Zoo Miami

Zoo Miami, Florida, United States
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What to expect

Zoo Miami, also known as the Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens, is a zoological park and garden located in Miami, Florida. It is the largest zoo in Florida and houses over 3,000 animals of around 500 species on almost 750 acres of land. The zoo features over 100 exhibits, including a free-flight aviary and an Australian section. With its subtropical climate, Zoo Miami provides a unique environment for visitors to explore and learn about various animal species. The zoo's large, open-air exhibits allow visitors to enjoy beautiful and endangered wildlife at a safe yet remarkably close range, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

Plan your family visit to the Zoo Miami with these blog insights 👇

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Best Things to Do in Miami with Kids | Kid-Friendly Miami Vacations

Best Things to Do in Miami with Kids | Kid-Friendly Miami Vacations
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the largest tropical zoo in the United States

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the animals in a natural environment ✨

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20 Must-Do Family Vacation in Miami with Toddlers & Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Zoo Miami, exploring the exhibits, enjoying the animals, and participating in activities like feeding giraffes and petting farm animals

Highlights: The kids loved the animals, especially the giraffes, elephants, kangaroos, and koalas. They also enjoyed the petting farm and the wide paths for strollers at the zoo ✨

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Fun Things To Do In Miami with Kids 2024 (Must Sees)
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Zoo Miami, the oldest and largest zoo in Florida. We explored the African Savannah, the Florida Everglades, and the other exhibits that showcased the natural habitats of the 3000 animals. We also enjoyed the interactive experiences, such as animal encounters and programs for school groups

Highlights: The kids loved seeing all the different animals, especially the African Savannah and the Florida Everglades exhibits. They also enjoyed the interactive experiences, such as animal encounters and programs for school groups ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Zoo Miami and saw many animals, including jaguars and anacondas

Highlights: The kids loved the animal encounters and the playgrounds ✨

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5 unexpected highlights in fabulous Florida with kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the zoo with our three kids and explored the various exhibits

Highlights: The kids really enjoyed picking out some of the obvious and not so obvious creatures, and we had great fun playing 'find the animal' in a lot of the spacious enclosures ✨