Top 10 Things To Do With Kids In Miami, Florida

Chandana
Chandana 
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The bustling city of Miami, famed for its sunny beaches and night clubs, is also home to numerous Art Deco buildings, a happening art scene, and plenty of gastronomical delights. So, what are the kid-friendly activities and attractions, you may wonder? Fret not, for Miami has plenty of those too. From the many tropical gardens to Oleta State Park to museums to amusement parks and a zoological park, there is enough to keep your little ones busy. Well-connected to various parts of the state and the country with its network of major highways, roads, and flights, planning a quick getaway to Miami is quite easy. An efficient public transportation system, within the city and its suburbs, makes it easy to get around the different attractions at your own pace. Here is a list of things to do with kids in Miami, Florida.

1. Unleash the little scientist within at Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science


Science comes alive at this fun museum that lets children take a hands-on approach to discovering things. The many exhibits in this museum, which also houses a planetarium and aquarium, promise hours of entertainment for inquisitive little minds. Workshops and field trips are also conducted on a regular basis.

Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Address: 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Website: Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Opening hours: 9:30am - 6pm (daily)

Price: 28 USD (adults); 19 USD (ages 3 - 11); Free (children 2 and under)

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2. Explore charming Coral Castle with its limestone furniture

Ed's moon fountain.

Posted by Coral Castle on Tuesday, 31 July 2018

Made entirely out of oolitic limestone, single-handedly, by one man, this amazing building was constructed over a period of 28 years! No one knows the secret to how Ed Leedskalnin completed this splendid work more than 60 years ago with only homemade tools to aid him. Children will have fun taking in the highlights of the castle, such as functional rocking chairs, an accurate sundial, a bathtub, and a Polaris telescope.

Coral Castle

Address: Coral Castle Museum 28655 South Dixie Highway Miami, FL 33033

Website: Coral Castle

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 9am - 6pm; Fri - Sat: 9am - 7pm

Price:18 USD (adults); 8 USD (child); 15 USD (senior)

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3. Throw the spotlight on native history at Miccosukee Indian Village

Happy Monday, everyone! We are expecting you at the Miccosukee Indian Village. See you soon!

Posted by Miccosukee Indian Village on Monday, 15 May 2017

Tucked away in Everglades National Park, this charming native American village gives children a peek into history. There is a museum at the village and an alligator show where you can handle the reptiles and also click pictures alongside them. If you are lucky enough to stop by on a festival day, you will get to see some traditional dances too. A handicraft store on the premises is a good opportunity to pick up some souvenirs.

Miccosukee Indian Village

Address: US Hwy 41, Miami, FL 33194

Website: Miccosukee Indian Village

Opening hours: 9am - 5pm (daily)

Price: 15 USD

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4. Visit the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens (from USD 85.0)

This erstwhile private residence of wealthy industrialist James Deering might seem like an unlikely place for a visit with children. However, This National Historic landmark was designed like an Italian villa, with its fairy tale ambiance and beautiful garden overlooking Biscayne Bay, appeals to children who will love exploring the grounds that include the stables, dairy, greenhouse, a labyrinth and maze.

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Miami to Vizcaya Museum, Biscayne Bay Transportation

Duration: 4 hours

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Miami Tour Guide

Alexander Gorn

Alexander Gorn

I was born in Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, in the Soviet Union, and left for the USA when I was 23 years old, just out of college. Leningrad was and still is a city with great cultural traditions. I fell in love with its world-famous museums, art galleries, theaters, and other attractions. I have been guiding tours for most of my life and began while still in high school. During the summer, Leningrad was visited by numerous youth groups from the UK and USA and English-speaking students were recruited to show them around. That is how I got my first taste of being a tour guide. I continued guiding through college and often worked with young adults. After leaving the USSR, I settled in New York City, went to graduate school, and started my own travel company in 1985. We primarily worked with international visitors showing them famous places of interest all over the country, from coast to coast. Though I had other tour guides working at my company, I continued to guide because it was rewarding and enjoyable. I traveled extensively throughout the country and that's how I first became acquainted with South Florida. I instantly fell in love with this beautiful place and eventually moved to the Miami Beach area. I love South Florida and want my tourists to feel the same way. I am exhilarated by its nature and history and I promise to get you excited as well. See you in Miami!

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5. Enjoy panoramic vistas of Miami from a speedboat (from USD 45.0)

Set off from Bayside marketplace on a speedboat to get a glimpse of the city from the water. Sit back as the boat speeds past Flagler Monument Island and the coast guard station. Take a look at the mansions that line Star Island and the Venetian Islands as you listen to your captain narrate anecdotes about who lives where and how much you’d have to pay to own one of those mansions! Pass by Cruise Beach before turning back. Young or old, you won’t know how fast 45 minutes just sped by!

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Miami Speedboat Tour with Star Island, South Beach Views

Duration: 45 minutes

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6. Participate in the fun Calle Ocho Festival in Little Havana

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Source: Photo by Flickr user Daniel Tobias used under CC BY-SA 2.0

The Calle Ocho festival is held at the end of the Carnaval Miami, that takes place from February through March every year. With a music festival and fun events such as croquette eating contests, this can be an interesting activity for the whole family. Held in the Little Havana area of the city, this festival is one of the largest in the world and it extends over several streets dotted with live entertainment venues.

Calle Ocho Festival

Address: SW 12th to 27th Avenue

Website: Calle Ocho Festival

Price: Free

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7. Witness the vibrant murals at the Wynwood Walls


Intended as a means of rejuvenating the community, this vibrant project has turned warehouses in the area into giant canvases. The colorful murals feature the works of over 50 artists from more than 16 countries across the world, with the number gradually increasing every year. Children and adults alike will love gazing at the murals that have also extended up to the lot adjacent that features murals on roll-down gates and the neighborhood park.

Wynwood Walls

Address: 2520 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami FL 33127

Website: Wynwood Walls

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10:30am - 11:30pm; Fri - Sat: 10:30am - 12am; Sun: 10.30am - 8pm

Price: Free

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8. Get caged at the Monkey Jungle

Posted by Monkey Jungle on Friday, 26 April 2019

This natural jungle preserve offers you the unique opportunity to get up close with over 90 Java monkeys of hundreds of primates running free here. Java monkeys are known for their swimming and diving skills that children will enjoy watching. Visitors walk through cages while the animals roam free! There is also a rainforest section at the park with scheduled presentations to help you know more about squirrel monkeys, howler monkeys, and Capuchin monkeys that are found in this section.

Monkey Jungle

Address: 14805 SW 216 St, Miami, FL 33170

Website: Monkey Jungle

Opening hours: 9.30am - 5pm (daily)

Price: 30 USD (adult); 24 USD (children 3-9); 28 USD (seniors 65+)

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9. Get a bird’s eye view of the Miami skyline (from USD 342.0)

Hop onto a helicopter for an exciting flight over the city of Miami. Get a glimpse of famous attractions from your vantage point in the sky during this private flight. Fly past Coconut Grove, Coco Plum, Dinner Key Marina, and the sprawling Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden before turning toward South Beach and the Miami Seaquarium. You will also get to peek at some of the finest homes in the city, inhabited by the rich and the famous. It is sure to be a memorable experience for adults and kids alike.

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Miami Helicopter Tour

Duration: 30 to 60 minutes

9 reviews

10. Go wild at Jungle Island (from USD 59.0)

You will not realize how time flies once you are inside Jungle Island, with its exotic wild animals such as Australian red kangaroos and orangutans. Know more about various animals through interesting shows. See a rare liger, lemurs, sloths, cassowary, and macaws in a jungle habitat before you head on to the Everglades habitat which is filled with animals and plants that are endemic to the region.

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Jungle Island Park Admission

Duration: 1 to 7 hours

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Fun family activities

Doing things as a family is fun and besides helping make memories, it is also a great way of bonding. Thus, finding attractions and activities that appeal to the younger members of the family is essential. These are just a few of the things to do with kids in Miami.

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Chandana is a versatile writer with nearly two decades of experience in media, spanning clients across the globe. An avid traveler, she enjoys experiencing every new place to the fullest. Having...Read more

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