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With sunny skies, nearly perfect year-round weather and a range of outdoor and cultural attractions, West Palm Beach presents the ideal setting for a weekend escape. Enjoy a game of golf at a number of pristine local courses or hit the beach for a day of tanning and catching up on your reading. See African chimps and endangered species like the Southern White rhinoceros wander free in a natural habitat at the Lion Country Safari. You could spend an entire day on Peanut Island, a popular tourist attraction that houses a bunker built for President John F. Kennedy during the Cold War. The island includes the bunker, a museum and plenty of picnic areas, plus biking and walking paths. The ferry ride to the island cruises past the opulent mansions of the city's wealthy residents. For those who prefer indoor endeavors, the Norton Museum boasts an exceptional collection of American, Chinese and European art. Famous performers appear at "The Harriet" and at the Kravis Center. Of course there's always shopping, the city's other favorite pastime. From designer boutiques to big name department stores, West Palm has it all.
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1. Damn Good Beer Bus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 60 reviews
Public and private brewery tours throughout Palm Beach County
2. Lotus Travel Company
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Finally, A Travel Company That Celebrates You.Because learning more about who you are is as simple as losing yourself in someplace new. We help our clients go beyond the conventional. Every new excursion, flavorful new dish and local experience we help arrange is an opportunity to gain new perspectives. The possibilities of what you’ll discover are endless. Did you know I once traveled the world for one year straight - Alone!
3. Palm Beach Segway Tours
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5.0 based on 1,520 reviews
Roll along on your own personal Segway as you enjoy historic beautiful downtown West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Island, Florida. The invigorating warm breeze will blow gently on your face by leisurely cruising along the picturesque Intracoastal Waterway. The scenic backdrop provides for multimillion dollar mansions, enormous yachts, elaborate fountains, decorative statues, plush palm trees, historic museums, occasional sea life and buildings that touch the sky! Explore the local hotspots and extraordinary waterfront in a way so uniquely different than ever before. Prepare yourself for a once in a lifetime experience with Palm Beach Segway Tours! Segway's are self-balancing and very easy to ride. We train you to "roll" within minutes. Our expertly trained guides will keep you entertained, safe and laughing along the way. Rolling 7 days a week! Located on historic Clematis Street in Downtown West Palm Beach.
4. McCarthy's Wildlife
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5.0 based on 3,118 reviews
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED! : Eight lush acres of endangered wildlife surrounded by a botanical garden situated in the palmetto and pine forest of West Palm Beach! Over 200 animals from White Tigers to African Lions, Black Leopards, Ligers, Lynx and Amur Leopards seen from just four feet away. You can't get any closer than this by law! Hands on experiences with alligators, snakes, tarantulas, and who knows what else. You will have to come by and experience it for yourself! We are a 501 (c) 3 non-profit wildlife rescue facility that take in injured native wildlife, orphaned babies, and unwanted exotic pets! Your experience here helps us with the tremendous expense of caring for our animals. Price is $35.00 for adults and $25.00 for children (ages 5yrs.-15yrs).
Reviewed By ehmegee
This was our second trip to McCarthy but definitely won’t be our last. Here are a few of the things that make McCarthy a must-see (in our humble opinions). STAFF: Our tour guide, Lisa, was superb. She knew the history of the animals, answered all questions asked by our group throughout the tour, and provided detailed information on each of the animals; both in terms of the species and individual creatures’ lives. The tours are well organized and they do an excellent job of keeping everything on track and groups together, without rushing everyone. We had several mobility impaired individuals in our tour group and the presence of many chairs/benches along the way offers respite to those who need it as we stop at each creature. RESPECT: There is a clear culture of mutual respect cultivated at McCarthy’s: the animals are all clearly content and enjoy their lives, and cared for by total professionals. The keepers all clearly care about the animals and speak to them like old friends, but respect their autonomy and power (big cats in particular) and treat them accordingly. There are tons of lovely animals to fall a little bit in love with, and the accompanying talks about them, occasionally delving into what makes them unsuitable as domestic pets, are as timely as they are educational. INTERACTION: We did get to interact with Snowball the boa constrictor and a little baby alligator, which was fun. These interactions were well-structured and for those who opted to participate in the interactive portion, they were given clear instructions for how and when to handle them, always under direct supervision. EXPERIENCE: In my view, the best way to approach this experience is as a privilege: it is an opportunity to come alongside & learn from a great organization. This facility is doing incredible rehabilitation & education work, and there is always something new to learn and see, as well as some long-term residents to check in with. For animal lovers, it is especially exciting to see these wonderful creatures up close and to be certain that they are being well cared for and that their quality of life is excellent (or as good as it can possibly be for some of the rescued/rehabilitated creatures - the one-winged turkey vulture that they nursed back to health after being hit by a truck is living the best life he could, even though he would be unsuitable for the wild with only one wing). My husband and I were here a year and a half ago, again today, and now intend to visit every time we’re in the area. This incredible nonprofit deserves all the support it can get.
5. Uptown Art
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5.0 based on 82 reviews
Uptown Art is an exciting new way to spend your night out! We provide the painting instruction, and you bring your beverage of choice! We take you step-by-step through a painting, so the night is filled with fun times and laughter. Everyone leaves with their own unique masterpiece at the end of class. Our instructors are talented enough to teach everyone (including those of us who can't draw a stick person)!
Reviewed By PYLo7180 - West Palm Beach, United States
My husband and I went for 5 de mayo and we had an awesome time. Loved the no self criticism rule. Christina was an awesome instructor, really talented and the painting turned out nice. It was our first time and we really enjoyed it. We are planning to go again since it was so much fun.
6. Cycle Party
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5.0 based on 187 reviews
Cycle Party is the coolest way to experience West Palm Beach. You can book a private tour or individual seats on our social mixer tour. Our scavenger hunt is a fun way to explore West Palm Beach. Each tour comes with a knowledgeable guide who can show you all the cool spots in West Palm Beach while driving you around. These party bikes are pedal powered but don't worry it's super easy. Cycle Party is great for special occasions, new visitors, and people looking to have a fun, unique experience. Each of our Cycle Party bikes accommodates a maximum of 15 guests. If you have more than 15 in your group, be sure to give us a call to book additional party bikes. Cycle Party also offers specialty tours such as our Brewery Tour, Scavenger hunts, Foodie Tour, Dinner Tour. You can get additional information about these tours by visiting cycleparty.com.
7. West Palm Beach Food Tours
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5.0 based on 847 reviews
Eat, drink and discover delicious West Palm Beach! We'll get you off the beaten path to meet award-winning chefs, taste tropical fruits, admire vibrant murals, see charming historic homes, explore colorful courtyard cafes and hear entertaining stories about our past. Food Tourism is currently a top-trend in travel, so join us for a food tour and find out what all the buzz is about!
8. Shark Wake Park 561
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Shark Wake Park is the ultimate family-friendly, crew-approved water sports destination in West Palm Beach. Located in Okeeheelee Park, SWP features one of the largest floating obstacle courses on the East Coast and a cable system for wake boarding, knee boarding, water skiing and more! For the young and young at heart, Obstacle Island is a massive inflatable, floating playground covering an acre of water featuring monkey bars, climbing towers, slippery slides, and more! Thrill seekers age seven and older are encouraged to splash and dash during 45-minute sessions on the course. No gear, no experience, no problem at the Cable Wake Park! Just show up and they'll take care of the rest. The high-tech cable system makes it easy for beginners to learn how to wake board, and allows advanced riders and pros to go as big as they want. At the end of the day, cool off in the shade at the Shark Shack with cold beer on tap, ice cream, snacks and other refreshments to watch the pros ride.
Reviewed By DakotaJ0894 - West Palm Beach, United States
I took a trip with a few friends to Shark Wake Park to get a better grasp on cable wakeboarding, We had a phenomenal time got everyone up and around the cable. the Operators were extremely helpful and friendly, and the line moved surprisingly quick! I will definitely be coming back for more!
9. Steel Tie Spirits Co.
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Built in 1928, our St. Louis brick building is the home not only of Palm Beach County's only craft distillery, but also one hundred years of family and local history. Come enjoy a tour and a taste of classically inspired cocktails, and small batch spirits. Crafted with only the finest locally sourced (when possible) ingredients, our spirits are made in the same manner our forefathers did many years ago. Our in-house mixologists hold not only a tasty libation, but also decades of local lore and history to boot. Our tours consist of a 45 minute stroll through 100 years of local history as well as a time travel through harvest and distillation methods of the past and present. Our 6 time internationally awarded rums are carefully produced using blackstrap molasses from Clewiston Florida, and are created entirely by our staff of dedicated craftsmen and distillers. One would be remised not to visit Our space also serves as an open arena for weddings, private parties, and corporate events.
Reviewed By Bx7172 - West Palm Beach, United States
Three of us stopped in today to check it out. The tasting room is large and well laid out, but we were there to taste the locally sourced vodka and rum. Vodka was as smooth as it gets. Three rums-white, spiced, and black-were distinguished by their nuances in nose and on the palate. All were worthy of Kings. Stop in after lunch at the nearby Grandview Market or to hang out for a while. Shout out to a terrific host and bartender hostess.
10. Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
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4.5 based on 1,110 reviews
FREE PARKING DAILY! As Palm Beach County’s only top-rated Zoological experience, we are home to over 550 animals, many of them endangered. Our mission is to inspire people to act on behalf of wildlife and the natural world. Our unique tropical zoo showcases an animal collection (Malayan tigers, jaguars, Mexican spider monkeys, panther) from around the world, living in natural habitats. Enjoy shady paths, a colorful carousel, an interactive water play fountain, Nature Play Pavilion, a full-service restaurant, and 11 daily shows and keeper talks where you can watch animal trainings, feedings and meet zookeepers. Book a behind-the-scenes animal experience and get up close and personal with a sloth, koalas, capybaras, anteaters, Aldabra tortoises or mingle with flamingos.
Reviewed By rcwbw - Buffalo, United States
My husband and I visited there because I wanted to do the koala experience. Very few zoos in the US have koalas because they belong to Australia. Part of me would have loved to hold them. (FYI - In Australia only a few select territories allow contact with koalas. If you go there, check the experiences because some only allow you to hold them for a few seconds for a photo op as if they are a toy. I would hold a koala only if the experience is right for and respectful of the koala.) Grayson led the koala experience and was very informative about Oz and Katherine. As we meandered through the zoo, volunteers and zoo employees loved sharing information about the animals who seemed happy and healthy. My husband can't walk far nor for long so he was able to enjoy seeing the animals The gift shops were a bit lacking in selection of swag outside of stuffed animals (but no koalas). We hope to go back next year to see if Oz and Katherine had a little joey. Overall, we liked the size of Palm Beach zoo.
