Plan your trip to the Miccosukee Indian Village

Miccosukee Indian Village Sculpture — Spend a day at Miccosukee Indian Village

Embark on a cultural journey and learn about part of Miami’s unique Native American heritage at the Miccosukee Village. Highlights include craft demonstrations, alligator shows and Everglades airboat tours.

The Miccosukee Indian Village is located at Mile Marker 36, U.S. Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail), Miami, FL 33194 and is located just west of the Shark Valley Visitor Center.

Driving Directions: From Downtown Miami, take SW 8 Street (Tamiami Trail) all the way out to the village. The drive takes about an hour and a half, depending on traffic. Or hop on Highway 836 to the Florida Turnpike to Tamiami Trail, which takes about an hour.

You’ll pass the Miccosukee Casino & Resort (500 S.W. 177th Avenue, Miami, FL 33194) on your way out to the Miccosukee Indian Village. Once you see the resort and casino, then you’ll know you’re approximately 20 minutes away from the village.

Alligator Show — Don't miss the alligator show

Once you arrive at the Miccosukee Indian Village, there are lots of family-friendly activities and fun things to do. Venture out on a guided tour of the village or watch a lively alligator show. It’s also a great opportunity to check out the tribe’s chickee huts and see how tribal members create jewelry, intricate beadwork and other handicrafts.

Miccosukee Airboat Ride — Explore the Everglades on an airboat ride at Miccosukee Indian Village

Narrated 30-minute airboat rides stop at an authentic hammock camp and show visitors where the Miccosukees hid after the Seminole Wars and Indian Removal Act of the mid-1800s. There’s also a museum offering a glimpse into the tribe’s traditional way of life.

Travel Tip: Every September, the Miccosukee Tribe celebrates American Indian Day on the fourth Friday of the month.

Learn more about Miami’s Native American Heritage and the History of the Miccosukee Tribe.