This is a must see in Homestead/Florida City. At first glance it didn't seem like much of a castle but once through the gates and getting the tour, it is amazing, because it was quarried, fashioned, transported, and constructed by one man: Edward Leedskalnin, a 5-ft. tall, 100-lb. Latvian immigrant.
Many men have single-handedly built their own homes, but Leedskalnin's choice of building materials is what makes his undertaking so incredible. He used huge blocks of coral rock, some weighing as much as 30 tons, and somehow was able to move them and set them in place without assistance or the use of modern machinery.
Our tour guide filled us in on a lot of the history and Ed's story and we really enjoyed our visit.

When I was quoted a $15 admission price for adults I didn't think that the Coral Castle would be worth it, but I was wrong. Ed, the diminutive Latvian stone mason who built this place was incredible. You'll see something that is part Stonehenge, part astronomical observatory, and part Stone Age residence. He moved and carved these incredible rock sculptures on his own, some weighing as much as 23 tons. Definitely a near miraculous achievement. Narration by the friendly guide Julia really helped with the experience. Worth a splurge.

Ken, our guide, was so enthusiastic about the history and details and made our visit enjoyable. My husband is an engineer so he was very interested in all the building details. I liked that Coral Castle was pretty and the history was sweet :)

Located just a few miles up the road from The Floridian Hotel. One of the most Amazing things I have ever seen. Crazy-cool!