Top 5 Instagrammable Places in Westchester
Escape the typical Miami scene of shopping, nightlife, and days on the beach to a "no-frills" suburb with a thriving Hispanic culture— this is Westchester, sprinkling a "different" flavor to your South Florida adventure AND 'gram feeds!
Lying at the crossroads of Miami Dade, on SW 87 Avenue or Galloway Road and SW 40 St or Bird Road, Westchester offers a land area of 4.01 square miles, with Kendall, Tamiami, and West Miami as its nearby communities.
And though it may seem that the neighborhood shies away from the limelight, Westchester is highly coveted for its mellow and peaceful vibe, along with its bountiful dining scene, showcasing a diverse lineup of Hispanic food spots!
But what else is there in Westchester, you ask?
Nature, recreational spots, vintage nooks, unique Instagram destinations, and more--
At Westchester, it's a whole different ball game!
Here are the top five Instagrammable places in Westchester.
9275 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33165
Fancy sprinkling a vintage 'flavor' to your timelines?
How about pairing it with a fun game of bowling?
If your answer is YES to all, I've got just the perfect Westchester spot for you!
Feast your eyes on Bird Bowl Bowling Center, a sixty-lane bowler's dream right on Bird Road!
A revered Westchester landmark and a famous recreation destination, Bird Bowl Bowling Center's vintage bowling alley offers delicious food, pool tables, an expansive video arcade, a VIP karaoke area, a lounge for beers, drinks, and cocktails, and of course, unlimited rounds of bowling!
I'm telling you, a visit to Bird Bowl Bowling Center is a fun blast-in-the-past moment and the PERFECT highlight to your IG feeds!
I mean, just look at those gigantic bowling pins out front!
2) Graziano's Restaurant Bird Rd.
9227 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33165
Hungry for some grilled meaty goodness?
Well, don't just have it at any other spot!
In Westchester, it's always best the Graziano's way!
Tagging themselves "the Home of Damn Fine Argentine," Graziano's Restaurant Bird Rd. is one of Westchester's top-rated food spots, which is no surprise.
At Graziano's, you'll devour the finest flavors of Argentinian cooking, including legendary steaks served in the finest, locally sourced prime cuts and cooked the traditional way— over a wood-fired grill, seasoned and sizzled to perfection!
Of course, there's also Graziano's homey, wood-inspired Instagrammable interiors, packed wine bar, and top-notch service to complete the dining experience, making it an irresistible food spot to visit in Westchester!
Hmmm, aesthetic and #foodporn worthy?
It's a "YES" for me!
7900 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
If you're raring for a leisurely outing or a day of recreation in Westchester, Tropical Park may be your best bet!
Developed on the site of a former horse track in 1979, the famous Tropical Park attracts approximately 1,500,000 visitors annually for its fun outdoor activities, like bicycling, walking, or running on the miles of paved pathways, and an array of facilities, including equestrian and community centers.
At Tropical Park, you can peruse around a 275-acre urban oasis, take nature and active photos, enjoy watching games (or play them yourselves), engage in different watersports, or let your dog have a go at the Tropical Park Dog Park, a 2-acre area designated for off-leash fun for your four-legged friends!
Other Tropical Park amenities include the Ronald Reagan Equestrian Center, the Mary Abreu Community Center, the Tennis Center, and the Track and Stadium.
There is also a weekly Farmer's Market hosted on the grounds.
4) The Westchester Cultural Arts Center
7930 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
Hey, art lover-- leaving Tropical Park so soon?
There may be one spot in this beautiful nature haven that can change your mind!
Say hello to the Westchester Cultural Arts Center, a 200-seat state-of-the-art black box theatre, and a lobby art gallery space right on the grounds of Westchester's Tropical Park!
At the Westchester Cultural Arts Center, you can watch fun performances, marvel at different art exhibits, and attend phenomenal concerts-- yes, all these in one venue!
Not to mention that the Westchester Cultural Art Center's architectural design is an art display itself with its modern, state-of-the-art facilities, alluring green spaces, and massive art pieces, including Cristina Lei Rodriguez's Vitreous glass mosaic out front!
Undoubtedly, an Instagrammable destination worth your weekend and a spot on your feed!
3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33155
Are you a nature lover dreaming of the perfect Insta-shot in the wilderness?
A.D.(Doug) Barnes Park may be the answer to your woes!
Offering rejuvenation in a rare Miami ecosystem, A.D.(Doug) Barnes Park is a 65-acre oasis of family-friendly green space conveniently located in a bustling area of southwest Miami, right off the busy Bird Road thoroughfare.
A.D.(Doug) Barnes Park features native forest habitats, a fishing lake, a heated pool, jogging trails, picnic shelters, a playground, and a fenced off-leash park for your pup!
It is also home to a 15-acre wilderness of native tropical hardwood hammock and pine Rockland habitats, the perfect respite from urban life where one can find many ways to connect to nature.
Other A.D.(Doug) Barnes Park amenities include basketball courts, a fishing pier, picnic pavilions, splash playgrounds, trails, and fitness zones.
Who says nature, having fun, and taking pictures can't go hand-in-hand?
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