Seven Days in Miami: Fun in the Sun with Mom and Son

  1. Day 1: South Beach Boardwalk
    15 minutes (4.3 miles) from Miami International Airport

    Start your trip with a stroll or bike ride along the iconic South Beach Boardwalk. Take in the stunning ocean views and the colorful buildings of Art Deco Historic District.

  2. Day 2: Jungle Island
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    24 minutes (7.2 miles) from South Beach

    Meet exotic animals and birds at Jungle Island, a zoological park featuring interactive exhibits and shows, located on Watson Island. Highlights include lemurs, orangutans, and parrots.

  3. Day 3: Miami Children's Museum
    20 minutes (5.8 miles) from Jungle Island

    Kids can play, learn, and explore at Miami Children's Museum, a hands-on museum with exhibits on art, science, and culture. Check out the Animal Clinic, the Supermarket, and the Castle of Dreams.

  4. Day 4: Biscayne National Park
    40 minutes (28.7 miles) from Miami Children's Museum

    Escape to the wilderness at Biscayne National Park, where you can snorkel, canoe, kayak, or hike in crystal-clear waters filled with colorful coral reefs, mangrove forests, and endangered wildlife.

  5. Day 5: Wynwood Walls
    30 minutes (11.8 miles) from Biscayne National Park

    Discover the vibrant street art scene of Miami at Wynwood Walls, a free outdoor museum featuring graffiti, murals, and paintings by renowned artists. Snap some Instagram-worthy pictures and grab a coffee or a snack at one of the nearby cafes or food trucks.

  6. Day 6: Miami Science Museum
    23 minutes (6.2 miles) from Wynwood Walls

    Get your geek on at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, an innovative science center with interactive exhibits on astronomy, engineering, biology, and technology. Check out the planetarium, the aquarium, and the outdoor science park.

  7. Day 7: Miami Seaquarium
    23 minutes (10.2 miles) from Miami Science Museum

    Say goodbye to Miami with a splash at the Miami Seaquarium, a marine park offering shows, exhibits, and encounters with dolphins, sea lions, and killer whales. Don't miss the Flipper and Lolita performances!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • South Beach Boardwalk (2 hours, free)
  • Jungle Island (3 hours, $50 per adult, $37 per child)
  • Miami Children's Museum (3 hours, $22 per person)
  • Biscayne National Park (4 hours, $30 per vehicle)
  • Wynwood Walls (2 hours, free)
  • Miami Science Museum (3 hours, $28 per adult, $20 per child)
  • Miami Seaquarium (4 hours, $50 per adult, $40 per child)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $643 for two adults and one child

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, the Perez Art Museum Miami, or the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. If you have less time, skip Biscayne National Park or Miami Seaquarium, or combine some of the museums into one day. Don't forget to pack sunscreen, water bottles, and comfortable shoes!

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