Coconut Grove, Miami-Dade County

While it’s technically part of the city of Miami, Coconut Grove moves to the beat of its own drum. This laid-back neighborhood started life in 1873, when an eclectic mix of artists, writers, pioneers and adventurers moved to the area, lending it the bohemian character it’s known for today. With its buzzy outdoor bars and cafés lining its streets, as well as plenty of luxurious yachts dotted along its harbor, “The Grove” as it’s known by locals, has earned a reputation as a hip neighborhood with a village-like feel.

Hugging the shoreline of Biscayne Bay, Coconut Grove is an upscale, leafy neighborhood with relaxed sidewalk cafes and chic shops in and around the CocoWalk mall. The area's several green spaces include bay-front Barnacle Historic State Park, home to a mangrove forest, and the iconic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, centered on a lavish Italian-style villa. Sailing clubs and marinas dot the waterfront.