone, 305-442-6866.

Suggested timeAbout 1.5 hours

AccessibilityOfficial Florida State Parks Experiences & Amenities page for this park: 'The park's out-and-back trail and restrooms are wheelchair accessible' (typical grade 2.5%). House-interior accessibility is not stated — call 305-442-6866 for accessibility information for people with disabilities.

ParkingNo motor vehicle entry into the park (official fee page) — the park is pedestrian/bicycle entry only; off-site/street parking arrangements were not stated on the official pages retrieved, so paid parking is Not confirmed.

Verified perk: Florida State Parks Annual Pass — $60 individual / $120 familyFlorida State Parks official pass page: Individual $60 (single named passholder, day-use entry; extra guests $2/person at most parks); Family $120 (up to 8 people entering as a group in one vehicle, up to 2 named passholders). Valid 1 year from month of purchase for day-use entrance in lieu of the daily fee; does not cover tours, museums, rentals or camping fees.

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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.

The Barnacle Historic State Park — Miami, Florida

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