MUSEUMS OF SCIENCE, DISCOVERY & IMAGINATION FOR ALL AGES

Phillip And Patricia Frost Museum Of Science

Miami’s landmark Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science anchors a corner of Maurice A. Ferré Park overlooking Biscayne Bay in Downtown Miami. It’s one of only a few science museums in the world to boast both an aquarium and planetarium under one roof. The hands-on, interactive exhibits make for a perfect family-friendly outing. The Gulf Stream Aquarium spans three floors and includes an open tank at the rooftop. You’ll spy hammerhead sharks, stingrays and mahi-mahi swimming in the 500,000-gallon tank.

MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

For the young – and the young at heart – Miami Children’s Museum is a must-visit attraction.

Located midway between Downtown Miami and Miami Beach on Biscayne Bay along the MacArthur Causeway on Watson Island, the museum is filled with fun activities that emphasize art, culture, community, communication, imagination and creativity.

It’s also home to a two-story sandcastle of dreams, a Curious George gallery, a cruise ship exhibit with a replica of a navigational station, and Pet Central, a special gallery that allows kids to learn what it’s like to be a veterinarian.

Museum Of Illusions

For an eye-popping, social media-worthy adventure, visit the Museum of Illusions, where guests interact directly with surreal 3D installations created by some of the world’s top artists.

Located on Lincoln Road in South Beach, this mind-bending attraction features 40+ illusions inspired by current events, movies and pop culture.

Let your imagination run wild with fun-for-all-ages experiences, such as walking on the edge of a skyscraper, flying on a magic carpet, surviving the lava bridge and more.

Transportation Wonders

Gold Coast Railroad Museum

Have a love for “The Little Engine that Could”?

The Gold Coast Railroad Museum in South Dade is a must-see for train enthusiasts and collectors. With more than 40 passenger cars, freight cars, locomotives and antique railway equipment, you’ll want to hop aboard! Ride one of the many historic railway cars (offered on weekends), view the Ferdinand Magellan (the private railroad car built for President Franklin D. Roosevelt) and explore the vast array of model trains while learning about Miami’s locomotive history.

Wings Over Miami Air Museum

Ready for takeoff? You will be upon visiting Wings Over Miami Air Museum, a tribute to veterans, aviators and aircraft history. See the evolution of flight at the museum’s location in Kendall as well as restored and maintained military and classic aircrafts, some of which even take off into the wild blue yonder on weekends. Be the pilot of your own aircraft after a visit to the gift shop, which features model kits, videos and clothing for adults and children.