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KIDS AND FAMILIES: Combined Categories
Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Discovery And Science	Fairchild Garden
Discover how much fun science can be! The Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science has some of the finest exhibits from around the nation. Experience our state-of-the-art 3D film technology five stories high in the museum's BLOCKBUSTER IMAX Theatre.	With its museum of plant exploration, 16,000-square-foot conservatory, and 83 park-like acres, Fairchild Garden is brimming with adventure for the entire family.
Everglades National Park (National Park Service)	Aventura Mall Kid's Club
Spanning the southern tip of the Florida peninsula and most of Florida Bay, Everglades National Park is the only subtropical preserve in North America. The park is known for its rich bird life, particularly large wading birds, such as the roseate spoonbill, wood stork, great blue heron and a variety of egrets. It is also the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles exist side by side.	Yes, even the mall can be fun for children. The Kid's Adventure Club hosts themed monthly events featuring local talent and fun for the entire family. Set in the Sears courtyard, "Adventurer's Cove" playground is a safe and exciting place where kids can enjoy their visit to Aventura Mall.
Jewish Museum of Florida	Miami Museum of Science
Jewish Museum of Florida: Home of MOSAIC is in a former synagogue that housed Miami Beach's first congregation. Built in 1936 and on the National Register of Historic Places, the building -- that underwent a two- year restoration of $1.5 million -- boasts Art Deco features, a copper dome, a marble bimah and 80 stained-glass windows	The Museum plays a leadership role in informing and exciting South Florida's residents and visitors about all areas of science including: the physical and natural sciences, astronomy, technology, and the area's unique ecology. Check out the website for the planetarium show schedule and current exhibits.
Parrot Jungle Island	Miami Seaquarium
A long time favorite of Miami residents and visitors, Parrot Jungle and Gardens is a world-renowned bird sanctuary and tropical jungle theme park. It is home to over 1,000 varieties of tropical plants and over 1,200 rare birds and animals.	Come out to Miami Seaquarium for a wonderful day of family fun. We've got some exciting shows, great exhibits and enjoyable, educational presentations in our beautifully landscaped park overlooking Biscayne Bay. All the entertainment is included in the price of your admission.
Monkey Jungle	Miami Metro Zoo
When Joseph DuMond, an inquisitive animal behaviorist, released six monkeys into the wilds of a dense South Florida hammock in 1933, he didn’t realize his endeavors would help shape the attitudes of many in the primatological and zoological fields. The release fifty years ago of that small Java troop signified the beginning of the larger thriving troop that runs free at MONKEY JUNGLE today.	The Miami Metro Zoo provides hours of entertainment and education for the whole family. Explore the wonders of tropical America at Dr. Wilde’s World, an air-conditioned, indoor, hands-on exhibit of discovery and exploration for all ages. Play outside in the Rivers of the World plaza, on life-size animal sculptures and hear calls of the wild.
Florida Everglades Holiday Park	Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Visit the Florida Everglades and witness nature's wonders all around you while gliding over a river of grass in an airboat! It's a thrill plus educational. Stay a while in our campground facilities or rent a boat to explore on your own.	Vizcaya Museum and Gardens preserves in its historical context the legacy of a romantic Italian villa on Biscayne Bay. Through scholarly research and educational programs, Vizcaya fosters a deep appreciation of its architectural and artistic achievements and inspires the residents and visitors of Miami-Dade County to participate in the preservation of our heritage.
Ft. Lauderdale Children's Theatre	Butterfly World
The Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre is a not-for-profit, developmental center for the theatre arts founded in 1952 for the purpose of providing programs and services to youth and adults.	Worlds largest live butterfly theme park. Waterfalls, bridges, 5000 live butterflies, hummingbirds, botanical gardens, museum, cafe gift shop, suspension bridge, plant shop, classical music...absolute heaven in South Florida.
Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre	Fantasy Theatre Factory
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre is one of Florida's major critically acclaimed non-profit cultural institutions and is dedicated to entertaining and culturally enriching South Florida audiences by producing quality live theatre for adults and children at affordable prices.	Fantasy Theatre Factory is a Florida touring children's theatre company based in South Florida. We are professional adult performers that provide quality cultural programming for children and family audiences. This has been our mission since 1979 - over 20 years! Each year, our programs reach over 150,000 children in over 400 programs.
Miami Ice Arena	The Ancient Spanish Monastery, St. Bernard de Clairvaux
The Miami Ice Arena is a full featured family entertainment center with fun filled activities for all ages! Find information on this website about skating, hockey, lessons and birthday parties.	The Monastery of St. Bernard de Clairvaux was built as the Monastery of Our Lady, Queen of the Angels, in Segovia, Spain in the 12th century. In 1925, William Randolph Hearst purchased the monastery had it shipped to Miami - stone by stone. Come see this popular attraction North Miami Beach.