What To Expect

Guided tours are conducted every day at 11 am and 1:30 pm, weather permitting. We have a specialty tasting tour daily at 3:00 pm for an additional fee. All daily tours are first come first serve, please arrive 15 minutes before tour times.

We will be happy to book private tour requests for special occasions, schools, clubs, and any special interest group. Please email us for available dates and applicable fees at fruit.spice@miamidade.gov.

Enjoy all Fruit and Spice has to offer! Purchase tickets to an event, festival or class using our new Parklink system. Download or CLICK HERE for the instructional PDF to guide you through how to register and purchase your tickets online.

The park is open in all weather conditions except when there is lightning. Please be advised that tram regular schedule may be delayed 30 minutes if lighting is within 10 miles from the park. If lightning persists in the area tram tour may be cancelled. A visit can include extensive walking, so plan your attire accordingly.

You may bring a small picnic to enjoy at the park or order food to be delivered to the park during your visit. We have picnic tables throughout the park.

Strollers, easels, tripods, monopods and selfie sticks are allowed on the Park grounds. Stroller parking is available at the tram stop. The Garden reserves the right to inspect all bags.

Individual photographers are welcome to take snapshots of the plants in the Garden.

Book your group photography, photo shoots and professional/commercial photography sessions by emailing us.  This includes classes, clubs, fashion shoots and engagement and family portraits. Contact the park office at 305.247.5727. Fees and permitting may apply.

The Garden, its buildings and its tour vehicles are accessible to people with disabilities, with the exception of a few areas where the terrain is naturally uneven. Wheelchairs are available free of charge at the Garden entrance, on a first-come, first-served basis (reservations are not accepted). An ID must be left with Visitor Services.

$10.00 per adult, $3.00 per child 6-11, and children 5 and under are free.

Members Free.

Park hours are 10 AM to 5 PM (no admission after 4 PM/ entrance door closes at 4 pm). Open seven (7) days a week except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Miami-Dade Parks provides quality and diverse cultural and recreational experiences for persons with disabilities.

24801 S.W. 187 Avenue
Homestead, Florida 33031
305.247.5727

E-mail: fruitandspicepark@miamidade.gov

If you have left something behind at the Garden contact 305.247.5727. Items must be claimed within 60 days.