Paradox Museum Miami

A three-story indoor playground with laser tag, glowing bumper cars, bungee jumping and a 7-D theater attached, which is what a rainy afternoon needs.

A boutique play cafe in Wynwood and Edgewater with gentle play for the youngest kids.

An outdoor gallery of huge murals, seen at walking pace, with the rest of the district's walls free to look at.

A waterfront Italian restaurant with a dressy atmosphere and a popular brunch, for a special-occasion meal.

A three-level aquarium where kids touch stingrays, plus a planetarium and a hands-on body exhibit even toddlers can manage.

A modern art museum on Biscayne Bay with hanging gardens, a waterfront terrace and a restaurant on site.