What to do in West Palm Beach, FL

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Palm Beach: Sightseeing Catamaran Cruise

Palm Beach: Sightseeing Catamaran Cruise

฿2,022
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Beach: Sightseeing Catamaran Cruise
Harbor Happy Hour Cruise – Complimentary Craft Beer & Wine

Harbor Happy Hour Cruise – Complimentary Craft Beer & Wine

฿1,822
per adult
Harbor Happy Hour Cruise – Complimentary Craft Beer & Wine
Parasailing Activity in West Palm Beach

Parasailing Activity in West Palm Beach

฿3,971
per adult
Parasailing Activity in West Palm Beach
Scenic Sunset Cruise in West Palm Beach

Scenic Hakuna Matata Sunset Cruise in West Palm Beach

฿2,192
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Scenic Hakuna Matata Sunset Cruise in West Palm Beach
Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour

Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour

฿3,115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour
Green sea turtle swimming by the snorkel trail

Guided Snorkel Tour Phil Foster Park (HIGH TIDE ONLY-FREE VIDEOS)

฿1,986
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Snorkel Tour Phil Foster Park (HIGH TIDE ONLY-FREE VIDEOS)
Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River Guided Tour

Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River Guided Tour

฿2,614
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River Guided Tour
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Rapids Water Park

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South Florida's largest water park offers 40+ exhilarating slides across 35 acres. Enjoy heart-racing water coasters or relax in the wave pool while younger visitors explore dedicated children's areas.
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Downtown West Palm Beach

Downtown West Palm Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to CityPlace and Kravis Center For The Performing Arts while you're in town.

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Grandview Heights

While visiting Grandview Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Kravis Center For The Performing Arts and Howard Park Tennis Center.

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El Cid

While there might not be top attractions in El Cid, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens and Norton Museum of Art.

Southend

When in Southend, you can plan a visit to Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society and West Palm Beach Municipal Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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City Place

While visiting City Place, you might make a stop by sights like CityPlace and Harriet Himmel Theater.

Day trip destinations from West Palm Beach

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Palm Beach

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Wellington

Frequently asked questions

Is West Palm Beach worth visiting?
Providing a blend of nightlife and shopping, there are many things to do in West Palm Beach. When you're here, check out Rapids Water Park, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in West Palm Beach?
Kick your day off with a visit to Rapids Water Park and Lake Worth Beach. Then, tour other parts of West Palm Beach for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in West Palm Beach?
The top tourist attraction in West Palm Beach is Rapids Water Park, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in West Palm Beach?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off the leading city sights, such as Rapids Water Park, Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society and Norton Museum of Art. The average stay in West Palm Beach is three days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Boca Raton isn't far away.
Is West Palm Beach a walkable city?
That depends on what you'd like to see and do in West Palm Beach. Several attractions, such as Norton Museum of Art and Palm Beach Dramaworks, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of West Palm Beach's best neighbourhoods, Downtown West Palm Beach is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while Land of the Presidents is 3 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in West Palm Beach with kids?
Deciding what to do in West Palm Beach with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with little ones or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them entertained here.

What to do in West Palm Beach for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there are loads of things to do in West Palm Beach for adults including iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre and Ocean Boulevard.
Are there free things to do in West Palm Beach?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in West Palm Beach is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without taking your wallet out. Riviera Beach is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.