Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Bay Harbor Islands

"A gift from Hugh Taylor, the 180-acre park includes nature trails, cycling, fishing, and a lagoon and beach that are perfect for paddleboarding, kayaking or canoeing. Canoe rentals are $20.00 an hour for three people and limited to the lagoon; single kayaks are $20.00 per hour with access to both the freshwater lagoon and the beach, and paddleboard rentals are $35.00 an hour also with access to the lagoon and beach. The park is adjacent to Fort Lauderdale Beach and hosts one of the largest nesting grounds for loggerhead sea turtles in the world."

"The Hugh Taylor Birch State Park sits next to the Atlantic Ocean and if you love wildlife then you mustn’t miss the chance to visit. The park is home to a huge number of local species such as the gopher tortoise, turtles, and marsh rabbits and you can also find over 200 kinds of birds here. As well as hiking trails that are perfect for walking or cycling, there is a beach area as well as a lagoon that stretches for over a mile and is filled with fresh water."

"For even more beach photography, check out Fort Lauderdale’s version of Central Park. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is located on abarrier island nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Here, youcan enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and canoeing, all with a beautiful backdrop!"

"Wynwood is a hip neighborhood just north of downtown that features a beautiful fenced enclosure of some of the freshest art available. Wynwood Walls are a group of several building facades regularly painted by commissioned artists. No matter if this is the first or 100th trip to Miami, there is always something new to photograph and see."

"In the midst of rusted warehouses and concrete blah, there's a pastel-and-graffiti explosion of urban art. Wynwood Walls is a collection of murals and paintings laid out over an open courtyard that invariably..."

"Running through the center of Fort Lauderdale from the Central Business District to Fort Lauderdale Beach, Las Olas Boulevard is a modern thoroughfare packed with one-of-a-kind shops, unique galleries, buzzing restaurants, trendy boutiques, and busy nightclubs. Las Olas boasts an artistic Mediterranean influence in the architecture of its buildings and finely landscaped green spaces, creating a beautiful space where visitors can enjoy the sights and sounds of Florida’s most famous street. If you are wondering what to do in Fort Lauderdale today, this is a great place to start exploring."

"Neighborhoods300 SW First Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301MoreLess Info. Las Olas Riverfront is an open-air shopping and dining complex that includes restaurants, a flea market, shops and movie theatres, a science museum, art galleries and a hotel."

"Interactive and STEM-savvy exhibits accompany the classic kid-sized supermarket, animal clinic, and firefighter and police zones at the Miami Children’s Museum. The virtual aquarium animates kids’ drawings to become part of an undersea environment, while a musical staircase—where every step plays a different tune—leads to the gigantic cruise ship on the second floor, which kids can explore. Photo: Courtesy of Claire Sibonney"

"The Miami Children’s Museum is a non-profit institution that opened in 2003. Its 56,500-square foot facility has over 14 permanent exhibits, classrooms, and other amenities."

"For those of you who want a little more variety (or for those that don't like shopping), you can stop at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, where there is something for everyone. Guests have the option to enjoy the casino, horse racing, live entertainment and more."

"I'm not allergic to gluten but I eat NonGMo and they also are 100% non gmo.Including the meats and eggs, plus organic."

"1945 Hollywood Boulevard Located in the heart of the Historic District in Downtown Hollywood, Anniversary Park is beautifully landscaped with magnolia and oak trees, bamboo and flowering shrubs. The park offers benches and game tables as well as a shaded and turfed play ground area for toddlers and children."

"Before donuts became hip and pastry chefs got their hands on them, they were the everyman’s breakfast pastry. Dandee Donuts is one of the few independent places where you can still grab an old-school, traditional donut. You can also sit down and have an omelet, a patty melt, or even a pizza here."

"America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches and donuts. Stop by or order ahead with the Dunkin’ App."

"Scott was the most attentive and helped me find what I was looking for. She’s truly great and I’ll be back!"

"A Fort Lauderdale mainstay and local institution, Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show is an absolute must-do. This restaurant has served excellent, traditional Cantonese and American dishes in an exotic atmosphere for almost half a century. The decor makes you feel like you are on a Polynesian village, with a thatch roof, statues, tiki torches, and a bridge at the entrance."

"Cushioned in couture, Politan Row (formerly known as St. Roch Market) is the Design District’s answer to traditional retail dining. From a vegan bakery to a fried chicken stand, this laid-back emporium holds space for an eclectic group of food entrepreneurs to show off their knife skills."

"GREAT BREAKFAST PLACE WITH THAT SIGNIFICANT OTHER, THEY DESERVED A GREAT BREAKFAST FOR TREATING YOU SO SPECIAL. LEAVE A NICE TIP WITH YOUR COFFEE TO GO!!"