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Things to Do in Miami with Kids
Miami is a beach city first, and that's great news for families. Add a world-class science museum, parrots and flamingos, murals the size of buildings, and the Everglades an hour away, and you've got a trip kids will talk about for years. This guide is organized by area, with parent tips from our local guides and free picks flagged.
We run two Miami tours: an Oceanfront Donut Tour in South Beach and a Wynwood Art District tour. Both are family favorites, and both are easy to pair with a beach afternoon.
By the Underground Donut Tour team · Updated November 2026
At a glance
- Free favorites: South Pointe Park, the beaches, Lincoln Road, the Art Deco District, the murals around Wynwood, the parks on Key Biscayne
- Rainy day picks: Frost Science, Museum of Illusions Miami, Miami Children's Museum, PAMM
- Sweet treat: Our Miami donut tours welcome kids 2 and up, with kids' tickets from $55
Kid-friendly things to do in Miami, by neighborhood
South Beach and South of Fifth
South Pointe Park
FreeA playground, a splash pad, a fishing pier and views of the cruise ships heading out to sea.
The beach
FreeThe calmer water near South Pointe and the lifeguard towers make it a good base with kids.
Lincoln Road
FreeA pedestrian mall with shops and treats, free to stroll.
Museum of Illusions Miami
Rainy day pick40-plus interactive illusions on Lincoln Road. Kids ages 4 to 11 pay a reduced price and kids under 3 are free.
Art Deco District walk
FreePastel buildings along Ocean Drive make for great family photos.
Parent tip: Our Oceanfront Donut Tour begins in South of Fifth, a short walk from South Pointe Park. Do the tour in the morning, then head to the splash pad and the beach.
Downtown and Museum Park
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Rainy day pickAn aquarium you can look up into, a planetarium and hands-on science galleries. A top pick for kids.
Parent tip: Go when it opens, then picnic in Museum Park.
Watson Island
Miami Children's Museum
Rainy day pickHands-on play spaces for younger kids, next door to Jungle Island.
Wynwood
Wynwood Walls and the surrounding streets
Giant murals everywhere, with many free to see from the sidewalk.
Parent tip: Our Wynwood tour mixes treats with the history of the neighborhood's street art, and families have rated it wheelchair and stroller friendly.
Coral Gables, Key Biscayne and South Miami-Dade
Venetian Pool
A historic Coral Gables pool carved from a coral rock quarry, with waterfalls and grottoes.
Parent tip: Check the minimum age and seasonal hours before you go.
Crandon Park and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
Calm beaches and a lighthouse on Key Biscayne.
Zoo Miami
One of the country's largest zoos, with a subtropical climate that lets animals live in open habitats.
Everglades National Park
Airboat rides nearby and Shark Valley's tram tour, where kids spot alligators and wading birds.
Sweet treats and kid-friendly eats
Underground Donut Tour (kids' tickets from $55, ages 2 and up). Our Miami Oceanfront Donut Tour walks South Beach with stops for donuts, pastelitos, Cuban coffee for the grown-ups and plenty of Art Deco history. Our Wynwood Art District Donut Tour pairs sweet stops with the neighborhood's famous murals.
Taste Miami's best donuts on one walk
Kids 2 and up are welcome. Guides set an easy pace for little legs.
Parent tip: Let us know about allergies or dietary needs when you book, and download our free Kids' Activity Book for the trip.
What families say about our Miami tours
"Kenneth was fantastic. He adjusted to our family which was not easy having 2 little ones! We learned a lot about Miami and about donuts!"
Dimitris, Airbnb, February 2024
"Great tour, adults and kids all loved it."
Michael, Airbnb, February 2025
"My daughter was all about the sweet treats (major highlight!). It's a great pick for families, and it was wheelchair accessible, which made everything easy and stress-free."
TripAdvisor reviewer, Wynwood tour, May 2026
"We took a family trip (5 adults, 1 teen) and had a blast... It was a sweet way to spend a morning in South Beach!"
K. Holley, TripAdvisor, March 2025
"We experienced this tour as a family of three. Joanna was an excellent tour guide."
TripAdvisor reviewer, May 2026
"My family and I are locals and we had an amazing experience... The highlight though was creating our own street art with graffiti!!"
Emely C., TripAdvisor, October 2025
All 5-star guest reviews.
Exploring on your own? Our Best Donut Shops in Miami guide lists the city's best donut shops by neighborhood, and Best Holiday Donuts in Miami covers the festive specials.
Sample days
Day 1: South Beach
- Morning: Oceanfront Donut Tour.
- South Pointe Park's splash pad and playground.
- Afternoon beach time.
- Evening stroll on Lincoln Road with a stop at the Museum of Illusions.
Day 2: Museums and animals
- Frost Science when it opens.
- Lunch at Museum Park.
- Jungle Island or the Miami Children's Museum on Watson Island.
- Sunset over Biscayne Bay.
Day 3: Wynwood and Key Biscayne
- Morning: Wynwood tour and murals.
- Lunch in Wynwood.
- Afternoon on the calm beach at Crandon Park.
- Optional extra day: the Everglades or Zoo Miami.
Miami with kids by season
Holidays
- Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park: opens Nov 12, 2026.
- Luminosa at Jungle Island: Nov 25, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027.
- Zoo Miami holiday lights: Nov 27 to Dec 30, 2026.
- For seasonal treats, see Best Holiday Donuts in Miami.
The rest of the year
- Winter and spring: the best weather of the year. Book early around spring break.
- Summer: hot, humid and stormy in the afternoons. Beach in the morning, museums after lunch.
- Fall: warm water and fewer crowds once school is back in session.
- Sunscreen, water and hats go a long way with kids any time of year.
Miami with kids FAQ
Is the Miami donut tour good for kids?
Yes. Kids 2 and up are welcome, the routes are flat walks, and guides adjust the pace for families. Kids' tickets start at $55.
Which Miami tour is better for families with little kids?
Both work well. The Oceanfront tour is close to the beach and South Pointe Park, and the Wynwood tour is great for kids who love art and color.
What are free things to do in Miami with kids?
South Pointe Park, the beaches, Lincoln Road, the Art Deco District, the murals around Wynwood and the parks on Key Biscayne.
What's a good rainy-day plan?
Frost Science, the Museum of Illusions, the Miami Children's Museum or PAMM.