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Photo: Shark Valley Tram Tours
Shark Valley tram tour, Everglades National Park
A narrated open-air tram along a 15-mile loop through the sawgrass, with a 45-foot observation tower halfway round looking out 20 miles in every direction – the easiest way to show children the Everglades.
| What | To do |
|---|---|
| Where | Tamiami Trail, Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade County) |
| Address | 36000 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33194 |
| Season and hours | Tram tours and bike hire daily 08:30–18:00 (Shark Valley Tram Tours). The park itself is open 24 hours; peak season at Shark Valley runs roughly December to April, when the car park usually fills by 10:00 (National Park Service). |
| Getting there | About 60 min by car from Miami |
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Checked on sharkvalleytramtours.com, nps.gov, miamiandbeaches.com, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.
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