Miami Children's Museum (Miami)

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Miami Children's Museum in Miami: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12; General admission $26 per person (adults and children pay the same).

Address980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132

HoursOpen daily 10am-6pm. The museum's own listed hours also show Christmas Eve 10am-4pm, New Year's Eve 10am-4pm, and New Year's Day 1pm-6pm. On the second Saturday of each month, Sensory Friendly Saturday runs before/with modified opening for pre-registered families (see report).

PricesGeneral admission $26 per person (adults and children pay the same)

Price notesFlorida Residents $20 with valid State of Florida ID (stated on the museum's own tickets page). Children under 12 months free; members free. The museum's FAQ states it offers select discounts for Florida residents, City of Miami residents, military families, veterans, members, and qualifying community programs (individual rates not published on the page read). No Museums for All terms were stated on the official pages read.

Age notesOnly official age fact on the tickets page is that children under 12 months receive free admission; all other visitors pay the same per-person price. The museum states it offers toddler-friendly exhibits and sensory play for young learners and early childhood development. No official teen (13-17) tier or program range was found, so 13-17 is not included. Adults are not admitted without a child, and children are not admitted without an adult.

BookingAdvance online ticket purchase is recommended by the museum, especially during busy weekends, holidays, and seasonal events; walk-up is not stated to be prohibited. Sensory Friendly Saturday is free but requires RSVP/registration.

Suggested timeAbout 3 hours

AccessibilityAccessibility page: 'The entirety of the Museum is ADA compliant and wheelchair/mobility aid accessible,' including exhibits (ramp accessible), restrooms and water fountains; two adult wheelchairs available first-come, first-served. Sensory bags (headphones, fidgets) available; Multi-Sensory/Snoezelen Room; monthly Sensory Friendly Saturday with lowered sound and lighting and limited admission; museum describes itself as offering Certified Autism Center services. One caregiver/therapist admitted free with a family (arrange by email in advance).

ParkingMiami Parking Authority lot on the east side of the museum, 343 spaces, $2 per hour, seven days a week (museum's Plan Your Visit page). The lot has 8 accessible parking spots (Accessibility page).

Verified perk: Bank of America Museums on Us — free admission first full weekend monthlyMiami Children's Museum is on Bank of America's current official Museums on Us partner list: free general admission for Bank of America / Merrill / Private Bank cardholders on the first full weekend (Sat–Sun) of every month; one admission per cardholder.

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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.

Miami Children's Museum — Miami, Florida

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