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Miami Children’s Museum is a non-profit educational institution, which meets the needs of all children in our multicultural community. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play together, learn, imagine, and create. The museum offers interactive exhibits, programs, and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.

Step into a lush,tropical jungle and embark on Miami's greatest hands-on wildlife adventure. Jungle Island is home to some of the most amazing animals from around the globe.

Zoo Miami offers unique programs for adults and children that will nourish your innate desire to connect with nature. The Zoological Society of Florida’s Education Department creates experiences through fun and engaging programs that link our community to the living world. Toddlers are introduced to a diverse and fascinating world of colors, shapes and textures found in nature through animal encounters and other fun hands-on activities in tot-focused programs.

Vizcaya has been described as “the finest private house ever built in America,” “a jewel among Miami’s skyscrapers and subdivisions,” and “some Noah’s Ark of decorative arts,” its exteriors offering the “manic tranquility of the great European folly gardens.” Most of us who know Vizcaya well embrace this place for both its serious significance and its eccentric charm. Preserving and presenting Vizcaya’s many buildings, diverse collections and extensive grounds require a grasp of the big picture

Coral Castle in Homestead, Florida, is one of the most amazing structures ever built. In terms of accomplishment, it's been compared to Stonehenge, ancient Greek temples, and even the great pyramids of Egypt. It is amazing - some even say miraculous - because it was quarried, fashioned, transported, and constructed by one man: Edward Leedskalnin, a 5-ft. tall, 100-lb. Latvian immigrant.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is truly a unique place. Here you can walk garden paths surrounded by the wonders and beauty of nature, talk to experts in horticulture and conservation science, view impressive art, see butterflies and birds at every turn and take classes on everything from photography to grafting.

Did you know that Grapeland Water Park offers private and semi-private party rentals, perfect for birthdays, graduations and more?

Wynwood is best known for being a prominent entertainment district, dotted with artwork. Enjoy the Wynwood Walls, restaurants, breweries, clothing stores, dance venues, among other retail options. It is north of Downtown Miami and Overtown, and adjacent to Edgewater.