Top 10 Things to do in Palm Beach, Florida (FL)

September 8, 2021 Jacquiline Darosa

Palm Beach has long lured America's big name social elite, from the Kennedys to the Pulitzers to the Trumps. If you don't have the Jaguar, catch a Palm Tram around the city. Opulent extravagance is the order of the day. But if you can take your eyes off the glittering procession of socialites and the prices at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Spa and in Worth Avenue stores, there are plenty of other sights to be seen. Don't miss Henry Morrison Flagler Museum or the hopping nightlife on Clematis Street.
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1. The Society of the Four Arts

2 Four Arts Plz, Palm Beach, FL 33480-4102 +1 561-655-7226 http://www.fourarts.org/facilities/the-four-arts-botanical-gardens
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The Society of the Four Arts

The Society of the Four Arts is a nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1936 to meet the cultural needs of the growing resort community. The Four Arts campus is home to beautiful sculpture and botanical gardens, a library and children's library, all which are open to the public year-round. During the winter season, The Four Arts also presents notable speakers, concerts, films, educational programs, and art exhibitions to the public.

Reviewed By AndreaUbok - Florida, United States

There are magical gardens, sculptures & a walking tour behind the library. We walked to the right, picked up a walking tour and wandered into the gardens. This non-profits mission is to promote art, literature, music and drama offering a calendar full of diverse concerts, films, exhibits, speakers, workshops & classes. I've tried to join and am on the waiting list. The Gioconda & Joseph King Library is a grand Mediterranean building with a mural depicting art, literature, music & drama painter by Albert Herter in 1939. The two bronze panthers guard the entrance to the library. The Botanical Garden is lush and tropical with lots of benches, sculptures, water features & plants to admire. The Moonlight, Chinese, Jungle, Palm & Madonna Gardens were impressive; a perfect location for a wedding or outdoor event. We walked through beautiful pergolas, past the two Peacock Monuments on our way into the Pannill Pavillion filled with fountains, lush foliage and the four seasons sculptures by Philip Haas. He painted four large fiberglass head sculptures to represent each season, inspired by Mannerist Giuseppe Arcimboldo. I sat on a bench between life size sculptures of Roosevelt & Churchill in Lawrence Holofcener's The Allies in bronze & wood.

2. Lake Trail

Palm Beach, FL
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4.5 based on 261 reviews

Lake Trail

Scenic hiking and biking trail.

Reviewed By MrsSomebody - Greenwich, United States

Loved the lake trail, fun to walk or bike; see the back of some beautiful houses and enjoy the serenity without car traffic.

3. Worth Avenue

Worth Ave, Palm Beach, FL 33480 +1 561-659-6909 [email protected] http://worth-avenue.com
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4.5 based on 1,094 reviews

Worth Avenue

Worth Avenue is a shopping and dining enclave that is internationally revered for its beauty, its history and its unparalleled legacy of fine customer service. More than a shopping destination in South Florida; it becomes its own experience from the classic grace of its Mediterranean architecture to the bougainvillea that tumbles over stairwells in shady tucked-away vias. Whether it's a champagne break at a cozy bar or a short walk on the beach, it's window shopping, art and courtyard dining at it's finest. For more than 100 years, service has been the gold standard, and it's a value that residents, merchants and visitors hold near and dear.

Reviewed By Sightsee546602

Super fun and beautiful high end shopping area with great boutiques and restaurants! Worth is a must while visiting Palm Beach! Now, during Covid times, some stores are closed. But among the open ones are Saks, Gucci, Chanel, LV, Intermix and others.

4. Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

1 Whitehall Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480-4065 +1 561-655-2833 [email protected] http://flaglermuseum.us
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Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

When it was completed in 1902, the New York Herald proclaimed that Whitehall, Henry Flagler's Gilded Age estate in Palm Beach, was "more wonderful than any palace in Europe, grander and more magnificent than any other private dwelling in the world." Today, Whitehall is a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public as the Flagler Museum, featuring changing exhibitions and special programs. The 75-room mansion contains many of the original furnishings as well as an art collection. Adjacent to Whitehall, the Flagler Kenan Pavilion houses Henry Flagler's private Railcar No. 91 as well as a seasonal restaurant, the Cafe des Beaux-Arts, which offers a Gilded Age-themed tea service. The Museum Store offers for sale a wonderful collection of books, gifts and memorabilia with a focus on Florida history. Open Tuesday through Sunday.

Reviewed By 155astridk - Ranchos De Taos, United States

Well worth a visit despite the fact that the entrance is currently being renovated. This home reminds me of American royalty, if we had such a thing. The admission price includes a self-guided tour you can listen to and also includes Flagler's personal train car. Impressive, especially the dishes used, the enormity of the home, and the numerous decorated/named bedrooms.

5. Phipps Ocean Park

2201 S Ocean Blvd, Palm Beach, FL 33480-5313 +1 (561) 838-5400 http://www.palmbeachfl.com/listings/Phipps-Ocean-Park/41520/
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Phipps Ocean Park

6. Bethesda by the Sea

141 S County Rd, Palm Beach, FL 33480-6135 +1 561-655-4554 http://www.bbts.org/about-us/photography-guidelines/
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

Bethesda by the Sea

Reviewed By Ms33480 - Palm Beach, United States

This church and gardens remind me a lot of European churches, it even has a gargoyle. Great place for photos, often there are professional photographers doing engagement, Sweet Sixteen and other occasion photos.

7. Paramount Theatre Building

139 N County Rd, Palm Beach, FL 33480-3908
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Paramount Theatre Building

Reviewed By Jeeplover117

This a beautiful Palm Beach Landmark building filled with old hollywood memorabilia & photos. As an added bonus, if you visit on a Sunday morning there is an awesome non denomination church service held in the Chapel area with the warmest friendliest people! Look forward to visiting Paramount Church again just to hear the gifted teaching of Pastor Dwight!

8. St. Edward Roman Catholic Church

144 N County Rd, Palm Beach, FL 33480-3916 +1 561-832-0400 http://www.stedwardpb.com/
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

St. Edward Roman Catholic Church

9. Giant Kapok Tree

S Lake Trail, Palm Beach, FL 33480
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Giant Kapok Tree

Reviewed By bzhashim - Toronto, Canada

What a majestic exotic specimen. I learnt that it is over 186 years old. Quite an extra-ordinary sight situated on the pleasant grounds of the Royal Poinciana Chapel. Pleased to know that Church is committed to preserving and protecting this tree for future enjoyment. The root structure is impressive.

10. Mid-Town Municipal Beach

South Ocean Boulevard Just North of Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, FL 33480 https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/232/BeachReports
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Mid-Town Municipal Beach

Reviewed By Yaaqov1921 - Palm Beach, United States

Beautiful Florida beach. Watch the waves or look at the beautiful mansions of Palm Beach. Always plenty of room to enjoy.

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