๐ Gateway Town
Florida City
Everglades National Park
Last Updated: July 2026
Distance
41 kilometers (25 miles) east; approximately 45 minutes by car
Population
13085
Restaurants
43
Lodging Options
27
Overview
About This Town
Florida City is the practical gateway to Everglades National Park and a major agricultural hub in southern Florida. You'll find budget lodging and restaurants before heading into the park. Adjacent to Biscayne National Park too, making it a convenient base for dual-park visits.
Town at a Glance
Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
13,085
Distance to Park
41 kilometers (25 miles) east; approximately 45 minutes by car
Highlights
Known For
Gateway to Everglades National Park; agricultural hub and budget accommodations
Main Attractions
Florida Pioneer Museum, Coral Castle, Robert is Here Fruit Stand and Farm, Fruit and Spice Park, Homestead Bayfront Park
โน๏ธ Data Sources
OpenStreetMap contributors (community-reported details) (checked 2026-07-16) National Park Service โ Everglades National Park fees, hours & conditions (checked 2026-07-05) Wikipedia + Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA, retrieval-dated) โ population, history and identity facts from Wikipedia; practical travel guidance from Wikivoyage; osm_count (checked 2026-07-16) Climate data: Flamingo Rs, Fl Us, 0 ft (NOAA 1991-2020 normals, station USC00083020) YourNPGuide Editorial
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