West Palm Beach, United States

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Alternative names: Settled: 1884Population: 106.8 thous.Area: 57.69 mi²Elevation: 10 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 26°42'25"N, 80°3'10"W
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West Palm Beach Attractions - What to See and Explore

West Palm Beach offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Worth Avenue, Mar-a-Lago, Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • worth avenue west palm beach
    Shopping district • Shopping • Neighbourhood

    Worth Avenue

    Worth Avenue in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a beacon of luxury and an emblem of the chic lifestyle that defines this coastal paradise. This upscale shopping avenue is lined with a harmonious blend of historic architecture and modern elegance, offering a refined...

  • mar a lago west palm beach
    Park • Vernacular architecture

    Mar-a-Lago

    Mar-a-Lago is a resort and national historic landmark in Palm Beach, Florida, built from 1924 to 1927 by cereal-company heiress and socialite Marjorie Merriweather Post.

  • henry morrison flagler museum west palm beach
    Museum • Vernacular architecture • Specialty museum

    Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

    Whitehall is a 75-room, 100,000 square foot Gilded Age mansion open to the public in Palm Beach, Florida in the United States.

  • perfect vodka amphitheatre west palm beach
    Amphitheatre • Theater • Concerts and shows

    Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre

    The iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre is a 20,000-seat open-air music venue in West Palm Beach, Florida. The facility, owned by the South Florida Fairgrounds, is a modern amphitheatre used primarily for concerts and other performances.

  • south florida science center and aquarium west palm beach
    Museum • Science museum

    South Florida Science Center and Aquarium

    The Cox Science Center and Aquarium is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. Founded in 1959, the goal of the organization is to open every mind to science through the strategic programming of interactive exhibits and engaging community-based camps and events.

  • norton museum of art west palm beach
    American, French and Chinese artwork

    Norton Museum of Art

    The Norton Museum of Art is an art museum located in West Palm Beach, Florida. Its collection includes over 7,000 works, with a concentration in European, American, and Chinese art as well as in contemporary art and photography.

  • john d macarthur beach state park west palm beach
    26°49'29"N • 80°2'39"W

    John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

    John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, named for John D. MacArthur whose Foundation donated a portion of the land for its construction in the 1970s, is located on and just north of Singer Island, Florida in North Palm Beach, Florida.

  • bethesda by the sea west palm beach
    Church • Shingle style architecture • Gothic Revival architecture

    Bethesda-by-the-Sea

    Bethesda-by-the-Sea is an Episcopal Church by the Lake Worth Lagoon in Palm Beach, Florida. It is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida and the oldest existing congregation in Palm Beach. The church building is an example of the gothic revival style and surrounds a courtyard.

  • lake osborne west palm beach location map
    Nature • Lake

    Lake Osborne

    Lake Osborne, Florida, USA is a 378-acre lake that is part of a system of once natural freshwater lakes lying along the western slope of the coastal ridge in Palm Beach County just west of the Florida Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean.

  • mounts botanical garden west palm beach
    Botanical garden • Park • Garden

    Mounts Botanical Garden

    Mounts Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located in West Palm Beach, Florida. It is Palm Beach County's oldest and largest public garden with over 2,000 species of tropical and subtropical plants from six continents, including plants native to Florida, exotic trees, tropical fruit, herbs, citrus and palms.

  • uptown art west palm beach location map
    26°42'40"N • 80°3'21"W

    Uptown Art : West Palm Beach

    Beach • Classes and workshops • Art gallery

  • clerk comptroller west palm beach
    26°42'57"N • 80°3'8"W

    Clerk & Comptroller

    Beach

  • ann norton sculpture gardens west palm beach
    Museum • Art gallery • Garden

    Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens

    The Norton House is a historic home located at 253 Barcelona Road in West Palm Beach, Florida. On July 26, 1990, the house was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It is also a contributing property to the El Cid Historic District.

  • legends of xscape palm beach west palm beach location map
    26°42'44"N • 80°3'10"W

    Legends of Xscape Palm Beach

    Beach • Room escape games • Entertainment

  • the raymond f kravis center for the performing arts west palm beach
    Concerts and shows • Performing arts • Theater

    The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

    The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a not-for-profit, professional performing arts center in downtown West Palm Beach, Florida.

  • paramount theatre building west palm beach
    Theater • Church • Concerts and shows

    Paramount Theatre Building

    The Paramount Theatre Building is a historic movie palace and theater and now church, located at 145 North County Road and Sunrise Avenue, Palm Beach, Florida.

  • holy trinity episcopal church west palm beach
    Church

    Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

    Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is a historic building at 211 Trinity Place in West Palm Beach. It was deemed eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places on December 31, 1998, but was not listed due to objections from the property owner.

  • palm beach zoo west palm beach location map
    Zoo and gardens with a rain-forest area

    Palm Beach Zoo

    The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society is a non-profit zoological organization located at Dreher Park in West Palm Beach. The zoo houses more than 550 animals, many of them endangered, within 23-acres of lush tropical habitat.

  • john prince memorial park west palm beach location map
    Park

    John Prince Memorial Park

    John Prince Memorial Park is a park located in Lake Worth Beach, Florida. The park covers 726.36 acres and is managed by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department. Most of the park is on the western and northern shore of Lake Osborne.

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West Palm Beach – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of West Palm Beach, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Las Olas Boulevard (Fort Lauderdale), Young At Art Museum (Davie), Elliott Museum (Hutchinson Island).

  • las olas boulevard fort lauderdale41 milesS
    Shopping district, Shopping, Shopping centre

    Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale

    Las Olas Boulevard is the vibrant heart of Fort Lauderdale, a bustling thoroughfare that epitomizes the charm and energy of this coastal city in Florida. Known for its unique blend of upscale boutiques, fine dining, and lively entertainment, this iconic street offers a...

  • young at art museum davie location map
    44 milesS
    Museum, Children's museum, Art museum

    Young At Art Museum, Davie

    Young At Art Museum is an interactive art museum in Plantation, Florida founded in 1987. It is located within Broward Mall at 8000 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, Florida, USA, in the Greater Fort Lauderdale region.

  • elliott museum hutchinson island36 milesN
    Specialty museum, Science museum, History museum

    Elliott Museum, Hutchinson Island

    Nestled on the scenic Hutchinson Island in Martin County, Florida, the Elliott Museum offers an enriching glimpse into the past with a focus on art, history, and technology. Established in 1961 by Harmon Elliott as a tribute to his father, inventor Sterling Elliott...

  • butterfly world coconut creek31 milesS
    Vivid, butterfly-filled botanical garden

    Butterfly World, Coconut Creek

    Butterfly World, nestled in the vibrant city of Coconut Creek, Florida, is a serene escape into the enchanting world of butterflies and a must-visit attraction for tourists of all ages. This lush sanctuary is dedicated to the preservation, research, and appreciation of...

  • first data field port st lucie48 milesNW
    Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Baseball

    Clover Park Baseball Stadium, Port St. Lucie

    Clover Park, nestled in the heart of Port St. Lucie, Florida, is a vibrant hub for baseball enthusiasts and a premier destination for sports tourists. This stadium, known for its intimate setting and fan-friendly atmosphere, is a true gem for those looking...

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Best Time To Visit West Palm Beach

Learn when is the best time to travel to West Palm Beach weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March.

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The highest air temperature is in May, June, July, August, September and October. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February and December. Most of it rains in June and September.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in West Palm Beach?

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What is the best time to visit West Palm Beach?

May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March. The highest air temperature is in May, June, July, August, September and October. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

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