Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Toddler-friendly nature spot in Miami Beach, FL
2000 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 331390 mo–10 yrs
45–120 min
morning
Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM; closed Mondays and major holidays. Call 305-673-7256 to confirm weekend hours. No bikes or scooters inside; leashed pets allowed.
A free 3-acre garden with shaded paths, the Gnome & Fairy Children's Garden (an interactive play space where kids write letters to the gnomes and get handwritten replies), a bunny hutch, a koi pond, a Japanese garden with a red bridge and lawns where picnics are welcome.
Why kids love it
Bunnies to feed ($1 hay at the Botanical Boutique), koi to watch and a fairy garden made for small kids, all free.
Miami Beach · Miami-Dade Beaches
🎒 Packing list
- • Bug spray
- • Water bottles
- • Sunscreen
- • Hat
- • Closed-toe shoes
- • Wipes
Safety notes
- ! Stay on boardwalks and trails — this is gator country
- ! Never let a toddler approach the water's edge
- ! Check for ticks after grassy trails
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Quick facts
- Address
- 2000 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Cost
- Free admission. Bunny hay $1 at the Botanical Boutique. Convention Center Garage rooftop parking $2/hour with validation from the Boutique, or street parking
- Ages
- 0–10 yr
- Time needed
- 45–120 minutes
- Best time
- morning
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Yes
- Stroller access
- Yes
- Hours
- Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM; closed Mondays and major holidays. Call 305-673-7256 to confirm weekend hours. No bikes or scooters inside; leashed pets allowed.
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Questions about Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Is Miami Beach Botanical Garden good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Miami Beach Botanical Garden for ages 0–10 yr. Bunnies to feed ($1 hay at the Botanical Boutique), koi to watch and a fairy garden made for small kids, all free.
How much does Miami Beach Botanical Garden cost?
Miami Beach Botanical Garden is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Miami Beach Botanical Garden?
Most families spend 45 to 120 minutes. It is at its best in the morning. Tue–Fri 9 AM–5 PM; closed Mondays and major holidays. Call 305-673-7256 to confirm weekend hours. No bikes or scooters inside; leashed pets allowed.
Does Miami Beach Botanical Garden have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Miami Beach Botanical Garden has shade and stroller access. We have no record of restrooms here, so check before you go.
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