Location: Palm Beach
Top Things to do in Palm Beach
Top 10 Free Things to do in Palm Beach, Florida (FL)
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.
Restaurants in Palm Beach
1. The Society of the Four Arts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 206 reviews
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. Island Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Island Company is the leading lifestyle brand found exclusively in the top resort destinations and worn the world over. The success of Island Company is its exclusivity, as it can only be found in luxury 5-star resorts and specialty boutiques worldwide. The collection includes a full line of men’s and women’s clothing, swimwear, bags, accessories, suncare and eyewear.
3. Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
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.
4. Worth Avenue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,094 reviews
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.
5. Phipps Ocean Park
6. R. G. Kreusler Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
AMENITIES beach frontage, guarded (450 feet) beach surf wheelchair is available; handicapped access and wheelchair is located south of Kreusler Park at Lake Worth Beach. Handicapped icon saltwater fishing and surfing not permitted in guarded swimming area fishing (saltwater) parking (parking fee) restroom facilities showers, outdoor.
Reviewed By Arielfl - Coconut Creek, United States
This park is named after oil distributor Richard G. Kreusler. He was 47 years old and a member-elect of Palm Beach's Town Council when he was shot through the front door of his Palm Beach home in 1976. He passed away at the hospital and the story of the crime is still one of Palm Beach's most baffling murder mysteries. The person who was convicted of the crime claims he was framed and the real motive and who was involved in the murder of R.G. Kreusler has never been resolved to the satisfaction of everyone involved. After serving 15 years, the person convicted of the crime had his sentence commuted by Governor Lawton Chiles and he moved out of state. It was the first time Florida ever granted clemency for a first-degree murder. A fictionalized account of the crime was recounted in the book, Murder in Palm Beach. R.G. Kreusler Park is owned and operated by Palm Beach County. It is also known as Midtown Beach. The park is located just north of the Lake Worth Municipal Beach. The 4.2 acre park has 450 feet of guarded beach along the Atlantic Ocean. Saltwater fishing and surfing is permitted outside the guarded swimming areas. The $3 an hour parking fee is paid through an electronic kiosk. The park has a restroom, shower, benches, open green area, and access to the beautiful life guarded beach. Dining options are located just steps away in the historic casino turned restaurant and entertainment complex and at Benny's on the Beach. This is a great beach to enjoy some of the best surf and sand fun South Florida has to offer.
7. Bethesda by the Sea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
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.
8. The Church Mouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By mchilly51 - Fort Worth, United States
My wife and I love to go to consignment shops to hunt for hidden treasures. We have been making trips to the Palm Beach area for number of years and some of the places we have found bargains in the past seem to have somewhat dried up. Not so for The Church Mouse. We found a beautiful vintage lamp as well as two matching burled wood end tables our minds are nothing short of spectacular.… And the price for these treasures were unbelievably low. Even better… The proceeds from this wonderful store go to charitable causes. If you’re looking for a nice store with Nice merchandise and nice people you should visit The Church Mouse.
9. Paramount Theatre Building
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
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!
10. Giant Kapok Tree
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
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.
