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The beaches are Miami's most famous attractions, but there's so much more to do in Miami! See the mysteries of Coral Castle and the magic of the Ancient Spanish Monastery, moved brick by brick from Spain 50 years ago. For hands-on family fun, the Miami Science Museum and Miami Children's Museum can't be beat! Animal lovers can choose from the world-famous Miami Seaquarium, Jungle Island, Monkey Jungle and Miami Metrozoo. Looking for natural beauty? Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami Beach Botanical Garden, Deering Estate at Cutler, Vizcaya Palace and Gardens, and the Ichimura Miami-Japanese Garden are some of the most beautiful and exotic gardens in the country; Everglades Safari Park and Billie Swamp Safari offer a walk on the wilder side.
Ancient Spanish Monastery AquaWorld Miami/Xtream Parasail Art Deco District Tours Bill Graham Farm Village Billie Swamp Safari Biscayne National Park Boomers Boucher Brothers Watersports Cape Florida Light House Coopertown Airboat Rides Coral Castle Crandon Park Deering Estate at Cutler Dolphin Harbor at Miami Seaquarium Everglades Alligator Farm Everglades National Park Everglades National Park Everglades Safari Park Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Fruit and Spice Park Gold Coast Railroad Museum Historical Museum of Southern Florida Holocaust Memorial Ichimura Miami- Japanese Garden Island Queen Cruises Jewish Museum of Florida Jungle Island Lion Country Safari Lowe Art Museum Miami Art Museum (MAM) Miami Beach Botanical Garden Miami Children's Museum Miami Duck Tours Miami Metrozoo Miami Science Museum Miami Seaquarium Monkey Jungle Museum of Contemporary Art Parasail Miami/ Baywatch Parasail Parasail Miami/ Baywatch Parasail Sawgrass Recreational Park The Wolfsonian-Florida International University Thriller Speedboat Adventures Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Wannado City Wings Over Miami Military and Classic Aircraft Mu
World and U.S. Chess Hall of Fame World Erotic Art Museum (WEAM) Xtreme Indoor Karting
16711 West Dixie Hwy North Miami Beach
305-945-1462
Built in Spain during 1133-1141 and moved to Miami in 1952. Open Mon.-Sat, 9am-4pm; Sunday noon-4pm. May close early for special events. Adults $5; seniors (65+) and students w/ID are $2.50; under 12, $2.
301 N. Bayfront Park Miami
305-454-3900
Experience the ultimate high-flying thrill ride! Xtreme parasailing
features gentle dry take off and landings directly from our parasail
boat, to fly single, double or triple, plus an option to stay totally dry
or get a refreshing dip! Digital photo packages and logo wear
available. Flights available from 10 am till sunset 7 days a week,
weather permitting. U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captains and Equipped.
1001 Ocean Drive Corner of 10th St. & Ocean Dr. Miami Beach
Guided Walking Tours: Local historians and architects introduce Miami Beach's architectural history. 90-minute walking tours depart from the Art Deco Gift Shop (1001 Ocean Drive, corner of 10th Street & Ocean Drive, Miami Beach): Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun., 10:30am; Thur., 6:30pm, $20 adults; $15 seniors, students (must present ID). Children under 12 free. No reservations necessary. Self-Guided Audio Tours: Hear about architectural history in English, Spanish, German or French. Audio Tours are available at the Gift Shop 7 days a week, from 10am to 5pm; Shop is open until 7pm. $15. Information and private tours: 305-672-2014.
401 East 65th Street Amelia Earhart Park Hialeah
305-685-8673
A re-created Miami-Dade County homestead combining features of pioneer farms from the turn of the century with modern additions such as an air-conditioned Country Store. The pony ring (open weekends only, must be 70 lbs. or less to ride) on the side of the barn is equipped with benches for parents to sit and rest while watching kids ride a pony, or drive an old tractor. Open 7 days, 9am-3pm weekdays; weekends 10am-4pm.
800-GO-SAFARI
Explore 2200 acres of untamed Everglades on the Seminole Tribes Big Cypress Reservation via swamp buggy eco-tour and airboat ride. Snake and alligator show, swamp critter show, boardwalk nature trail, animal and reptile exhibits and Swamp Water Cafe. Day/overnight packages in an authentic thatched roof chickee avail. Ask about the new Exclusive/VIP Swamp Buggy Eco-Tour.
9700 SW 328th Street, Homestead
Within sight of downtown Miami, yet worlds away, this park is the largest marine park in the national park system. It protects and preserves a marine eco-system with living, fish-bejeweled coral reefs, mangrove shorelines, a shallow bay, and emerald islands. Dante Fascell Visitor Center (open 9am-5pm) houses a museum, art gallery, auditorium/environmental and educational discovery room. Glass-bottom boat tours of the bay and reefs, snorkeling and scuba diving trips, canoe and kayak rentals (island excursions for sightseeing are available Nov.-May). Open daily 7am-5:30pm.
1700 NW 1st Street Dania Beach
954-921-1411
This family ride park features batting cages, bowling, bumper boats, a game room, go-karts, laser tag, mini golf, a rock wall, a roller coaster and a snack bar. The adventurous will love the Sidewinder and Flame Thrower thrill rides! Open 7 days a week, including holidays.
420 Lincoln Road Miami Beach
305-535-8177
Lots of fun in, on and above the water: wave-runners, parasailing, banana boats, wind surfers, snorkeling, rafts, kayaks, boogie boards and deep sea fishing charters. Team-building scavenger hunts and beach olympics are also available for corporate and group events, from Key Largo to Palm Beach. Safety-certified instructors for beach events. For more information: 305-535-8177 (for locations south of Ft. Lauderdale); 954-524-8662 (for locations Ft. Lauderdale and north).
Key Biscayne
305-361-8779
The oldest structure in Miami-Dade County, the 95-foot-high Cape Florida Lighthouse at the tip of Key Biscayne has been restored to its authentic 1855 condition in Bill Baggs State Park. This tower has survived hurricanes, an 1836 Seminole Indian attack and fires. Park also offers an award-winning beach, bike paths, an oceanfront and a harborfront cafe and fishing. Tours: Thur.-Mon. at 10am and 1pm. Children under 8 are not permitted to the top of the lighthouse. Entrance fee: $5/car with 2-8 people; $3/car with 1 person. $1/person (walking, biking)
11 miles west of the Florida Turnpike on U.S. 41(aka Tamiami Trail)
305-226-6048
Professional guides will take you on a personalized tour covering approximately 8 miles, stopping at alligator holes and areas abundant with wildlife. After the tour, enjoy a taste of 'down-home' cooking. Stop by the alligator exhibit and the Indian Village. Private tours available.
28655 S. Dixie Highway Homestead
305-248-6345
Over a period of twenty years, Ed Leedskalnin, only 5-feet tall and 100 pounds, sculpted and carved over 1,100 tons of coral rock, using only homemade tools. 30-minute state-of-the-art audio tour (avail. in several languages). Open Sun.-Thu., 8am to 6pm; Fri.-Sat., 8am-8pm. $9.75 adults; children 7-12, $5; 6 and under are free; seniors 62+ $6.50. 2
4000 Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne
305-361-5421
Ride on the restored carousel by the sea at Crandon Park (weekends and certain holidays). The historic carousel is at the heart of the Family Amusement Center, which includes an old-fashioned outdoor roller rink, sea horse-shaped splash fountain and a host of marine play sculptures at the beachfront playground. The park's beautiful two-mile beach is consistently named among the top-ten beaches in the nation, celebrated for its pristine sand, calm water, winding promenade and convenient amenities. Open 8am-sunset. $5 per car.
16701 SW 72nd Avenue Coral Gables
305-235-1668
Located along Biscayne Bay, the 444-acre estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Daily tours of the historic Richmond Cottage and Stone House are held at 10:30am and 3:00pm. Daily tours of the Natural Areas are held at 12:30 pm. Open daily 10am to 5pm (ticket office until 4pm). Regular paid admission includes guided tours and parking. Kayak rentals available on weekends for an additional fee. The estate offers an array of seasonal outdoor activities: guided canoe tours of Biscayne Bay; moonlight canoe tours to Chicken Key, a seven-acre mangrove island and restored bird rookery; weekend kayak rentals, sunset cruises on the "Pelican Island Skipper", a 45-foot Corinthian Catamaran; tours of the historic Richmond Cottage and Stone House, and naturalist-lead tours of the lush natural areas. Night hikes, bird and butterfly walks, and bike tours are also offered.
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Virginia Key Key Biscayne
305-365-2501
They are fast, fun and love to make new friends: the dolphins at Miami Seaquarium. Join them for a fun-filled Dolphin Odyssey and Dolphin Encounter, which you'll never forget. It begins with a little insight into these intelligent and fun-loving mammals, followed by the dolphin interaction. Get a chance to touch them, feed them, play with them and get up-close and personal. Dolphin Odyssey is $199 plus tax per person and Dolphin Encounter is $139 plus tax per person. Your package also includes all-day admission to the park. Observer admission is $45 plus tax.
40351 SW 192 Avenue Homestead
305-247-2628
Enjoy live alligator and snake shows, plus exciting airboat rides, at the closest Everglades experience to the Keys! Admission price includes airboat ride! Open 9am-6pm daily.
The Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center
305-242-7700
With 1.5 million acres of watery wilderness, Everglades National Park is the third largest national park in the lower 48 states of the U.S. This river of grass is home to wading birds, alligators, fish, turtles, snakes and other wildlife, including endangered species such as the manatee, the wood stork and the Florida panther.
A good way to visit the Everglades is to walk the boardwalks and trails along the main park road and join in ranger-led events. There are multiple entrances to the park: see below. Biking, fishing and boating are popular park activities. Check at visitor centers for regulations and license information. At Flamingo and Everglades City, there are boat tours in addition to canoe rentals. Bike rentals are available at Shark Valley or bring your own to any entrance of the park. Camping sites are available at Long Pine Key (first come, first served) and Flamingo (reservations suggested between October-April).
Admission is $10 per car at the main entrance (open 24 hours), or Shark Valley. $5/person fee for individuals 17 years of age or older when entering by foot, bicycle or motorcycle. Good for 7 consecutive days. There is no admission fee at the Everglades City Visitor Center. For more information, please call 305-242-7700, Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm, or check the park's website: http://www.nps.gov/ever/
Entrances and Directions
Homestead: The Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center: 8am-5pm daily. Entrance located at 40001 Palm Road (344th St.), Homestead. 305-242-7700- Flamingo: The Flamingo Visitor Center: 9am-5:30pm Nov. to mid-April; until 4:30 the rest of the year, depending on staff. Enter park at Ernest F. Coe entrance and drive south 38 miles. 239-695-2945 for info.
Shark Valley: daily, 8:45am- 5:15pm (Dec.-April); until 6pm otherwise. The Visitor Center is open daily 9:15am to 5:15pm. Take the Florida Turnpike to SW 8th Street (also known as U.S. 41 and Tamiami Trail). Travel 25 miles west on U.S. 41 to signs marked Shark Valley. Tram schedule: December-April, 9am-4pm on the hour, every hour. May-December, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm; Reservations: 305-221-8455.
Everglades City/Gulf Coast Visitor Center: 9am-4:30pm daily; opens at 8am in winter. 5 miles south of Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) on State Road 29. From Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley), take exit 80 (State Road 29) south and proceed 20 miles to Everglades City. No entrance fee.
Hours subject to change.
Shark Valley Entrance US 41 Everglades
305-242-7700
With 1.5 million acres of watery wilderness, Everglades National Park is the third largest national park in the lower 48 states of the U.S. This river of grass is home to wading birds, alligators, fish, turtles, snakes and other wildlife, including endangered species such as the manatee, the wood stork and the Florida panther.
A good way to visit the Everglades is to walk the boardwalks and trails along the main park road and join in ranger-led events. There are multiple entrances to the park: see below. Biking, fishing and boating are popular park activities. Check at visitor centers for regulations and license information. At Flamingo and Everglades City, there are boat tours in addition to canoe rentals. Bike rentals are available at Shark Valley or bring your own to any entrance of the park. Camping sites are available at Long Pine Key (first come, first served) and Flamingo (reservations suggested between October-April).
Admission is $10 per car at the main entrance (open 24 hours), or Shark Valley. $5/person fee for individuals 17 years of age or older when entering by foot, bicycle or motorcycle. Good for 7 consecutive days. There is no admission fee at the Everglades City Visitor Center. For more information, please call 305-242-7700, Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm, or check the park's website: http://www.nps.gov/ever/
Entrances and Directions
Homestead: The Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center: 8am-5pm daily. Entrance located at 40001 Palm Road (344th St.), Homestead. 305-242-7700- Flamingo: The Flamingo Visitor Center: 9am-5:30pm Nov. to mid-April; until 4:30 the rest of the year, depending on staff. Enter park at Ernest F. Coe entrance and drive south 38 miles. 239-695-2945 for info.
Shark Valley: daily, 8:45am- 5:15pm (Dec.-April); until 6pm otherwise. The Visitor Center is open daily 9:15am to 5:15pm. Take the Florida Turnpike to SW 8th Street (also known as U.S. 41 and Tamiami Trail). Travel 25 miles west on U.S. 41 to signs marked Shark Valley. Tram schedule: December-April, 9am-4pm on the hour, every hour. May-December, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm; Reservations: 305-221-8455.
Everglades City/Gulf Coast Visitor Center: 9am-4:30pm daily; opens at 8am in winter. 5 miles south of Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) on State Road 29. From Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley), take exit 80 (State Road 29) south and proceed 20 miles to Everglades City. No entrance fee.
Hours subject to change.
26700 Tamiami Trail (SW 8th St.) Miami
305-226-6923
Airboat tours, eco-adventure tours, alligator and wildlife nature shows. Take an airboat ride through nature's wildlife. See alligators, crocodiles and other exotic wildlife. Jungle walking trail, observation platform and exhibits; restaurant, souvenir-gift shop. $23 adults; $10 children ages 5-11; children under 4, free. Admission includes Eco-Adventure Airboat ride, Alligator Wildlife Nature show, jungle trail, observation platform and exhibits.
10901 Old Cutler Road Coral Gables
305-667-1651
One of the world's preeminent botanical gardens spans 83 acres of rare, tropical plants. Highlights include a conservatory, a rainforest, a butterfly garden and the National Palm and Cycad Collections, cafe and gift shop. Festivals/ art exhibitions and special events throughout the year. Open daily (except Christmas) 9:30am-4:30pm. $20 adults; $15 seniors; $10 children 6-17; free to children under 5 and members. Admission includes narrated tram tours, some Spanish tram tours, seasonal walking tours and year-round butterfly tours. Check for availability. Disabled access available.
24801 SW 187th Ave. Homestead
305-247-5727
This 35-acre botanical park with 500 varieties of exotic fruit trees, spice plants and vegetables offers a unique look at rural Miami, with daily tours (11am, 1:30pm, 3pm). Open daily from 9am to 5pm. Adults $6, children 6-12 $1.50, under 6 are free.
12450 SW 152nd Street Next to Miami MetroZoo
305-253-0063
Exhibits include the display of the Ferdinand Magellan, the private railroad car built for President Franklin Roosevelt, and other historic trains. Adults, $5; children under 12, $3; 3 and under are free. Real train rides on Saturday and Sunday for an additional fee.
101 West Flagler Street Miami
305-375-1492
Discover the past and present of South Florida and the Caribbean through permanent and changing exhibits. Visit the Research Center: prints, antique maps, books and over one million historic photographs. Free, year-round, cultural programs for all ages. Special walking, bike, coach and boat tours. Now Showing: Black Crossroads, a history of the African-American experience in Miami. Monday CLOSED, Tuesday - Friday, 10am-5pm, weekends, noon-5pm. Third Thursdays until 9 pm Adults, $8, children 6-12, $5; free for members and children under 6; Contribution Sundays.
1933 Meridian Avenue Miami Beach
Sculptor Kenneth Treister's conception of the six million Jewish lives lost in the Holocaust. This poignant, soul-stirring monument features a photographic mural of the death camps and a Memorial Wall with the names of victims. Free.
1101 MacArthur Causeway/I-395 in the eastern end of Jungle Island's parking lot
305-642-1271
Enjoy a tranquil moment in this little known quiet spot amid Miami's bustle. The garden began in the 1950s with shipments of items from Tokyo and opened in1961. Free admission. Open Mon.-Sat., 9am-6pm.
401 Biscayne Blvd. Bayside Marketplace Miami
305-379-5119
Enjoy a 90-minute, narrated, sightseeing cruise along scenic Biscayne Bay. Relax in an air-conditioned salon or on the open, upper deck with a protective awning. See the downtown Miami skyline, the Port of Miami, Fisher Island, Miami Beach and "Millionaire's Row." Light snacks and beverages available for purchase. Please arrive at the ticket booth 30 min. prior to departure (every hour from 11am-7pm).
301 Washington Ave Miami Beach
305-672-5044
Housed in two adjacent restored National Register synagogues, this museum tells the story of 250 years of Florida Jewish life. Changing exhibits focus on Jewish history, art and culture, each with a Florida connection. In addition, there are timelines, films, a museum store, a collections and research center and guides. Now Showing: Judy Chicago, a Retrospective. Open every day except Mondays, civil and Jewish holidays. Adults, $6; seniors 65+ and students, $5; children under 6 and members, free; families, $12. Saturdays free.
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail Miami
305-400-7000
Jungle Island, Miami’s entertainment destination, is located on Watson Island, in the heart of the city, between Downtown Miami and South Beach. The multifaceted grounds host Miami’s newest theme park, home to the world’s most rare and incredible animals. Some of Jungle Island’s most famous animal residents include Mama Cass, the only tame Cassowary on the planet; Hercules the liger, who holds the Guinness Book of World Records title as the World’s Largest Cat; and Peanut and Pumpkin, only the third set of Orangutan twins to be born in captivity. Guests can also go behind the scenes at Jungle Island with an exclusive VIP Safari Tour in addition to seeing exciting animal shows.
For hands-on activities, visit our Red Kangaroos, Petting Farm Animals, and vibrant birds.Visit the friendly waters on La Playa, Jungle Island’s private beach. Relax under a shady umbrella and enjoy a tropical drink while the kids enjoy water slides and a swim zone.
For even more adventure, book an exclusive encounter with the animal residents from lemurs to penguins - and everything in between. Call (305) 400-7200 to find out more information or make reservations for our private VIP Safari Tours and animal encounters. Open daily 10am-6pm. Adults, $29.95; seniors 65+, $27.95; children ages 3-10, $23.95; children under 3, free; military personnel free and military families receive 15% off (both with proper ID); students receive 10% off (with proper ID).
New Audio Tours!
Jungle Island is proud to announce the launch of guided audio tours in both English and Spanish. Launched in partnership with Tours that Talk, guests will be taken on an interactive and informative tour that provides an inside look into Jungle Island, bringing guests even closer to our lush jungle and incredible animal ambassadors. From flora to fauna, the audio tour takes visitors through the park with an in-depth explanation of what is happening around them.
2003 Lion Country Safari Road Loxahatchee
561-793-1084
Spend the day on safari with more than 900 animals at Florida's only drive-through safari and walk-through amusement park. Animal displays and encounters, animal feeding experiences, six rides, water sprayground, food, shopping and more, Lion Country Safari offers a memorable experience for the whole family!
1301 Stanford Dr. University of Miami Coral Gables
305-284-3535
The Lowe houses a permanent collection of Old Masters, Asian, Native American, African, contemporary art, plus the Myrna and Sheldon Palley Pavilion for Contemporary Glass and Studio Arts. Now Showing: Tree of Paradies: Jewish Mosaics from the Roman Empire. $10, adults; $5, non-UM students with I.D. and senior citizens and adult groups (10+); $3, student groups (10+); kids under 12 free. LoweDown: First Thursday Happy Hour.
101 West Flagler Street Miami-Dade Cultural Center Miami
305-375-3000
Miami's flagship art museum presents modern and contemporary art. Open Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm. Closed Mondays. Members, children under 12 and students (w/valid ID) are free. Free museum admission every second Saturday of the month. Adults $8, seniors $4. Free every second Saturday. JAM at MAM (Happy Hour with an artful twist): every third Thursday, 5pm-8:30pm.
2000 Convention Center Drive opposite Miami Beach Conv. Center Miami Beach
305-673-7256
Stroll the lush gardens of colorful bromeliads, orchids, vine and heliconia collections. 80+ varieties of tropical palms, trees and plants. Garden and walking tours are available. Free.
980 MacArthur Causeway I-395 Miami
305-373-5437
Play, learn, imagine, create. Explore 14 interactive, bilingual galleries filled with hundreds of exhibits including a supermarket, bank, hospital, two story sandcastle of dreams and a 32-foot rock climbing wall. MCM also offers daily arts and educational programming for the whole family, seasonal classes and camps, birthday parties, field trips and more. Coming June 26: Clifford the Big Red Dog! Members and children under 1 are free; adults and children, $12.
1665 Washington Avenue Miami Beach
786-276-8300
Amphibious vehicles take you on a tour for 90 minutes of sightseeing and lots of fun. Tours start on land, go through South Beach and downtown Miami, then splash into beautiful Biscayne Bay and ride by homes of the rich and famous. 7 days a week, rain or shine.
12400 SW 152nd Street
305-251-0400
More than 1,000 animals from around the world including the rare and exotic. The zoo is open daily, including holidays, 9:30am-5:30pm (gates and ticket booth till 4pm). Adults $13.95(+tax); children 3-12 $9.95 (+tax); children under 3 are free; seniors 65+ and military personnel receive $1 off. Wheelchair and stroller rentals available. Free parking.
3280 South Miami Ave. Miami
305-646-4200
Interactive, hands-on, permanent and traveling exhibits for all ages. The Wildlife Center has live animals and reptiles, and is a facility dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured birds of prey. The Planetarium features laser light shows every first Friday night of the month, plus daily multimedia shows.Adults $20, seniors and students with ID $18, children $13, children under 3 are free. Right now, check out the new CSI: Crime Scene Insects exhibit, showing all summer long!
400 Rickenbacker Causeway Key Biscayne
305-361-5705
A place where dolphins walk on water and a killer whale flies through the air. Where slithery moray eels lurk in coral reef caverns, and giant sharks patrol their territory. Where sea lions delight children of all ages and endangered sea turtles and manatees find a safe haven. Open daily 9:30am to 6pm (includes holidays), box office closes at 4:30pm. Shows continue throughout the day. General admission (ages 10 years and up) is $37.95 plus tax; children (3-9) are $27.95 plus tax; children under age 3 are free. Annual passes are available for an additional $9.95 per person.
14805 SW 216th Street Miami
305-235-1611
Escape on a jungle safari. Explore the wilds of South America, Asia and Africa. Witness crab-eating monkeys diving for treats. Delve into the lush, tropical Amazonian Rainforest filled with hundreds of exotic monkeys. Enjoy the antics at the Ape Encounter. Other adventures include Cameroon Forest, Parrots of the World, and Lemurs of Madagascar. Continuous shows. Open daily 9:30am-5pm (ticket office closes 4pm). $25.95 adults and $19.95 children ages 3-9, children under 3 are free.
BRAND NEW: Rainforest Adventure offers a private tour and feeding of squirrel monkeys in a secluded area of the park. $89 per person.
770 NE 125 Street Joan Lehman Bldg. North Miami
MoCA is known for its provocative and innovative exhibitions and for seeking a fresh approach in examining the art of our time. Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm (Tuesday is by donation); last Friday of each month from 7pm-10pm (by donation); Sunday, noon-5pm. Adults $5; seniors and students with ID $3; children under 12, free. Last Friday of the month features free jazz concerts at 8pm.
Coconut Grove
305-261-6655
Experience the thrills of parasailing, hang gliding and sailing! No experience necessary thanks to Professional U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captains. Take-off and land from the platform of state of the art winch-boats for your safety.
T-shirts and digital photo packages available. Mention this ad and receive a free double dip!
Miami Beach
305-266-4144
Experience the thrills of parasailing, hang gliding and sailing! No experience necessary thanks to Professional U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captains. Take-off and land from the platform of state of the art winch-boats for your safety.
T-shirts and digital photo packages available. Mention this ad and receive a free double dip!
1006 N. U.S. Highway 27 Weston
888-424-7262
Feel the excitement and learn the history of Florida's most remarkable treasure: the Everglades. As a rare subtropical ecosystem, the Everglades holds spectacular mysteries. Renew your spirit as you glide across miles of river at speeds up to 35 mph, and get up close and personal with native wildlife, many of whom are endangered in this fragile ecosystem. See special offer in the magazine! Airboat rides 9am-5pm daily. www.evergladestours.com.
1001 Washington Ave. Miami Beach
305-531-1001
This state-of-the-art museum contains more than 100,000 American and European objects from 1885 to 1945. The focus is on ways that design shapes and reflects human experience. Narrated tours on Thursday and Friday at 6pm (Friday tours are free). Open Sat.-Tue. noon-6pm; Thur. and Fri., noon-9pm, Closed Wednesdays. Free admission on Fridays after 6pm, courtesy of The Miami Herald. Adults, $7 + tax; seniors 62+ and students, children 6-12, $5 + tax; under 6, free.
401 Biscayne Blvd. Bayside Marketplace Miami
305-371-FAST
Take a thrilling high-speed tour past some of Miami's most famous locales! The Northern trip takes passengers to see the Port of Miami, Miami Beach, Fisher Island, Biscayne Bay and mansions of some of Miami's most famous (and infamous!) residents. For a peek at more of Florida's natural beauty, take the Southern trip to Key Biscayne, Virginia Key, Stiltsville, the Cape Florida Lighthouse, No Name Harbor and more. Tours depart at 10am (call for early bird specials!), 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm, 5pm, sunset. Call for reservations and more info. Please note that some tours may be dependent on number of passengers. Tours leave from Bayside Marketplace.
3251 S. Miami Ave. Miami
305-250-9133
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens was built in 1916 as the winter home of agricultural industrialist James Deering. With its unique architecture, gardens and interiors, this National Historic Landmark and European-inspired estate offers the perfect place to spend an hour or an afternoon. Guided tours available. Open daily from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Admission is $15 for adults and $6 for children 6-12. Miami-Dade County residents pay $10. Programs for families and adults available.
12801 W. Sunrise Blvd. Sawgrass Mills Mall Sunrise
888-WANNADO
Wannado City named the best Edutainment concept in the world is America's first indoor role-playing theme park where kids' wishes come true in a realistic and imaginative way. Aimed at the 3-14 year-olds, Wannado City recreates all the sites of a major city from the point of view of its Kidizens, with many real-play venues and career possibilities. At Wannado City, kids can do what they Wannado! Hours subject to change; call for more info.
14710 SW 128th Street Kendall-Tamiami Airport Miami
305-233-5197
See examples of operating historic aircraft. More than 15 classic and military prop and jet driven aircraft on display including the 1942 Boeing Stearman PT-17, 1957 Ikarus and the TBM 3. Extensive classic and military aircraft models on display and for sale in the gift shop. $10 adults, $6 children, $7 seniors. Open Thursday-Sunday, 10am-5pm.
13755 SW 119th Avenue Miami
786-242-4255
Official museum of the World and U.S. Chess Federations. Learn the history of chess, including modern chess, college chess, chess in the Old West, chess and U.S. presidents, chess and baseball, Superman and chess, and early women and chess. Gift shop on premises. Suggested donation: $5 adults, $3 children.
1205 Washington Avenue Mezzanine Level Miami Beach
305-532-9336
A priceless collection of 4,000 pieces considered to be the greatest collection of fine, erotic art in the United States. Travel through time with artistic treasures that depict the biblical era; Greek and Roman mythology; antiquities from Asia, China, Japan, India and Africa, as well as contemporary works from Europe and the United States. There is also a research library of 250+ volumes on erotic art. Ages 18+ only. Open every day, 11am-midnight, $15.
5300 Powerline Road Fort Lauderdale
954-491-6265
Features 1/2 mile asphalt track, stock of 40 European Bowman Race Karts, racing at adrenaline pumping speeds up to 45 mph, comprehensive race analysis and live results on our 30 foot timing scoreboard and 4,000 square foot sports bar with 562 inch projection TV (one of the largest in South Florida). See special offer on page 24. Mon.-Thur., 3pm-10pm; Fri.-Sat., noon-midnight; Sun., noon-10pm.
