Scenic Drive on the Rickenbacker Causeway to Key Biscayne

The Rickenbacker Causeway lifts you off the mainland and out over Biscayne Bay to Key Biscayne — open turquoise water on both sides and the Miami skyline filling the mirror.

Miami · Drive · about 20 min · 7 miles · Pleasantness: High

Why this route is pleasant

• Crosses Biscayne Bay on a high open bridge
• Turquoise water on both sides the whole way
• The Miami skyline rising behind you
• Palm-lined beaches along the causeway
• Ends in the parks and lighthouse of Key Biscayne

What you'll see

• The downtown Miami skyline across the bay
• Hobie Island and Virginia Key beaches
• Kiteboarders and sailboats on the bay
• The Cape Florida Lighthouse at the island's tip

Best time to go

Early morning for calm water and light traffic, or sunset with the skyline lighting up.

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