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HistoryMiami museum hosts a free Family Fun Day the second Saturday of every month, with free admission for all. The free admission is all day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with activities taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is required to participate. You can register online. The theme rotates monthly, usually …

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The Miami Seaquarium offers occasional discounts for admission and for various animal encounters. Tickets at the gate are normally $49.99 for visitors 10 and older and $39.99 for children 3 to 9. Sales tax is additional. Miami Seaquarium discounts Miami Seaquarium offers these discounts (you can check for more deals online): Visitors can get $6 …

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Want to visit Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden? The 83-acre garden in Coral Cables, established in 1938, offers visitors a chance to see all kinds of rare and interesting tropical plants. Fairchild also hosts festivals, workshops and classes all year. Admission to this Coral Gables attraction typically costs $24.95 for adults, $17.95 for seniors and $15.95 …

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The historic Bonnet House & Gardens in Fort Lauderdale, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional events. Bonnet House is one of the oldest buildings in Broward County. It was built as a private home in 1920, on land bought by Broward pioneer Hugh Taylor Birch in …

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With a focus on protecting oceans and sea turtles, the Marine Environmental Education Center in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat. The female turtle on site is not releasable due to injuries from boats, according to a representative …

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When evenings are little cooler, many folks like to spend more time outdoors, in nature. And if you are the eco-adventurous type who enjoys daytime birdwatching, owl walks and nature trails or campfires and night hikes, here is a list of some of the best that Miami-Dade Parks have to offer. Check specific park websites …

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  Deerfield Island is not open until further notice     Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that’s accessible by boat. You can ride free on a water shuttle to Deerfield Island Natural Area, weather permitting, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs …

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Tons of free entertainment and activities are offered in South Florida, and readers enthusiastically provided some of their favorites. It’s interesting to see what other South Floridians enjoy. It offers valuable ideas for residents and tourists who appreciate wallet-friendly fun. These favorites were provided by readers when they entered a previous drawing for a free …

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The Society of the Four Arts is home to peaceful, colorful gardens that you can visit for free almost anytime. In addition, the Garden Club of Palm Beach offers free community events here. You’ll find the Four Arts at 100 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL. Sculpture and botanical gardens are free The Philip Hulitar …

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