Jungle Island is a 18-acre tropical animal park and event venue on Watson Island between downtown Miami and Miami Beach, offering a lush, exotic backdrop that no hotel ballroom can replicate. Towering palms, free-roaming flamingos, and tropical plantings surround several open-air event lawns and tented pavilions capable of hosting ceremonies and receptions for up to 1,500 guests. The venue's skyline-view terrace faces the Miami Beach causeway, while the amphitheater provides a natural stage for ceremony backdrops. Couple with a curated catering program and full AV support, Jungle Island is a genuinely unique option for couples who want tropical drama with a South Florida flair.
Best seasons to marry here
Starts in 5h 26m
Sunset faces
West-facing lagoon; partial skyline sunset views
Capacity
Up to 500
Price
$$$
Setting
Both
Airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) · 9mi
Accessibility
ADA Accessible
Best for photos
Tropical jungle pathways, exotic birds and wildlife, lagoon ceremony spots, palm canopy, B…
Sunrise
10:43 AM
Solar Noon
5:17 PM
Sunset
11:51 PM
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Approved caterers; in-house options available
Bar / Alcohol
Licensed bar service
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
Approved vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Covered pavilion structures available
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; island location with causeway access; monitor storm surge advisories
Verify Before You Book
Confirm current event partnerships and any park operations changes
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer · Prospect Photography
Sunset faces
West-facing lagoon; partial skyline sunset views
Shade coverage
Dense tropical canopy
Best shots & hidden gems
Tropical jungle pathways, exotic birds and wildlife, lagoon ceremony spots, palm canopy, Biscayne Bay views from the island, Miami skyline backdrop
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, Miami
Parking
On-site lot; causeway access
Nearest Airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) · 9 mi
Guest Hotels
InterContinental Miami, Bayside Marketplace hotels, Marriott Biscayne Bay
