Where is West Miami, Florida

West Miami is a small city in South Florida, located in Miami-Dade County just west of Miami. It is about 7 miles southwest of downtown Miami and close to Coral Gables, South Miami, and Westchester. The city is part of the Miami metropolitan area and is known for its residential neighborhoods, parks, and convenient location near major roads and attractions in greater Miami.

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Where is West Miami Located?

West Miami is a city located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, the United States. It is in southeastern Florida, about 7 miles southwest of downtown Miami, 5 miles west of Coral Gables, and approximately 10 miles east of Doral. West Miami lies at approximately 25.756° North latitude and 80.296° West longitude. The city had 6,606 residents in the 2020 Census and covers about 0.68 square miles, or 1.76 square kilometers. West Miami was incorporated in 1947 and developed as a small residential community surrounded by the expanding Miami urban area. Its compact size makes it one of the smaller municipalities in Miami-Dade County. The city has a mostly residential character, with local parks, schools, businesses, and neighborhood streets. Its location provides easy access to major attractions throughout South Florida. Nearby destinations include Coral Gables, the Venetian Pool, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, and downtown Miami. Tropical Park is also close to the city and offers large open spaces, sports facilities, trails, and recreational areas. Southwest 8th Street, the Palmetto Expressway, and other major roads connect West Miami with Miami, Doral, and surrounding communities.

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Distance from West Miami, FL to Nearby Cities

• Coral Gables, FL – 5 miles (8 km)
• South Miami, FL – 5 miles (8 km)
• Miami, FL – 7 miles (11 km)
• Westchester, FL – 3 miles (5 km)
• Olympia Heights, FL – 4 miles (6 km)
• Sweetwater, FL – 8 miles (13 km)
• Doral, FL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Hialeah, FL – 12 miles (19 km)
• Miami Beach, FL – 12 miles (19 km)
• Key Biscayne, FL – 13 miles (21 km)
• Kendall, FL – 12 miles (19 km)
• North Miami, FL – 15 miles (24 km)
• Homestead, FL – 30 miles (48 km)
• Miami Gardens, FL – 20 miles (32 km)
• Hollywood, FL – 25 miles (40 km)
• Fort Lauderdale, FL – 30 miles (48 km)
• Key Largo, FL – 60 miles (97 km)
• West Palm Beach, FL – 75 miles (121 km)

Top Attractions in West Miami

• West Miami Recreation Center – A local community facility providing sports areas, recreational programs, open space, and activities for residents.
• Tropical Park – A large nearby park with sports fields, walking trails, lakes, equestrian facilities, picnic areas, and recreational spaces.
• Venetian Pool – A historic swimming pool in nearby Coral Gables created from a former rock quarry and known for its Mediterranean-style architecture.
• Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – A major botanical garden in Coral Gables featuring tropical plants, gardens, walking paths, and educational programs.
• Matheson Hammock County Park – A nearby coastal park with mangrove areas, picnic facilities, trails, and a man-made atoll pool.
• Coral Gables Museum – A local museum exploring the history, architecture, planning, and cultural development of Coral Gables.
• Vizcaya Museum and Gardens – A historic Miami estate featuring an Italian Renaissance-style villa, formal gardens, and views of Biscayne Bay.
• Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science – A major science museum in downtown Miami with exhibits covering science, technology, the human body, and marine life.
• Bayfront Park – A waterfront park in downtown Miami with open lawns, walking areas, gardens, events, and views of Biscayne Bay.
• Everglades National Park – A major South Florida natural area protecting wetlands, mangroves, wildlife habitats, and extensive waterways west and south of Miami.

Airports Near West Miami, FL

• Miami International Airport (MIA) – 7 miles
• Miami Executive Airport (TMB) – 15 miles
• Opa-locka Executive Airport (OPF) – 20 miles
• Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) – 30 miles
• Homestead General Aviation Airport (X51) – 30 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of West Miami website and local government records.

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