Places Kids Get in FREE in Miami (2026 Family Guide)

FREE in Miami? Yes, it's actually possible! There's alot to do with the kids for free here in the 305. Whether you’re planning a family weekend, summer outing, or budget-friendly adventure, there are tons of attractions offering free admission for children on certain days or at certain ages.

Here’s your easy guide to museums, gardens, zoos, and family attractions where kids can enter FREE in South Florida.

Free Museums for Kids in Miami

Pérez Art Museum Miami

Kids ages 6 and under get in FREE every day.

Free for Everyone: Second Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

📍 Address: 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

The Bass

Children under 12 get in FREE year-round.

Free for Everyone: Last Sunday of every month. 

📍 Address: 2100 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Wolfsonian–FIU

Kids under 6 enter FREE.

Free for Everyone: Friday evenings. 

📍 Address: 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Miami Children's Museum

One of Miami’s best indoor attractions for kids.

Free Day: Third Friday of every month from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

📍 Address: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132

Frost Science Museum

Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

 Multi-level science experience + aquarium + planetarium all in one, right in the heart of Downtown Miami.

  Free admission for children under 3

 📍 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Institute of Contemporary Art Miami

FREE admission for all ages Wednesday through Sunday. 

📍 Address: 61 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137

Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum

Always FREE for kids and adults. 

📍 Address: 10975 SW 17th St, Miami, FL 33199

Museum of Miami

Formerly known as HistoryMiami Museum.

Kids under 6 enter FREE.

Free for Everyone: Second Saturday of every month during Free Family Fun Day. 

📍 Address: 101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130

Gold Coast Railroad Museum

Free admission on the first Saturday of every month.

📍 Address: 12450 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177

Gardens & Outdoor Attractions Where Kids Get in Free:

Miami Beach Botanical Garden

FREE admission for everyone year-round.

Families can explore tropical gardens, ponds, and shaded walking paths.

📍 Address: 2000 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
🌐 Website: Miami Beach Botanical Garden

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Kids ages 3 and under get in FREE.

📍 Address: 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156
🌐 Website: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

Children ages 5 and under enter FREE.

📍 Address: 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33129
🌐 Website: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

Zoos & Animal Attractions with Free Kids Admission:

Zoo Miami

Kids ages 2 and under get in FREE year-round.

📍 Address: 12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177
🌐 Website: Zoo Miami

Butterfly World:

Children ages 2 and under receive FREE admission.

📍 Address: 3600 W Sample Rd, Coconut Creek, FL 33073
🌐 Website: Butterfly World

Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long

The Kids Bowl Free program lets children bowl 2 FREE games every day all summer long at participating bowling centers across the country.

Why families love it:

• 2 free games daily for kids

• Perfect indoor activity for hot or rainy days

• Great budget-friendly summer activity

• Over 1,300 participating locations nationwide

Participating Miami Area Locations:

• Bird Bowl

• Kings Dining & Entertainment Doral

🔗 Sign up for Kids Bowl Free HERE

Free Playgroups & Story Times for Babies & Toddlers

South Florida also has tons of FREE playgroups, story times, music classes, and toddler activities perfect for little ones. Many are hosted at local libraries, community centers, and family spaces throughout Miami-Dade.

These free programs are great for:

• Babies & toddlers

• Meeting other local parents

• Early learning through music, movement, and play

• Free indoor activities for little kids

🔗 Check out my full guide to FREE baby & toddler playgroups in South Florida HERE

Families can also check out the Miami Dade Public Library  museum passes for free admission to select Miami attractions.

Miami Playgrounds Guide

Many of Miami’s best playgrounds are completely FREE to visit, making them perfect for budget-friendly family fun year-round.

Check out my full guide to the best playgrounds in Miami here:

🔗 HERE

Miami Splash Pads Guide

Splash pads are one of the best ways to cool off in South Florida  and the best part is most are FREE or low-cost for families.

Check out my full guide to the best splash pads in Miami here:

🔗 HERE

My Mom-Approved Summer Savings Hack: South Florida Adventure Pass 

The South Florida Adventure Pass is one of the best summer deals for families in South Florida. One pass gives you unlimited admission to 5 popular family attractions from May 15 through September 30, 2026. 

Find out more here: South Florida Adventure Pass

Included Attractions:

Zoo Miami

Butterfly World

Flamingo Gardens

Museum of Discovery & Science

Sawgrass Recreation Park 

Pass Details:

• Valid: May 15 – September 30, 2026

• Includes unlimited admission to all 5 attractions

• Adult Pass: $60 + tax

• Child Pass (ages 3–12): $50 + tax

• Existing annual passholders at participating attractions can upgrade for discounted pricing