Top 5 Instagrammable Places Near Kings Bay

1) Deering Estate 

16701 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33157

Capture the elusive trio of history, nature, and culture on your timelines as you explore the unparalleled beauty of Deering Estate, a renowned tourist destination and one of South Florida's best assets, just a 5-minute drive from Kings Bay.

A state-protected park spread across 444 acres of coastal Miami, Deering Estate, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a choice haven for nature lovers and adventure-seekers, where you'll find everything from canoe tours and bird walks to moonlit kayaking, boat tours, hiking, nature trails, eco-tours--and more!

Need a few snaps for your IG feed? Point and click just anywhere at this waterfront gem — Deering Estate is also a 'sight for sore eyes' with its sweeping views and whimsical ambiance!

Take a moonlight kayak tour and go island-hopping under the shining spotlight of the full moon, or ride on a guided cruise to see Stiltsville, one of Miami's most prized historic sites, and see a small village of seven colorful, stilted houses that once were the discreet playground of the rich and famous!

Whichever activity you choose, you'll have your followers green with envy!

2) Deering Estate People's Dock 

Biscayne Bay, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157 

Prepare for more breathtaking water views as the golden sunset takes over the show at the Deering Estate People's Dock, Deering Estate's best-kept secret, and your front-row seat to South Florida's nautical allure, just 5 minutes from Kings Bay.

Located in Deering Estate and hailed as the best spot to catch the sunrise or sunset, this sliver of concrete may be the Estate's most Instagrammable area, thanks to its location on the waterfront, where you can enjoy birdwatching, manatee and dolphin sighting, family fishing, and even small picnics!

Be sure to get that smartphone ready to take some unexpected stills while you bask in the serene and relaxing ambiance — you never know what just might pop up in the water!

3) Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club (Members & Guests Only!)

13610 Deering Bay Dr, Miami, FL 33158

Do you know what we love most about living in Kings Bay?

There are several things, really, but Kings Bay's deeded right to Deering Bay Marina takes the cake, hands down!

But it's not just for the reasons you have in mind.

You see, apart from having the water as your playground, Deering Bay Marina, located at the Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club, has more up in its sleeves, especially in making that Instagram profile shine!

The stunning 18-home Arnold Palmer golf course, elegant and well-manicured clubhouse, tropical-inspired tennis courts, sophisticated dining terraces, and sights of yachts docked against the backdrop of Biscayne Bay — at the Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club, you'll have dreamy and effortless photos served on a silver platter!

Best of all, only members and their guests have access to all this beauty, so each post is like a fresh breeze off the bay — rare, refined, and irresistibly captivating.

Plus, it's only a 6-minute drive from Kings Bay!

4) Pinecrest Gardens 

11000 SW 57th Ave, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Fill your Instagram with vibrant hues and tropical charm as you traverse the corner of Red Road and 110th Street for a glimpse of Pinecrest Gardens, a sun-kissed destination with endless mazes of flora and fauna, just 6 minutes from Kings Bay.

Boasting approximately 14 acres of lush botanical gardens and family-friendly attractions, Pinecrest Gardens showcases South Florida's natural beauty with gardens and forested areas of native cypress sloughs, tropical hardwood hammocks, and riverine landscapes.

Here, you'll find various specialty gardens (including a desert garden), more than 1,000 varieties of both native and non-native tropical flora, and many notable natural features, including remnants of the Snapper Creek streambed, a 30,000-year-old solution hole, a piece of cypress hammock once connected to Big Cypress National Preserve, a 100-year-old Cocoplum, and various other mature landmark trees.

Lace-up your favorite walking shoes and stroll on Pinecrest Gardens' tranquil paths that envelop the botanical garden and a meadowed lake viewing area (Swan Lake) with resident wildlife and fish-populated waterways.

The kicker? This gorgeous spot isn't just a treat for the eyes!

Further inside Pinecrest Gardens, you can also dive into a plethora of activities, thanks to facilities like the Splash N' Play water playground, petting zoo, giant outdoor chess/checkers large playground area, and the Sensory Garden educational area, where you'll see a butterfly garden, raised vegetable/herb garden, watering cans, drop-in garden programs, and an Investigation Station that invites exploration!

Need we say more?

5) Sokai Sushi Bar 

8888 SW 136th St UNIT# 383, Miami, FL 33176

Sprinkle some whimsy on your Instagram aesthetic as you indulge in an innovative fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines at Sokai Sushi Bar, a one-of-a-kind restaurant merging traditional techniques with contemporary flavors, just an 8-minute drive from Kings Bay.

Instagrammable as it is delicious, Sokai features a modern and inviting ambiance characterized by high, open-vault ceilings, exposed brick walls, and concrete floors, where you can dine banquet-style under gentle lighting for an intimate and trendy feel, perfect for casual eat-outs and special occasions.

And the menu?

Think of an ever-evolving selection of long-time favorites and original fusion dishes, all bursting with creative flavors that warm your tastebuds at every bite!

Salmon Tacos, Gyozas, Sushi Pizzas, Rockstar rolls, Puplo Anticucheros, Crispy Salmon Truffle Guacamoles, and more — at Sokia, there's a dish for every whim and craving!

Snap away as you experience culinary excellence at its best, one sushi roll at a time — Sokia Sushi Bar is a paradise for your eyes and palates that deserves a whole page on your profiles!