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Tours to the northern section of Biscayne National Park depart from this Coconut Grove marina.
Located at 3400 Pan American Drive in Miami, Dinner Key Marina serves as the launch point for Biscayne National Park Institute tours. Driving here takes 15 to 30 minutes from Downtown Miami. Parking costs about $1.50 to $3.00 per hour.
Arriving early gives you time to park and find your dock. You can also take the Metrorail to the Coconut Grove Station and use a shuttle to skip the parking process.
15-30 minutes before departureDeparture dock
Pier 9 is the check-in location and departure dock for the Biscayne National Park Institute tours. Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. Traffic in Coconut Grove gets heavy, so plan extra time for the drive. Check your confirmation carefully to make sure your tour leaves from Dinner Key and not the Homestead visitor center.
10 minutesHistoric building
This Art Deco building sits right next to the marina. It originally served as the terminal for Pan American Airways' flying clippers. You only need a few minutes to view the historic aviation architecture. Snap a quick photo before heading over to the dock.
1-2 hoursNeighborhood sights
The tree-lined neighborhood surrounding the marina offers cafes, boutiques, and waterfront parks. Food options at the marina are limited. Plan to grab lunch or dinner in the Grove after your boat tour. You can easily spend a couple of hours walking around the area.
