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6 Family Attractions To Experience In Miami

Families traveling to Miami have plenty to discover, from outdoor adventure parks to indoor museums. Visiting soon? Here are six Miami attractions and entertainment options that kids – and parents – will love.

Jungle Island

A Woman Holding A Baby

Photo courtesy Jungle Island

Miami’s Jungle Island eco-adventure park offers animal interactions and adventure for all ages. Get up close and personal with the animals – from colorful Macaws and pink flamingos to lemurs, orangutans and kangaroos. Thrill-seeking families can also enjoy exciting new additions to the park such as zip lines, rock climbing, and flight simulation!

Frost Museum of Science

Dive into a world of discovery with a multi-story science museum experience your children will love. At Frost Museum of Science, families can feel like they're hurtling through space at the Planetarium or come face-to-face with sharks at Frost’s three-level aquarium. Check out the museum’s River of Grass exhibit, which features tropical wetlands that mimic the Everglades ecosystem.

Bike The Beach

A Person Riding On The Back Of A Bicycle

Photo courtesy Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau

A family bike ride is always the perfect spring activity! Visitors can rent a Citi Bike – which can be picked up and dropped off at any of the stations throughout Miami and the Beaches. Likewise, for guests at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, SpinWay Miami bikes are available from a convenient docking station located on the property. Make a day of it, and bike along the Miami Beach Boardwalk while enjoying beachside views and the refreshing ocean breeze along the way.

Miami Beach Botanical Gardens

A Tree In A Garden

Photo courtesy Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau

Explore the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens’ flowering trees, orchid blooms, Japanese-style gardens, and beyond. The 2.6-acre urban oasis is the perfect outdoor spot for families to wander and enjoy the natural flora. Discover native South Florida palms and subtropical plants found across the globe.

The Bass Museum of Art

Visit Miami Beach’s contemporary art museum, which features vibrant and whimsical art exhibits that capture the attention of young and older audiences alike. Every last Sunday, visitors of all ages enjoy free admission on Family Day, in addition to special children’s activities that encourage exploration through art.

FocalPoint Photoshoot

A Group Of People Standing On Top Of A Sandy Beach

Photo by FocalPoint Photography

Preserve the memories of your family vacation with a beach photoshoot. At Loews Miami Beach Hotel, a complimentary photo session with FocalPoint photography is included in your stay! As part of your 45-minute session, choose from locations around the resort, on the beach, or both. Select your favorite images in a one-on-one review session, and then purchase your photo package of choice. The best part? One free branded digital image is included with the hotel’s Resort Amenity Program.