The Barnacle Historic State Park
7.2Friend Score / 10#18 of 20 Attractions in Miami
Coconut Grove3485 Main Hwy, Miami
Known forhistoric houseBiscayne BayCoconut Grovestate park
The Barnacle Historic State Park is a small historic site on Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, preserving the oldest house in Miami-Dade County — the home of pioneer sailor Ralph Middleton Munroe — along with a rare stretch of natural shoreline. Take the guided house tour (reviewers single out guide Albert and Munroe's engineering and photography legacy) and linger at the waterfront benches for bay views or a picnic. Plan for about 1.5 to 2 hours. Street parking nearby is generally manageable on weekends, though the surrounding Coconut Grove area can draw heavy foot traffic during local events like the annual Art Show.
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| Last verified | July 20, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.2/10- Value9.0
- excellence8.0
- local_love7.5
- Authenticity9.0
- fame_sustained7.0
- distinctiveness9.0
Nearby in Ask Miami
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