West Palm Beach Attractions

There is plenty to do in Palm Beach County. Whether you want to see a National Historic Landmark or view Jupiter from atop an authentic lighthouse it is right here. You could head out to a museum of sports or science or anything in between. If you are vacationing with the family, the kids might enjoy a walk through the Palm Beach Zoo or the family could enjoy America's first drive-through cageless zoo. Enjoy an evening at the Performing Arts center after a day of fun in the water park. Whatever you like you are sure to find something that suits you.

A National Historic Landmark, the Flagler Museum features the Gilded Age estate, Whitehall. Featured in many television programs and museums, Whitehall was designed in the Beaux-Arts style and the interior serves as a series of period rooms. Open year round from Tuesday through Sunday, except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
Completed in 1861, the Jupiter Point Lighthouse has recently undergonerenovations returning it to its original color, fire engine red. Placed on the National Register in 1973, the lighthouse hosts one hour tours Sunday through Wednesday. A small museum and gift shop are onsite.

Lion Country Safari
America's first drive-through cageless zoo, Lion Country Safari providesa habitat in which many endangered species live and reproduce. Divided into seven sections, visitors are invited to explore Lake Nakure, the Great Plains, Kalahari Bushweldt, the Gir Forest, and other areas represented on the preserve. Open 365 days a year.

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Boasting one of the largest Japanese gardens in the nation, the Morikami features expansive galleries where various exhibitions of Japanese arts, crafts, and artifacts are displayed, , the Seishin-an teahouse, a 225 seat theater offering lectures and performing arts, and a café serving Japanese and Asian lunches. Open Tuesday through Sunday.

Norton Museum of Art
Widely known for its distinguished permanent collections of European, American, contemporary art, photography, and Chinese arts, the Norton Museum of Art lays claim to painting and sculpture by artists such as Monet, Gauguin, Matisse, Picasso, O'Keefe, and many more. The museum offers special exhibitions, lectures, and educational programs for children and adults.

Palm Beach Zoo at Dreher Park
Panthers, flamingos, macaws, and jaguars are just a few of the animals visitors can enjoy seeing at the Palm Beach Zoo. More than one hundred exotic and domestic animals reside here, and new animals from around the world are introduced on a regular basis. A children's area allows kids to pet and hold animals while learning about them.

Rapids Water Park
South Florida's premier water park, the Rapids features a full day of water fun. Boasting 22 acres of attractions, the park offers a wave pool, lazy river, and 16 water slides. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The park operates on a seasonal basis, so plan ahead.

South Florida Science Museum
With dozens of hands-on interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and dozens of aquariums, the South Florida Science Museum brings science alive for both children and adults. The museum also offers laser shows, science camps, traveling exhibits, and other special programs.

Sports Immortals Museum
Celebrating the accomplishments of famous sports legends, the SportsImmortals Museum features an interactive museum, the restaurant of champions, a sports retail store, an interactive arcade, and a 360-degree Immortals Cinema theatre. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SunFest
Florida's largest music, art, and waterfront festival, Sunfest marks its20th anniversary. Held annually in West Palm Beach during the first weekend of May, Sunfest hosts top entertainers and artists promising guests a wonderful time!

The International Museum of Cartoon Art
Representing cartoonists from over 50 countries, The International Museum of Cartoon Art includes every genre of the art: animation, comic books, comic strips, gag cartoons, illustration, editorial cartoons, greeting cards, caricature, graphic novels, sports cartoons, and computer generated art. The museum also houses a book, film, and video library.

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
Presenting a diverse schedule of world class performing artists from musicals and modern dance, to opera, classical, jazz, and pop music, The Kravis Center attracts more than 450,000 people each year. Facilities include Dreyfoos Hall, the Rinker Playhouse, Cohen Pavilion, and the Gosman Ampitheatre.