Traveling to the Ever After Farms Tropical Grove in Homestead Florida for a wedding? Discover the closest airports, where to stay, where to eat, fun things to do, and much more, in this helpful travel guide.
Welcome to Miami
Lodging
Hotels
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Miami Homestead
A friendly staff and clean accommodations only 7 miles from our Tropical venue!
Address: 60 SW 13th Ct, Homestead, FL 33030
Phone: 786-758-4770
Hampton Inn & Suites Miami-South/Homestead
A friendly staff and clean accommodations only 8 miles from our Tropical Venue!
Address: 2855 NE 9th St, Homestead, FL 33033
Phone: 305-257-7000
In the heart of Downtown Homestead and located 10 miles from our Tropical Venue.
Address: 1 NE 1st Ave, Homestead, FL 33030
Phone: 305-246-1904
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami
If you’re looking for a more luxurious stay, you might need to look further the Ritz is wonderful and located 30 miles from our Tropical Venue.
Address: 455 Grand Bay Dr, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Phone: 305-365-4500
AirBNBs
We have compiled a list of home rentals in the area that are great lodging options for your guests. These, in addition to the hotel recommendations on our Preferred Vendors List give you additional choices in the surrounding area.
- Schebly Winery in Homestead
- Tropical Oasis Retreat- Miami FL
- Cozy Farmhouse- in Homestead
- Modern Farm House on a 12 acre Dragon Fruit Farm– Homestead
- Private Paradise between Miami & the Keys
- One Story Luxury Villa with Hot Tub- Homestead
- Cozy Modern & Luxury Pool House w/ Spa & Mini Golf-Naranja
Nearest Airports
Miami International Airport
Located 50 minutes from the Tropical, MIA is a large international airport, offering loads of filghts from many different airlines, the main ones being Aeromexico, Emirates, Southwest, and Delta.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Located an hour and 15 minutes from the Tropical, FLL is a huge international airport, offering many filghts from Spirit, Silver Airways, United, American, and more.
Rehearsal Dinner Spots
Byblos Miami
Unique yet delicious eastern-mediterranean themed cuisine, with multiple options for your lovely rehearsal dinner.
COTE Miami
An upscale Michelin-star Korean steakhouse, a higher -priced but luxurious and interactive option to make your rehearsal dinner the best.
Dolce Italian
Within The Gale Hotel, this special gem with handmade italian and other cuisine(s) can be found, where you can also book a private dining area.
Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen
Full of fresh Jamacian cuisine and a twist on alcoholic beverages with a prime location, with a special menu dedicated just for private events (rehearsal dinners).
Area 31
On the patio of Miami’s Kimption EPIC Hotel, with beautiful views of the city, along with scrumptious steakhouse and seafood cuisine, here is a wonderful location for your rehearsal dinner.
More Great Food Options
Whether you are searching for the perfect place to order coffee from for your big day, or the ultimate Reception Dinner experience, Miami has an amazing array of options for international cuisine. We have compiled a list of just some of the few delicious local restaurants in the area below.
Robert is Here Fruit Stand
The most famous fruit stand in South Florida, Robert is Here began in 1959 and the original Robert is still the one you’ll see helping people experience the most incredible tropical fruits. Plus, their homemade smoothies, using the freshest fruits, are unlike you have ever tasted before. No trip to our Tropical Grove is complete without stopping at Robert is Here and enjoying the greatest fruit on earth.
Schnebly Winery
Schnebly Winery, the Southernmost Winery in the United States, offers a unique selection of exotic tropical fruit wines in a paradise setting featuring gorgeous waterfalls surrounded by tiki huts. Enjoy wine tastings, farm to table food, live music and much more!
Chefs On the Run
Chefs on the Run is a Hispanic family-owned business located in the heart of Downtown Homestead. Since 2011 Chef Jodrick I. Ujaque has been cooking the best food not only in South Dade but in South Florida as well, their cuisine has been recognized as creative, bold, innovative, eclectic, modern take on Puerto Rican food.
Casita Tejas Mexican Restaurant
Serving a great variety of authentic Mexican food. They proudly make everything from scratch in their kitchens using fresh ingredients and a whole lotta love.
White Lion Cafe
White Lion Cafe is a unique and family-owned and operated business that has been serving people in Homestead, Florida since 1989. After falling in love with pubs in England, we wanted to have a tea room. At first, we opened an antique shop, but it evolved into the nicest restaurant in town.
Flama Brazilian Steakhouse
Opening in 2021, Flama Steakhouse is a new Brazilian steakhouse located in the Homestead area. Serving, traditional Brazilian flavors.
Fun Things to Do
Elliott Key is the largest island in the park. It was once a thriving community of pioneers engaged in pineapple farming, sponging, wrecking and other pursuits. Today the island offers camping, picnicking, wildlife watching and a hiking trail. Trips are best during the winter months when temperatures are mild and bugs are easier to deal with.
Beaches, Beaches, and more Beaches
Miami-Dade is famous for its stunning coastline along the Atlantic Ocean, with miles of sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and scenic views. Iconic areas like South Beach are world-renowned for their beauty and vibrant atmosphere. Miami is a beach lover’s paradise with boating, snorkeling, surfing, and more available You can learn more about the different beaches nearby by reading this local article.
Everglades Alligator Farm
South Florida’s oldest alligator farm, the Everglades Alligator Farm, is located near the entrance of Everglades National Park and contains more than 2,000 alligators.
A trip to the Everglades Alligator Farm includes an exciting airboat tour, an alligator show, and an alligator feeding demonstration! If you are headed to Key Largo or Key West, this is an attraction you absolutely won’t want to miss.
Coral Castle
Coral Castle is known for its mystery and beauty. The history of the castle, formerly known as “Rock Gate,” is that it was built by Edward Leedskalnin alone. People are often amazed that Ed, a man with a basic education and in diminished health from a severe case of tuberculosis, could complete such a project without any help or modern machinery. Ed, a Latvian immigrant recently jilted at the altar, had two very important tools for success: determination and grit.
Traveling to Ever After Farms Tropical Grove
We hope this helps you and your guests get the most out of the area surrounding our Tropical location. Another helpful resource is the Greater Miami & Miami Beach website. Also, if you have any special requests or creative ideas for the people traveling to your big event, feel free to reach out to our wedding team!