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Dive into Wicked Wonderland, an immersive family adventure in Miami where whimsical characters, mad tea parties, and botanical surprises await. Perfect for explorers of all ages craving a playful outdoor escape.
Dive into Wicked Wonderland, an immersive family adventure in Miami where whimsical characters, mad tea parties, and botanical surprises await. Perfect for explorers of all ages craving a playful outdoor escape.
Book with The Kampong - National Tropical Botanical Gardens
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Operated by The Kampong - National Tropical Botanical Gardens · Miami, Florida
easy.
1–2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels, including young children and seniors, with minimal walking required.
Yes, this experience is designed for all ages and is especially fun for families with children.
Comfortable clothing and shoes, plus a hat and water bottle, are recommended to enjoy the outdoor elements.
Wicked Wonderland operates year-round, tailored to Miami’s subtropical climate with some seasonal botanical changes.
Costumes are encouraged to enhance the immersive feel but not required to join the fun.
Yes, the site is designed to accommodate guests with mobility needs, with mostly flat, easy paths.
Yes, private bookings and special events are available; contact the operators directly for details.
Miami’s rise as a subtropical playground began in the early 20th century, with a rich cultural mix influencing today’s artistic outdoor experiences.
Wicked Wonderland encourages respect for local flora and fauna, promoting Leave No Trace principles to protect Miami’s green spaces.
The Kampong — part of the National Tropical Botanical Gardens — is a historic tropical garden located in Miami, Florida on the shores of Biscayne Bay. The site preserves the Fairchild-Sweeney House and showcases the legacy of plant explorer David Fairchild through extensive exotic fruit trees, rare tropical species, and curated collections. Visitors can choose docent-led guided tours that highlight the estate’s history and plant collections, or self-guided tours that allow leisurely exploration with a provided map. The Kampong hosts a rotating schedule of hands-on workshops and classes set in the garden landscape. Offerings include cyanotype printing for fabric, community indigo dip workshops teaching Shibori resist dyeing, edible gardening programming presented with UF/IFAS (recommended for ages 12 and up), watercolor courses led by local artist Eileen Seitz, and all-levels yoga with Sam Reynolds. Forest bathing sessions guided by neuroscientist Karina Del Punta focus on sensory practices grounded in science; evening Moonrise Forest Bathing is offered under the full moon. Several specialty experiences such as macrophotography, ikebana, functional movement, and seasonal events invite creative engagement with plants and place. Cyanotype workshops note limited spaces to encourage advance booking. The Kampong combines plant conservation, education, and cultural programming on a historic estate, offering both structured interpretation and independent discovery for visitors interested in botany, art, sustainability, and Miami’s tropical landscape. Public programs emphasize hands-on learning, conservation-minded practices, seasonal plant highlights, and the site supports research, education, and community engagement for residents and visitors from Miami and beyond, with year-round programming and volunteer opportunities available.
Book with The Kampong - National Tropical Botanical Gardens