What's in Opa Locka?

15 Best Things to Do in Opa-locka (FL)
  1. Jackson's Soul Food. Source: jacksonsoulfood.com. ...
  2. Amelia Earhart Park. Source: facebook.com. ...
  3. Everglades National Park. Source: getyourguide.com. ...
  4. St. Thomas University. ...
  5. Leah Arts District. ...
  6. Hialeah Park Racing & Casino. ...
  7. Flamingo Lakes Golf Course. ...
  8. C.B. Smith Park.

Is Opa-Locka bad?

Opa Locka, Florida ranked as number ten out of the 100 dangerous cities in America, with a violent crime rate of 19.49 per 1,000 people. In Florida, Opa Locka ranks as the fourth most dangerous city in Florida. Opa Locka, Florida has 1,949 violent crimes per 100,00 people and 5,663 property crimes per 100,000 people.

What is Opa-Locka known for?

Opa-Locka is one of the most unique cities in America. Founded by internationally known aviator Glenn Curtiss in 1926, it has one of the largest if not the largest collection of Moorish Revival architecture in America and includes 20 buildings that are listed on the National Register.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.