TripAdvisor Reviews - The Kampong Feed

Paradise for people interested in botanical gardens

ilikeorchids, Jackson, Mississippi — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:00:30 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

My husband and I spent the whole day before at the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. It is truly wonderful, but was crowded. The 11 acre Kampong which was once David Fairchild's home is a different...

Very interesting sometimes, boring at times

Miami_FloridaSandy33, Miami, Florida — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:51:21 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a wonderful garden but I would say go to Fairchild first. I went there with hubby and he got bored quite quickly. I am interested by trees and fruit so I was in my element. The fact that it's...

Quietly refreshing low key excellence in nature and habitat history

tico c, Cutler Bay, Florida — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 16:28:38 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a superb, quiet, peaceful treasure where regular glitzy tourists don't go because they don't know or probably care about educational oasi like Fairchild Gardens, Viscaya, and similar venues! ...

A morning stroll

Nuvia1, Miramar, Florida — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:16:07 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

The private estate home of David Fairchild is off the beaten path in Coconut Grove. My husband, sister and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the garden, tropical plants, flowering trees, fruit trees...

Great for a short visit

SUBTROPICALZONE, MIAMI, FLORIDA — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 23:46:46 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

You may want to stop by if you're in the area. It really is not a big property and it won't take more than one hour's visit to see it all. You may be tempted to linger because it is interesting and...

Quiet, relaxing day exploring nature!

chewclue, Fort Lauderdale — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 20:22:38 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great way to spend a nice, quiet and relaxing day exploring nature! However, if you are a plant expert and looking to gain lots of knowledge and insight, this is probably not be the place for you....

beautiful and relaxing history lesson

DebbieNiskin, Miami Beach, Florida — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:13:33 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you have a free morning in South Florida, one of the places you might choose is The Kampong in Coconut Grove. David Fairchild's private home is now a truly serene and beautiful venue for seeing...

lots of trees, not much info from guide

Eimac C, Lancaster, NY — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 07:39:53 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 2 of 5 stars

The write ups boast dozens of varieties of mangos, avocados, etc, yet the guide was unable to identify these to the group. The fee of $25 was too high based upon the little useful info provided. So...

Elegant Southeast Asian influences

Pat H, Anchorage, Alaska — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 03:08:06 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Home of the gentleman, David Fairchild, who started the USDA Plant Introduction Program. It is a fabulous building surrounded by an incredible collection of tropical fruits and other trees. The back...

Beautiful place! Must visit..

Jennydiaz2 — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 22:35:44 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a beautiful place to visit if you come to coconut Grove make a quick stop and visit this amazing historical place in Miami. It has such beautiful views and so much to learn. I highly...