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In addition to a 775-seat theater , art galleries, and a 5-acre garden, you ll also find a children s playground, an antique carousel, and other family-friendly attractions here. I f y ou hav e time, pop into Z eum, where the kids can make their o wn claymation- style film clips or create their own cartoon character. If you want some downtime, inca ruins in peru have the kids play at the playground or enjoy the fountain dedicated to M artin Luther King, Jr., while you savor the interesting architectural vantage points offered in this urban oasis.