Jungle Island

Miami, Florida, US

Jungle Island is an interactive zoological park on Watson Island in Miami, offering close encounters with exotic animals and birds alongside family-friendly attractions. At $49.95 admission, it blends wildlife education with amusement‑park energy for a lively day out.

Why choose Jungle Island

You’ll walk among tropical birds and hand‑feed friendly creatures, a level of interaction you rarely find in a traditional zoo. The blend of animal encounters and light rides gives a playful edge that city museums and standard parks lack.

Best for: Families · Kids · Photography

Start your Miami island adventure

Begin at Jungle Island, then walk to nearby museums for a relaxed half‑day exploring wildlife and art.

1. Morning — Jungle Island
2. 11:00 — Miami Children's Museum
3. Afternoon — Pérez Art Museum Miami

Visit tips

• Arrive right at opening to see birds most active.
• Bring a light jacket for the zip‑line and outdoor areas.
• Arrive early; the park opens at 09:30 and crowds build by mid‑morning.
• Allow 3–4 hours to explore exhibits and try the zip‑line experience.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 3–4 hours
• Best time of day: Morning, before 11:00
• Hours: 09:30–17:00
• Entry: $49.95
• Booking: not required — Buy tickets online to skip the line
• Category: zoo
• Rated 4.1 by 6584 reviewers
• Tags: animal encounters, family friendly, outdoor fun

Nearby attractions

• Bayside Marketplace — attraction, 18 min walk
• Kaseya Center — stadium, 16 min walk
• Pérez Art Museum Miami — museum, 14 min walk
• Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science — aquarium, 16 min walk
• Miami Children's Museum — attraction, 3 min walk
• Chili's Grill & Bar — Downtown Miami — bar, 18 min walk

More things to do in Miami

• Bayside Marketplace
• Dolphin Mall
• Wynwood Walls
• Versailles Restaurant Cuban Cuisine
• Kaseya Center
• Zoo Miami

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