35 Best Stops Between Cocoa Beach and West Palm Beach
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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedMar 31, 2023
How long is the drive from Cocoa Beach to West Palm Beach?
The direct drive from Cocoa Beach to West Palm Beach is 135 mi (218 km), and should have a drive time of 2 hrs 11 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Cocoa Beach to West Palm Beach, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Melbourne, Fort Pierce, Jupiter, Vero Beach, and Stuart, as well as top places to visit like Vero Beach Outlets and Riverside Theatre, Inc., or the ever-popular Saint Sebastian River Preserve State Park.
Top cities between Cocoa Beach and West Palm Beach
The top cities between Cocoa Beach and West Palm Beach are Melbourne, Fort Pierce, Jupiter, Vero Beach, and Stuart. Melbourne is the most popular city on the route. It's less than an hour from Cocoa Beach and 2 hours from West Palm Beach.
Melbourne, a city in Florida located southeast of Orlando, offers a diverse range of attractions. The Eau Gallie Arts District is renowned for its galleries and the impressive Foosaner Art Museum. Visitors can explore historic sites such as the Rossetter House Museum & Gardens, which has been restored to its original 1908 appearance. Across the Indian River Lagoon, Howard E. Futch Memorial Park at Paradise Beach provides stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Most popular city on this route
7 minutes off the main route, 24% of way to West Palm Beach
Vero Beach is a small Florida city, with Atlantic-facing beaches on a barrier island across the Indian River Lagoon. South Beach Park offers wide sands and volleyball courts. Downtown’s South Beach Park chronicles the local citrus industry. On the outskirts, McKee Botanical Garden has tropical plants and water lily–filled streams. To the north, Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge shelters brown pelicans.
63% as popular as Melbourne
14 minutes off the main route, 46% of way to West Palm Beach
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Fort Pierce
Fort Pierce is a city on the east coast of Florida. The oceanfront National Navy SEAL Museum displays weapons, vehicles and other naval artifacts. Nearby, Fort Pierce Inlet State Park has a long beach, where swimming and surfing are popular. The A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery houses paintings by the 20th-century painter, a Fort Pierce native. Heathcote Botanical Gardens features a large collection of tropical bonsai.
71% as popular as Melbourne
9 minutes off the main route, 55% of way to West Palm Beach
Stuart, a city on Florida's Atlantic Coast, offers a variety of attractions and dining options. The House of Refuge at Gilbert's Bar provides insight into the area's maritime history, while the Stuart Heritage Museum showcases local heritage through pioneer home furniture displays. Nature enthusiasts can explore the bird-filled trails and butterfly garden at Seabranch Preserve State Park or visit St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park, known for its sea turtle nesting grounds.
52% as popular as Melbourne
11 minutes off the main route, 69% of way to West Palm Beach
Jupiter is a Florida town located in the southeastern coast, offering magnificent views of Loxahatchee River from the historic 1860 Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. The area also features a museum dedicated to regional history and pioneer-era homestead preservation. Visitors can enjoy Atlantic Ocean-facing Jupiter Beach, which allows dogs of all breeds, including Yorkies, Labs, and pugs. Carlin Park provides beachfront recreation options such as playgrounds and tennis courts.
70% as popular as Melbourne
8 minutes off the main route, 80% of way to West Palm Beach
Best stops along Cocoa Beach to West Palm Beach drive
The top stops along the way from Cocoa Beach to West Palm Beach (with short detours) are McCarthy's Wildlife Sanctuary, The Square, and The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum. Other popular stops include Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, Lion Country Safari, and Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center.
Boating & hiking are popular activities at this riverside park with grassy forests & swampland.
This is a large park and my first time there. It will take a few more visits to really get to know this place. It’s a good park to walk, run or mountain bike in. Some of the trails have rough spots making biking a little difficult to get over.
Visitor center has gravel parking for over a dozen cars including two concrete handicap parking spots. The visitor center was closed when I was there. It’s only open on weekends. The bathrooms there were open even with the visitor center closed (Nice).
My wife and I walked the 3.5 mile Turkey Loop Trail with a side trip to Cracker camp making it a 4 mile hike. We only ran into two women on horses. There is parking right next to the trailhead which is on the other side of the visitor center.
This area has lots of trails to hike and explore. I can’t wait to get back and see a different part of the park.
Bill Lozano — Google review
Love this state park! Quiet and calm. Free entry, dog-friendly (must be on 6-inch leash, max). The park is very well cared for.
It has 2 entrances- the main entrance off Babcock & another off Fellsmere (east of I-95 & through North Country Regional Park).
Tiff — Google review
Long sandy roads, great for bicycles. Wider tires are better for off the main trail. Late fall or early spring would the best time. Very little shade can be found.
Michael McFarland — Google review
Off the beaten path, quiet little park with decent fishing opportunities. I like to stop where the road crosses the canal for sunrise or sunset photos. Find me on Instagram for more @zech.browning.75
Zech.Browning.75 — Google review
A fun visit to a quiet place with lots of hiking trail options mostly through piney flat woods and open areas. Bring water, hat, sunscreen, good hiking shoes if you want to explore as it's pretty primitive. The C-54 canal runs thru it where manatees congregate during the cold season, coming in from the Sebastian and Indian Rivers. The visitors center is open Friday-Sunday and worth seeing. Volunteers offer trail maps and explain the habitats. New clean restrooms at visitor center.
Terry S — Google review
Within the embrace of Sebastian State Park, where the river winds like a silver ribbon through the heart of Florida, one finds a sanctuary not just of nature, but of spirit. Here, as your paddle board glides over the gentle currents, or your kayak cuts a silent path through the water, you enter a realm where time seems to stand still, and the hustle of the world fades away, leaving only the rhythmic sound of water against hull.It is said by those who frequent these waters, and whispered among the leaves by the ancient oaks that watch over the river, that this place holds a magic of its own—a healing balm for weary souls. Each stroke through the water is a stroke towards inner peace, each mile floated a journey deeper into gratitude.To navigate the river is to engage in a silent dialogue with the essence of life itself, under the watchful gaze of egrets and herons. The sun, dappling through the canopy, casts a mosaic of light upon the water, illuminating not just the river, but something within the heart that perhaps we had forgotten or never knew was there.
Sebastian State Park, with its serene beauty and tranquil waters, is more than a destination; it is an experience, a pilgrimage of sorts to the altar of nature's own cathedral. It reminds us that there are still sacred places in this world where one can go to heal, to reflect, and to be filled with a profound sense of gratitude for the simple, exquisite beauty of being alive.
Gabriel Chupka — Google review
Beautiful location for a nature hike. Saw lots of animal tracks, one deer and lots of birds.
Frances Kenny — Google review
It's nice. I asked fr a pull through. The desk clerk said that was for uncore members only. That didn't sit too well with me, but it is was is. I loved the pad that had to back my trail in on. I was a little disappointed in the fact that they gave us one pass key card to get through the gate.
Michael Shine — Google review
Great park! Nice wildlife photo opportunities.
Jeff P Blues — Google review
Well, RVing through the area and decided to stop. Very disappointed. Area was closed due to construction on a small bridge/pier to look at the manatees. We thought at least we can visit the Park Office, get a Passport Stamp but nope. Hours said they were open but another sign gave conflicting hours/times. Second State Park we've visited that has been closed yet none of this is on their website.
CHAOSNCHECK T — Google review
Very peaceful and good exercise. Much of the trail was flooded so bring muckrakers
N S — Google review
We didn’t walk around a lot but what we saw was nice
Shari Rogers — Google review
Super cool area to explore! Never seen so many different prints in one place!
S M — Google review
Nice peaceful place for a jog, run, bike ride. Beautiful sunsets... I has a bridge... Promise locker wish on the bridge
lilly love — Google review
I would never come back. Stayed at the equestrian ranch camp. 8 am park authority knocks and said we can't be there. 2 reasons we pull our horses with an RV and absolutely no generators. There's no where in their website that says no generators anywhere. Does say small living quarters only. But I really had to look to find that. He was on an ego trip, rude and I'd never go back. He even argued with me about BLM land rules in Arizona. I wished we could have just got our money back and left. Trails aren't worth the time to ride. Mostly open trails with tractor marks that just destroyed the trails with huge ruts where rain water sat . Extremely wet which I have no problem riding in but when a tractor tears up and down it becomes very uneven and horses tripping in the water. Not to mention day use riders come and not once did they pick up after their horses. There is a manure bin beside stalls. We had manure 10' outside our RV door. The road into camp is very heavily trafficked with cars, hikers, bikers and joggers. Oh and don't forget there's a shooting range a mile away that sounds like fireworks all day. Poorly managed and not worth it in my opinion. This is the first campground review I've ever done that I wouldn't recommend.
Vero Beach Outlets is a vast open-air shopping center that offers various shops selling discounted apparel, home goods, and accessories. While some stores have departed since the last visit, the remaining ones are well-maintained and employ friendly staff. Visitors can spend a few hours walking around the outlet complex as it houses numerous big-name brands such as Polo, Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors, Adidas, and many more.
Nice place. It’s worth to visit this outlet. there are many famous stores. Adidas, Calvin Klein, Michael Cros, Coach and others. If you wanna a good discount, I highly recommend this place.
Jonas Jr — Google review
It has a limited number of stores. It has shoe outlets, several name brands of Clothing and a Carters children store. It has plenty of parking and appears to be a very clean and safe area. I don't consider it to be a mall you go to for roaming various stores, but absolutely a mall for a store you target. Check out the web site to see if a store product or brand is located there. Especially if you are near the Vero Beach area. It's easy in and out access to I-95.
Sadler L. James — Google review
DURING COVID REVIEW:
People here are so nice, but the outlet isn’t what it used to be (coming from someone who took various trips here up to late 2019).
Maybe due to COVID-19 and the decline in visits to the mall, but stores such as Nike Outlet Factory and GH Bass are gone. You’ll walk out of a store, pass about two empty spaces, then reach another.
Every store has a hand sanitizer right when you walk in, and people inside are wearing masks. Most check-outs have a plexiglass glass, and some stores have “space stickers” on the floor which aren’t really followed.
Stores that are still worth a bang for your buck:
- Adidas (up to 50% off)
- GAP (up to 50% off)
- Ralph Lauren (up to 25% off)
- Columbia Sportswear (up to 40% off)
- Tommy Hilfiger (closes 1 hour before the rest)
- Reebok
- Calvin Klein
- Coach
- Williams Sonoma
UPDATE MAY 2022:
The outlet seems like it’s bouncing back. There are more customers, the stores have more products/variety, etc. There are still empty spaces but stores such as Polo by Ralph Lauren and Adidas are very well stocked during my visit.
My change from 3 starts to 4 stars is because the stores that are actually open are super clean, are well stocked, and the employees are super helpful.
Carla Cordoves — Google review
Many storefronts were empty. There was a hot dog vendor for food, but I didn't indulge so I can't comment though it looked fine. There were a couple of bargains to be had. Nice place to read a book while my bride shopped.
david swed — Google review
Really surprising that there are zero restaurants here in this outdoor mall. Only a few higher end brands. Place was pretty dead even on black Friday weekend. Get some better brands and some restaurants and i think this place can be salvaged!
Tom Weiss — Google review
Outlet malls offer a unique shopping experience - their uniform design ensures easy navigation, but can also lead to a sense of deja vu and uncertainty about location. However, I enjoy shopping at these malls because I can always find my desired shoes in my size at a reasonable price, regardless of the city I'm in. I highly recommend outlet malls for a great shopping experience.
Marcus McDonald — Google review
I love slot car racing at Slot Car Raceway and Hobby Shop. Friendly owners and great racetracks!
D'Andre Weaver, Sr. — Google review
So love this Outlet come every other weekend to shop….always catch a Great sale it’s always worth the drive…..GO CHECK IT OUT!!!!!
Lilnbold — Google review
Went for a girls outlet trip and was disappointed by only a few stores. Mostly just bought shoes at Clark’s and Sketchers. Not much else to see. Definitely recommend going to Orlando, Daytona or even St. Augustine outlets instead.
Heather Santos — Google review
Wonderful place to shop.. particularly Calvin Klein, Wrangler, and Beales. Ralph Lauren is BEYOND overpriced, and that lil Sports store in the corner has some REALLY cool unique stuff, tho pricey. Also has this nice little lounge for free coffee, water, and some AC.
Evan Levitan — Google review
My family and I have been coming here since 97! Back then it was much more fun to shop here especially during the holidays when the weather was usually gorgeous. Nowadays you can buy what you want online, so it's no wonder why these outlets don't have big turnouts like they did decades ago.
Michael — Google review
It makes me sad to see what they jave become from 15 years ago.
Now it's a glorified outdoor mall. VERY slight discount compared to normal mall stores. Some deals are decent like buy one get one half off.
Stores are very well kept and nice. Parking lot isn't 100% but relatively well kept.
The prices used to be better. They pale in comparison to what they used to be in terms of appearance and overall satisfaction.
Used to have food shops too like TCBY frozen yogurt. I miss the Bose and Corningware stores.
I do wonder how their deals are during black Friday and other major sales holidays
EDIT: Cracker barrel exists as it does at many other highway exits. But I prefer the Stromboli or calzone from Devile's at the 7 eleven about 2 miles east of 95.
alan z — Google review
Traffic here would be great if all the snow birds weren't bad at navigating the lanes. The Outlets are great though, so we all suffer through it. Snow birds go home please. FL doesn't want you here. I'm talking to you, NJ, CT, NH, NY
Aazgaroth — Google review
It’s a nice outlet good stores open m mall not like back north. After shopping don’t forget to stop at the Steak n Shake the best milkshakes in town no doubt.
Joseph Perillo (JoeFromBuffalo) — Google review
Sadly to see such a well maintained mall have so many shops empty! A couple of high end stores like coach, Tommy Hilfiger and Polo Ralph Lauren remain open but not much else to get excited about! It’s a pleasant walk around on a call day, quite a large lot! Staff friendly, plenty of parking
Claire Beeson — Google review
You can't expect to get a great deal at ANY store lately. Just enjoy the fact that you are free to walk and browse. I enjoyed the company of family, and we did purchase a few items here and there. One big upset-NO INDOOR FOOD PLACE! STRANGE.
Lainnie Daley — Google review
A lot of stores have left since my last visit but I’m still very happy with what’s left. The stores are clean, the employees are friendly. You can make a nice few hours and walk the entire outlet complex. Skechers, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger,
Coach, Michael Kors, Williams and Sonoma, Carters, adidas, Hanes, Sunglass Hut, Gap, Crocs. Plenty of parking and they have a courtesy shuttle that operates during the day for elderly, disabled, or just lazy :). I really hope more stores come back. It’s a great location right off i95.
Thomas Dzielak — Google review
Good outlet mall with a variety of shops to choose from. There are a few hotels here as well as two restaurants. The Cracker Barrel and the steak and shake are the only two available. There are outparcels to build on in the future. Most of the outlet shops are clothing related though there are a couple of nice shops that sell furnishings. Close to 95 and excellent ingress/egress onto SR 60.
Chris Clark — Google review
This place is absolutely meticulous. Great layout. But they are really short on stores. So much potential here. They need to attract more vendors somehow.
Riverside Theatre, Inc. is a modern performing arts campus featuring multiple buildings with live theater performances, children's programs and lectures. The musical "Almost Heaven" showcasing the songs of John Denver was recently performed to much acclaim by a talented cast of multi-talented musicians and actors. One first-time visitor who has extensive experience in music performance and business was impressed with the selection of cast members and their exceptional talent.
New to the area, first visit to the theater. Didn't get there in time to enjoy the outdoor music but saw a comedy show! Seats were great. Employees were great! Look forward to frequenting again! Great little local theatre. Thoroughly enjoyed our Saturday night!
Theresa Rich — Google review
Riverside Theater offers many entertaining acts. On weekends, there are comedy acts and outside music. The comedy acts are inside and advance tickets are almost always required, but the outdoor music requires no ticket, and it's no charge! Just bring your own folding chair and, if desired, soft drinks and snacks.
M Bates — Google review
LOVE this theatre!! Transplanted from the NY area where I was able to attend Broadway plays along with off Broadway plays, it’s great to know we have this theatre to see these plays right here in Vero Beach!! Employees conduct themselves very professionally, very clean theatre with ample parking. Tickets are fairly priced, but make sure you order your tickets as soon as they go on sale because the seats sell out quickly. You won’t be disappointed.
Darlene — Google review
Beautiful venue. Sound system very very very good. Stage visibility very very good. Vero Beach Ballet and the Terminus Ballet just plain awesome. We saw The Man In Black first. Many of the performances brought tears to my eyes. The experience was so good that we want to become members. The outside band they had on this Friday was also super good. Drinks at the Orchid bar are generous and quality.
Martee Halloran — Google review
Wow!! What a wonderful experience, we attended their winterfest event 🎄❄️ They had an auction for some of the most beautifully decorated christmas trees, a wonderful band, Santa's village, ice skating & more. We attended the amazing Finding Nemo play. 🐠🌊 preformed by young kids and it was like a Broadway production!!! My whole family was in aww!!
The Sweet Karma Bar — Google review
Brought our own chairs to last nights concert, 3/1/24 Chemistry. They were very good 80s songs. Lead singer great also played saxophone. It's a small venue.
Food and drink available, both reasonable. Food was better than typical bar food. Plenty of parking and clean rest rooms.
Frank Hager — Google review
Had a wonderful time, except my mother could not sing or stomp or clap with the music because the other guests was experience some frustration. It states in the pamphlet that she was unable to enjoy herself by doing these things. I'm not sure if we'll be back. Almost heaven, was the most brilliant show we have ever seen. Thank you Almost Heaven we would love to see you again.
Patricia Cox — Google review
Attended Man of la Mancha and A Comedy of Tenors so far this season. Excellent live performances in a beautiful setting.
R Truglio — Google review
Really nice place for concerts. I saw the Stones Clones in their outdoor theater. They have chairs and tables, most people bring their own chairs. The theater inside is pretty. They serve food and drinks, not bad on the price. Nice place to spend a few hours. The grounds are pretty. I recommend going there when they have events.
Lorraine Vitale — Google review
An amazing venue. Great parking, right on a park in a quiet area, every seat is a great seat, good food served prior to the play for sale and plenty of places to comfortably wait for the doors to open. The performance was excellent and the venue was intimate. We will be back.
Leon Ricci — Google review
First time visitors. We saw "Almost Heaven" Musical, songs of John Denver. Being involved in music most of my life both as a singer and player and owning music stores and studios, I appreciated the cast selection and amazing talent!! All of the cast membors were multi-talented musicians and actors and they truly delivered! We have just moved to Vero Beach from CA where we were season ticket holders at the "Lambs Players Theater" in Coronado, CA. In my personal opinion, our first experience at "Riverside Theatre" surpassed many of the musicals we enjoyed at the Lambs! Well Done!
Rebecca Reilly — Google review
Great location, free parking and free outdoor music on Saturday nights. The only issue I had was an incorrect food order and having to pick it up outside and then bring it back inside to sit and eat at my table. There is table service available but it runs a bit slow. The specialty alcoholic lemonade was very good. Nice venue.
Catherine Allison — Google review
Although the productions are very professional, the Theatre does not treat it s season ticket holders with respect. The Theatre started charging season ticket holders to change nights! After 40 years, I am not renewing my season tickets.Since my life does not revolve around my season ticket, I will pay as I go if I go.
When the economy tanks, the Theatre will miss its patrons!
Thank you!
Steve Lauer — Google review
Wonderful theater with great variety of shows, comedy, and live music in the loop
Frances Kenny — Google review
We watched The Million Dollar Quartet. Everyone did an excellent job especially Jerry Lee Lewis! He is so full of energy and fun to watch. They wouldn't let us take pictures so I can't share any photos.
Velma Roberts — Google review
Great that they have free live music certain times of the year on weekends. Along with the fantastic plays and comedies. Love it!
Linda G — Google review
Went to their outdoor concert series. Very nice venue, courteous staff, tasty food, reasonably priced drinks, and convenient amenities. Very nice crowd
Ana Micheli — Google review
The venue was really nice and the event was awesome. We ate at Riverside Cafe (delicious) and walked over to the theater. Great seats!
Tim Calhoun — Google review
Excellent experience! Beautiful theatre and exquisite performance. Theatre management and staff are warm and professional. GM LC is doing a wonderful job and provided us incredible hospitality for the show. Impressive. We'll delightfully be back soon.
Lynette L — Google review
We always enjoy our experiences at the main stage at Riverside Theater. First-rate Broadway shows are presented by experienced pro and amateur actors. Sets, music and viewing is always superb. The theater is small enough that there are no poor seats. Looking forward to my next visit.
Dan Martin — Google review
The theater is a great venue for plays and outdoor concerts. I should know I played drums with my band the Stone Clones. The band and people we all had a great time. Did I mention the fantastic food and full bar. Go go go....
Warren Vitale — Google review
My husband, myself and my sister/brother in law were super excited to check out comedy zone. I decided to celebrate my husband’s birthday here. We live within walking distance to the theatre and had been wanting to check it out for so long. Purchased our tickets and attended the 8pm show, everything started out fantastically having cocktails and watching a fun/funny show. As the next performer came on, we were accosted by the service staff to be quiet for laughing. I will tell you, we are all grown professional adults and we were in no way acting up or obnoxiously/rude or disrespectful. It all started by a guest there that complained to the wait staff and instead of professionalism from the staff to speak with us, we had a server come and speak to us like trash and tell us we should just leave. I felt so humiliated by the staff we decided the leave. The comic even asked us why we were leaving. The police officer outside of the venue had no idea of the situation. I called management weeks ago with no response to remedy. Such a shame because it’s a great facility with such an awful experience. We will not be back nor recommend to anyone.
The Vero Beach Museum of Art is a contemporary regional museum that showcases American and international visual art collections. Its sleek, white building located in Riverside Park offers changing fine-art exhibitions and regular outdoor jazz concerts. The museum features a small but carefully chosen selection of works from famous artists such as Monet, Matisse, Picasso Rembrandt, Hockney, Warhol, Cassat, Rockwell and more.
Small but lovingly curated museum. Lovely outdoor sculpture garden. We visit once a year on vacation and there are always different and extensive exhibits. The current exhibit features local private collections. Stunning works from Monet, Matisse, Picasso Rembrandt, Hockney, Warhol, Cassat, Rockwell, and more. Highly recommend. During pre-pandemic times and hopefully in the future there is a nice cafe.
Juliana ?Mrs. Lo? LoBiondo — Google review
Impressive museum for a "small town". Staff was amazing and displays of art pieces from local artists was really neat. To see a Picasso or Matisse not far from an up and coming local talent shows you how amazing the Vero community is. Would highly recommend. Don't forget to see the outside sculptures in the back.
Greg Blake — Google review
First time visiting here. I went over the weekend .Although it was nice and had an interesting Egyptian display with lots of interesting information. The museum was a bit small than others I have been to. Luckily there was a free art show outside the museum going so we went there afterwards which was nice. Nice spot to waste an hour for 2. This museum is located inside a beautiful park.
Michael Jimenez — Google review
Great little museum but professionally taken care of with amazing exhibits. Always check on what's upcoming on their website featuring art, photography, paintings, sculpture and video. They also have an art school for kids along with workshops.
MannyG33309 — Google review
We came to the MOA to see Rolling Sculpture. We had not been here previously. There is plenty of parking and we took some time walking the grounds prior to going inside. The Museum is small, with only a few exhibition halls, but it is beautiful. We spent about two hours here and really enjoyed the visit.
Andrew Brofman — Google review
Ok, not a art critic but this place is very cool. Spent a day here with the wife. Very elegant and classy. Staff was super nice and knowledgeable from my point of view. Check out there schedule, worth going too. Will go back
Jeffery Schecht — Google review
We had a homeschool field trip to the Vero art museum, and I think we were one of the first groups to come for a field trip since everything has opened up again. Our group was mostly younger children with my son being the only older age one. A group was given several sets of tour guides and all the guides were very friendly and knowledgeable.
There is a children's section to the museum though it wasn't open when we visited. There's also a garden area but it started raining during our tour so we couldn't access it, the pavers get slippery in the rain.
I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of art given how small the museum looks from the outside, and there was a lot of attention to detail given during the tours. There is a small gift shop here.
Lynz — Google review
We visited the Vero Beach Museum of Art and took a guided tour of the exhibit Rolling Sculptures. It was an excellent experience. Our Docent, Deborah Flynn, was charming, patient, knowledgeable and enjoyed taking us walking around the cars, motorcycles and mascots. It was a very interesting well curated exhibit that took us all back to a time in history full of creativity and contrasts.
Marcela — Google review
The night projector installations a brilliant idea. Something really nice to do after hours and enjoy the creativity of others and experience with alike of the community. Such a fun and creative idea definitely should consider this monthly as an event to attend to and rotating the art and themes it as it goes. Thank you for doing this!
Paulina Fadrowska — Google review
Lovely place! The M. C. Escher exhibit is a lot of fun and I suggest you all go and see it while it’s up. The museum guides are very friendly and come up to you to talk about the artists and tell you a bit about their life. Beautiful and well maintained place!
Mellanie Debayle — Google review
What a great museum. Today we saw the MC Escher exhibit and we loved it! Very clean and quiet. We will be back.
CaitlinsTurn — Google review
I’m not extremely into art but this exhibit is very cool. I had the pleasure of being in town while the MC Escher exhibit was available which was the main reason I decided to go. It did not disappoint. I really enjoy his artwork and the trippy ideas he had. Was nice that military/first responders get in free.
Curry7 Eagles — Google review
One of the best museums I’ve ever visited! I’ll be honest I didn’t expect much from this museum because I was visiting Fort Pierce (somewhere I’ve never heard of) with a friend and we were looking for something fun to do. I didn’t expect such amazing and emotionally moving works of art. This has taught me not to judge a book by its cover (or not to judge a place just because you’ve never heard of it!). I’ve added my photos of my two favorite pieces. If I ever visit Vero Beach again this is the first place I’ll be visiting. Thank you for displaying such wonderful artwork!
Aliyah Harris — Google review
This is an unexplored gym, who knew? The grounds are spectacular and the facility is First Rate. We didn't know about this place, but we do now!
The McKee Botanical Gardens is an 18-acre plot of land on the National Register of Historic Places that boasts a lush and serene tropical jungle garden filled with exotic and native plants and trees. Visitors can enjoy a range of amenities, including a library, cafe, gift shop, and children's center with a splash pad. The gardens offer plenty of photo opportunities featuring different orchids and fun dinosaur exhibits.
What an amazing peaceful place. The grounds are spectacular and clean. With all the different trails you are always finding something different. Got kids? There is an area just for them...and it's awesome! FUN!
Brian & Nicole Love — Google review
This garden is wonderful. If you’re thinking even a little bit about visiting, DO IT!
First off, it’s very affordable, the staff is all very friendly and helpful, and the entire grounds is spotless.
Secondly, the area is huge with something magical to look at every single step you take. Make sure to get a map since a lot of the paths are interweaving.
We ended up buying a membership as we left and already excited to visit again soon. HIGHLY suggest a stop by. It’s something you will likely remember for a very long time after you leave.
Ceej Ceej — Google review
We had a fantastic time! So beautiful! I took along my two tiny travelers, a two year old and a 12 year old. They both had a blast. They enjoyed the trails. The tot could not stop talking about the giant mushroom statue. And they loved cooling off in the splash pad area. Highly suggest going, great for kids and adults of all ages. We spent about 3 hours or so. And we probably still didn’t see all of it. As we spent most of the time in the children’s garden. But we are already planning another trip!
Phylicia Herline — Google review
Beautiful garden with lots of pretty flowers, ponds, and trees. Also saw lots of interesting reptiles running around.
The kids' zone looked like a fun spot for young kids who like climbing and exploring. The kids' zone also had those in ground water spouts/fountains that shoot up water for kids to get wet/cool down so be sure to bring their trunks/bathing suits if you don't mind them getting wet.
Can get a little warm on a hot summer day, but there are a lot of shaded trails that help with the temperatures.
Amil Abdallah — Google review
This visit, the last before our two boys have a baby sister join the pack, was all about the kiddos.
The yearly family pass is a great investment for anyone who has the ability to visit several times a year and, while we've been busy with our recent move to Vero along with projects with our "new" 1933 house and ~1 acre lot and therefore have only visited two times since buying the pass in July, it was still worth it.
Hopefully, I'll be able to peruse the beautiful gardens next time; this visit was straight into the kids splash area, then to the pirates ship (it made me conscious of my back's decline in flexibility!), then back to the car. Destination: Ice Cream!
Nick Dolphin — Google review
The McKee Botanical Gardens was beautiful! Lots of great photo opportunities. A lot of different orchids and fun dinosaurs across the area with a cute kids center if you bring your kids. There is a Cafe, though it was closed when we went. Hope there are more variations of plants for our next visit, but overall really loved it!
Yolanda Lozano — Google review
Beautiful garden with a dense canopy and lots of opportunities for capturing intimate shots. A smaller size property compared to some, made for a nice leisurely walk while still seeing everything. A little off the beaten path but well worth the drive. Great kids area with a unique playground.
Sean Culver — Google review
Ti had been wanting to visit since moving into the area over 4 years ago, and I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit on July 19th. We entered at about 3:30, knowing that the gardens closed at 5, but we managed to see most of the property. Thankfully, there were plenty of shady areas and trails to keep us from overheating on the hot July day (*you are permitted to bring water with you). There are a lot of interesting features and beautiful plants. Some are identified by markers and/or signage, and it would be helpful if more were. We had the added treat of an interesting exhibit of "balanced rock sculptures" that were displayed throughout the grounds. They even had a map showing where each of the 25 installations were located, and while we found many, we ran of time before finding all 25. I would highly recommend purchasing one of the membership options, as the admission fee is $15 per adult for a single day visit, yet you can purchase a 1 year membership for a single adult at $50 which allows unlimited visits for a full year from date of purchase (*another membership option for 1 adult plus a guest is only $60 for a year of visits). I look forward to returning, but plan to go earlier to have more time to explore!
Paulette Musselman — Google review
A very well maintained and quite exotic garden. Lots of water ways and butterflies all around. We saw plenty of fish and a couple of small turtles on our visit. There were some nice artful touches as well as several tastefully constructed shaded areas and a large central building with an historic overview video presentation. There is an on site resteraunt (we didn't use) that looked very nice and had inside and shaded outside seating. The staff were lovely and our visit was well worth the entrance fee due to the professional way the gardens are managed.
Ian Lawler — Google review
Beautiful peaceful place to walk through! Plants, waterfalls, trees, ponds, stone bridge and nice trails carved throughout.
The artists that made bamboo statues of birds were very interesting!
There is a restaurant, gift shop and public restrooms.
Plenty of parking and reasonable entry fee.
There are planned events posted for kids on a sign.
A lot of people contributed a lot of time and effort to preserve this area making it a beautiful place to enjoy!
Brenda Powell — Google review
A must! Such a fun and absolutely beautiful experience! My daughter is 4 and had a blast! Bathrooms in several areas, Cafe, gift shop, and splash pad for kids in children's garden. So peaceful and family friendly!!
Erin Ottoson — Google review
Beautiful and small botanical garden. Easy for seniors and people in wheel chairs to access. I went with my father and we had a wonderful time. Make sure to put bug spray on before you go as it is very much a tropical garden.
I was surprised by how nice the Cafe on site was. I got an iced coffee and freshly baked chocolate croissant and it was absolutely delicious. They also offered complimentary strawberry and mint water. Which was very refreshing after being out in the Florida heat..
Drita D'Alessandro — Google review
Beautiful relaxing garden with a splash area for kids and a play area as well. Enjoy a nice peaceful walk around the garden. There is a cafe as well open until 3 pm. Definitely a good tourist attraction! Kids under 2 are free. $15.00 for adults.
Maria Gomez — Google review
Very well-maintained garden surrounding a maze of streams and ponds. I visited in the middle of the day, during the middle of September. Although it was a little humid, my stroll was pretty much shaded the whole time. It took me about an hour and a half to walk the trails. Can you imagine what it would’ve been like to visit this place in 1932, when there was wildlife like monkeys, big game, and alligators? My thanks to Arthur and Waldo for this awesome attraction! Also, kudos to the people who’ve maintained it over the years 😍😊😘
mie coe — Google review
I'm only giving it 5 stars because I can't give 10. Great gardens. The new children's area is top notch. Very well thought out with perfect activities for kids. Bring clothes the kids can get wet in to enjoy the splash pad but plenty of great places for the kids and parents even without the splash pad. The gardens themselves are very well thought out and have great picture spots. We actually arrived right as it started to rain and thought the paths would not be good after it rained but they were actually perfect. The gravel they use on the paths made them not muddy and very enjoyable to walk on even wet. The rain actually cleared the gardens out of people so we had the place to ourselves for a while after the rain stopped. They have a very nice cafe for food and drinks. And the staff was great.
Dennis Frye — Google review
Wonderfully magical garden with fascinating history for the whole family. Nice children's play area. The Gardens offers activities like crafts, special guests, and tours. Their Garden Grill serves delicious reasonably priced food.
Ana Micheli — Google review
What an amazing place! So many beautiful trees, unique flowering plants, sculptures, mosaic art pieces, and other visual surprises. There's also a children's garden with things to climb on and a water feature to splash around in, plus a lovely shop and cafe. Don't know why there aren't any other positive reviews here; this place is a gem and well worth the visit.
Sharon Rosen — Google review
We do enjoy visiting this botanical garden 🪴 We are pass holders (which I highly recommend. It’s a bit more than a regular entry but well worth it, as you get entry into several other gardens, as well). They have special events throughout the year that you won’t want to miss. We just went for the holiday lights (they have a special night for pass holders). It was pretty, as always, but it seemed like they didn’t have as much this year. Don’t be discouraged though. Be sure to check it out during the day too. There is a little cafe, but it doesn’t appear to be very dietary restriction friendly. They have a kid zone which is Awesome and a little gift shop too.
Bunny King — Google review
Been twice and will be back again. I find it therapeutic just to wander through the beautiful trails.
Lots of labels so you can identify the plants. Highlights for me were the gorgeous water lilies on the pond and the kaleidoscope area. The visuals were stunning. Trails are easy to follow, mostly in shade. Check out the Hall of Giants for some history. You can do most everything in 2 hrs. Separate event: The annual car show (Feb) was crowded- come early next year or plan to park offsite and take a shuttle.
Alicia Archer — Google review
A lovely historical "jungle" barn and garden that have been restored! The current exhibit of avian sculptures made it interesting and fun to search for each one, and signage provided information about each bird species. Numerous plants were in bloom. This is a perfect afternoon excursion, and you could have lunch in the cafe. We saw people of all ages. Peaceful, lovely trails that were easy to navigate with a map. Not all paved, but I did see some light wheel chairs being pushed.
Linda Gocken — Google review
I’ve been to 3 botanical
Gardens in the last few weeks and this by far is #1 out of all those. The Christmas tree light display was beyond incredible. Everything was set up so perfect and precise. The staff was very friendly and guided you like you were on a tour. $15 admission. Got there at 6pm when it opened and it was packed already. Will return next year for hopefully another visit.
Thomas Dzielak — Google review
This place was a 2 hour drive for me and 15$ a piece to get in (2 of us) but when I tell you their place was so well worth it it was. You can spend hours in here and just get lost. I love it and will
Come back it’s gorgeous in here!!!!!! There is a cafe inside so no need to leave just enjoy
Round Island Beach Park is a recreational area that features picnic pavilions, walking trails, and a playground. It provides access to the beach along with restrooms and showers. The park is known for its accurate maintenance of hazard flags and up-to-date information about tides and alerts. This makes it an ideal destination for families with children or individuals with a connection to water such as surfers. The park offers a fun beach adventure for all visitors while ensuring their safety at all times.
I'm currently local and go here often. There's plenty of beach access's around, but I knew this one would be accurate with maintaining their hazard flags when applicable. I took my 8 year old autistic nephew here last weekend for his first beach adventure being confident that the stats of the beach would be advertised and up to date. The importance of pointing out he is autistic is his connection to water and his level of awe and love for the ocean. His dream was easily made a reality knowing, and trusting, the tide info (etc) was correct as well as any alerts. My nephew had a blast, and he is well on his way learning how to surf.
Megan Janson — Google review
Beautiful day. Very quiet and had the beach to ourselves. Lots of pretty things to look at. Easy access to the beach. Plenty of parking available. Also, has picnic spots available.
Mike Foley — Google review
Lovely beach
Free parking. Picnic area and barbecue in each space.
Clean bathrooms.
Super close and easy beach access.
Caro Zapponi — Google review
This isn’t just a beach, it’s a great little picnic spot, and a little slice of history. There are showers and restrooms. The walk to the beach is short.
Elaine Hocker — Google review
So beautiful here! If you like some privacy, beautiful ocean, beautiful people, clean beautiful Beach 🏖️ w lifeguards. This is for you!!! I love it here ...... come here alot!!! Look for yourself! A nice cigar is a Plus!!!
Jake Black — Google review
Nice, mellow beach vibe with the amenities of covered picnic tables, bathrooms, fresh water showers & even historical references 🇺🇸🏖️
J. L. (Joy) — Google review
Beautiful. We took a drive down A1A from Vero Beach and are so glad we stopped. It's beautiful and relaxing.
Gilberto Morales — Google review
What a beautiful place! We Had a wonderful day. It was super cool to see the tide times posted when we came up. The showers were nice to rinse off your feet. Lots of picnic tables and shaded tables too.
Nicklish Johnson — Google review
Great park we found by accident and stayed a while. Playground walking trail, fish cleaning station restrooms. Nice area to relax and manatees in the winter.
Judy Woodcock — Google review
Perfect beach! Not too busy and has a life guard.
R M — Google review
Great little beach. Definitely going back to the other side with walkway and lookout tower. No Dogs allowed at this park
Jason Howard — Google review
Very nice. Boat ramp bathrooms and picnic tables. Nice beach across the road
William Fyler — Google review
Nice park for seeing some secluded areas of the inter coastal.
Andy Wirth — Google review
Nice secluded beach .. only a few people were there taking in the surf and sand
Quan Nguyen — Google review
Clean,beautiful beach. Good parking
Jeannine Fraser — Google review
Beautiful beach, clean restrooms, lifeguard on site and free parking.
Yvonne Schlatter Helbling — Google review
Beautiful, Beach! Not crowded, very clean bathrooms.
The National Navy SEAL Museum is a compact but impressive establishment with displays showcasing the history and equipment used by the Navy SEALs. Visitors can explore exhibits of armory, weaponry, and historical artifacts while also experiencing a realistic feeling of being a paratrooper inside a helicopter. The museum has an excellent section on Medal of Honor recipients, which highlights their bravery in full detail. Additionally, visitors can learn about the various operations that were conducted by Navy Seals outside declared wars such as Panama and Haiti.
This is a small museum but packed full of excellent exhibits, armory, movies and weaponry. The volunteer docents were very good and explained everything to us before we entered. Climb inside the helicopter and you will get a realistic feeling of what it was like to be a paratrooper. The Medal of Honor section was excellent because it gave the full story of the bravery of the recipients. We particularly enjoyed seeing all of the operations that were conducted by Navy Seals outside of declared wars (Panama, Haiti, etc.) The Normandy section was very good as were the sections on canines. Great experience.
Theresa Hoban — Google review
The museum was a fantastic experience. It's not the biggest, but each item and exhibit was authentic and high quality. Extra points if you are able to speak to some of the workers regarding the origin stories of some of the pieces. There is a military discount for veterans and active duty. The grounds outside the building also have really great exhibits. To cap it off, you can walk from the parking lot to the beach and enjoy some fun and sun all in one visit
Travis H — Google review
This place is cool! The outdoors are totally free and perfect for kids (of all ages). There is a fee to tour the museum inside. The ships are amazing and really give you a sense of the hardships of battle. After your done here, you can go directly to the beach in the same parking lot, or the playground next door. BTW parking is ample and also free 😃
Family Room — Google review
Great place if you are there when there is not a crowd. I enjoyed all the exhibits. They were quite interesting and the obstacle course outside was fun. At the same time, I was quite disappointed about the inconsistency of mask wearing among the staff and the inability to socially distance within this setting. That's why I only gave a 4. We were between 2 large groups of people who were oblivious to everyone else around them and totally ignored any type of 6 foot space. Even a staff member who was unmasked continued to approach me (masked )to talk about something-disregarding my "No, thankyou"'s and my backing away from him. I just found it surprising during Covid. I think it would work better if there was perhaps an overall limit on the number of people in the building at one time so there is more ability to have some distance from others.
Melissa Antul — Google review
Being a Navy Veteran, this place has been on my list for a while. I finally got the opportunity to go today. (9/3/22) It's an INCREDIBLE experience. A very well laid out museum with tons to see and interact with. It really brought back a lot of memories for me.
If you are planning on going, set aside a GOOD block of time. Also try to go when the weather is good because there is a lot to see outside on the grounds as well.
Just an overall incredible experience. I look forward to going back, hopefully with friends and share all the history contained therein.
Michael E — Google review
This museum has so much information so I recommend allotting 2-3 hours to tour. I really enjoyed my time there and learned so much about the Histiry of the Navy Seals.
The museum and grounds are spectacular and so well kept. I was super impressed with everything.
Mr. Andy Brady runs the museum and he shared quite a bit of the SEAL history as we were leaning facility.
There is a store on site with souvenirs and more. I highly recommend visiting if in the area or have a passion for the Navy Seals.
Dr. Rosie Ann Riley — Google review
I brought my two year old and my 8 year old here. I was able to use a wagon and navigate thru pretty okay. It has lots of gear, weapons, machinery-pretty much everything navy seals use and have used. They show you the changes in equipment over the decades. They have an outdoor obstacle course that the navy seals use. My son had fun. They also had some boats, and other vehicles that you can actually get inside of. There is a small memorial garden honoring fallen seals throughout the different wars. I feel like it’s a bit pricey for what they have and to be honest to allow people to experience history. Adults are $15, children are $7 and toddlers and infants are free.
There are a couple of picnic tables you can sit at and snack on. It does say no backpacks or big bags but because I had my son I guess they let me through with them-they didn’t question me.
galila Abdelghani — Google review
So much better than expected! My wife spent a lot more time reading the displays next to the exhibits, and was more interested than she thought she would have been going in. The story telling is great, displays include everything from vehicles, boats, helicopters and gear. Great gift shop with reasonable things appropriate for friends and family. Discounts for families, seniors and vets. Go!
Kevin Kling — Google review
Excellent museum for all ages. Interactive and informative with recent updates. Free entrance after 3pm. Closed Monday. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. And beach short walk away.
Brad Adams — Google review
What a tribute to those who have kept us safe and freedom alive! Weapons, vehicles, and moving stories of heroic sacrifice fill every corner. Modern static and interactive displays. Videos are so well done. Full size Blackhawk Helicopter inside. History spans from early beginnings as training ground right in Fort Pierce for WWII UDT Frogmen to today's SEAL (Sea/Air/Land) Teams. Outside is an amazing collection of boats and displays. Gift shop is well stocked with many mementos for your visit. We took 2 hours and scratched the service. Tickets are so reasonably priced. Don't miss WII beginnings: Normandy Invasion clearing mines and beach fortifications while being shot at and all with "swim trunks and a knife".
Chad S. — Google review
Went to the annual Veterans Day celebration, and the museum staff put on another outstanding show. The fly-in and demonstrations were excellent
Jay T — Google review
The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Florida is truly an epic experience for anyone interested in the history of the Navy SEALs and the incredible sacrifices they've made for our country. From the moment you step onto the grounds of the museum, you can feel the weight of the history and the importance of the mission these brave men have undertaken.
The museum is filled with an amazing collection of artifacts, exhibits, and interactive displays that bring to life the heroic stories of the Navy SEALs. From the early days of the Underwater Demolition Teams to the modern-day operations, every aspect of their remarkable journey is captured in vivid detail.
The highlight of the museum is undoubtedly the actual gear, weapons, and equipment used by the SEALs, including the famous MK V Special Operations Craft and the SEAL Delivery Vehicle. Walking through these displays, you can't help but be in awe of the skill, bravery, and dedication of these warriors.
The museum also offers a number of hands-on experiences, like the chance to climb aboard a real Navy SEAL Mini-Sub and to test your skills on the SEAL Obstacle Course. These activities give you a small glimpse into the intense training and preparation that these elite soldiers undergo in order to carry out their missions.
One of the most moving parts of the museum is the tribute to the fallen heroes of the SEAL teams. The memorial wall and the displays honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice serve as a powerful reminder of the tremendous courage and sacrifice of these brave men.
The staff at the museum are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated to sharing the incredible history and legacy of the Navy SEALs. Their enthusiasm and willingness to engage with visitors make the experience even more enriching.
Visiting the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is not just a visit to a museum; it's an opportunity to gain a deep understanding and appreciation for the men who have served and continue to serve in the Naval Special Warfare community. This museum provides a truly epic and humbling experience that will leave you with a profound sense of respect and admiration for the Navy SEALs and their unwavering commitment to our their nation.
Gary Mitchell — Google review
Leave it to UDT (oh yeah, Seals) to have a museum this awesome. We've visited three times and each time learn something new or discover a display that somehow missed our attention on the previous visit.
Make sure to visit on a sunny day as the outside displays (mostly SDVs and watercraft) are worth the walk.
The gift store? Just have your credit card at the ready, that's all I have to say about that.
The tour Eclectic — Google review
A must see for every freedom loving American citizen! Humbling, inspiring and truly amazing! And a fitting tribute to the warriors who have served!
Sam Ciraulo — Google review
Very impressed with this museum! The size can be deceiving from the outside. Every inch of this building is packed full of awesome artifacts and information.
It’s also very clean and well kept. Also very easy to navigate.
I highly recommend! Took us around 1 hour and 15 minutes to slowly walk and watch the videos.
Cruiser Plotline — Google review
What a great place to visit!! I am so thankful for these men who have given everything for our freedom!!! My wife's uncle was on Seal Team 2 and found his name on the wall. The staff was so helpful in finding his graduation photo!
Ft Pierce Inlet State Park is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. For just $6 per car, visitors can enjoy a half-mile beach with numerous activities such as swimming, fishing, surfing, scuba diving and bird-watching. Those interested in unique experiences can book the clear kayaking tour for $55 per person which requires advance reservations.
This is a great place for outdoor activities. It is 6$ a car to get in to the park and there are lots of things to do! When we were here we did the clear kayaking tour. This needs the be reserved ahead of time and is 55$ a person. It was worth every dollar. The guide is hilarious and knowledgeable! He takes you through the mangroves and to a secluded sandbar. This tour was around 3-4 hours long. We saw a lot of sea life! We can't wait to go on another tour here.
Lexi Shepherd — Google review
Great spot to bring paddleboards or kayaks and explore the mangroves - we always see tons of cool creatures from dolphins and sharks to turtles, raccoons, and birds.
Trevor Cole — Google review
Great beach! You have to pay to get in but totally worth it. We chose the “cove side” (there is a fork in the road and you can chose the Cove or the Beach side) the Cove side had some excavators digging up sand for a nearby location and my 3 year old went nuts seeing the equipment digging just like him. The Beach side was also amazing. We went right around low tide and it was great for little ones.
Diana Merdian — Google review
Gorgeous park with mangrove inlet area explorable through walking trails and paddle access, as well as the Atlantic coast beach area. Park ranger was very friendly and helpful. Plenty of parking and the beach was amazing. Hurricane Ida stirred up some waves and wow was it sweet watching those brave surfers risk the currents AND the jellyfish! Kayak rentals and tours are offered by third party. We ended up going through Sunrise City adventures, (rentals only-no tour). Kayaks were only $25 for 2 hours! Unfortunately I didn't snap photos of that part because the tide was going out and we had to focus on paddling before we were swept out of the inlet area to the harbor area. Haha, it was fine and not that hard to paddle even against current.
Brittney Hooper — Google review
Stopped for a quick beach visit. Nice park with a great picnic area with restrooms. A separate beach parking with a short walk through a sand trail abutted by sea grapes.
Deborah Simone — Google review
Sensational state park. Great beaches. Perfect sand. Picnic tables nearby and clean restrooms. Kayaking rental available. Fishing to your hearts content. There's a little wildlife trail nearby too. But the beach and surfers are the main show. Plan a day during the week when it's less crowded. Bring your swimwear and enjoy!
MannyG33309 — Google review
This is a really nice state park. It has miles of beaches, plenty of pavilions. Great place to spend the day! Highly recommend
Brian Erdakos — Google review
Very beautiful place to relax with friends and family. Some restaurants near, or bring your own food with you. Wish there was more things for children to be able to play, but it's definitely a nice place to spend the afternoon.
Maria Gomez — Google review
I have been coming to this beach since I was 5 years old and every time we get to Florida we drive 40min from Jensen Beach to come to the beach because it’s the cleanest and is so flat which is very kid friendly and there’s always lots to see by the rocks…
Sometimes there’s a lot of surfers but they do typically stay close to the rocks and they watch out for people in the water
Aprylmae Tsuneta — Google review
This is the go to place for swimming. It did cost 5 dollars I believe for a car load (All day), so not expensive. This place is super neat to visit. Diamond point has pristine water, white sand, and the water is calm. So perfect for swimming.
The beach is beautiful, perfect for paddling and surfing.
Definitely worth paying a visit if you are near the park.
Melisa — Google review
Great beach area. The water is clear with a large shelf to walk out into the water. Not a lot of waves making it easy to just float on a board and enjoy the sun and water.
ALAN DEE — Google review
Awesome park. Really nice clean beach and clean restrooms. Great place for walking. Pet friendly.
Joe Rivera — Google review
Beautiful and clean park. Dogs allowed in park but not on beach. Will definitely come again.
Cheryl Taggart — Google review
Beautiful beach. Usually not too crowded. They also just installed newer bathrooms and washrooms. Very convenient. You can walk along the rocks, wade out waist deep or just sit back and relax in the sun.
You do have to pay to get in, unless you're a veteran and have signed up.
You can also take up to 8 people per car load, so then you can maximize your party for less!
The park rangers are always friendly and helpful if you need them.
Beware of Portuguese man-of-war, as they are everywhere.
Please do not dig holes in the sand, as it will mess up the turtles and their nesting.
Joshua Rollins — Google review
My new favorite beach. Been looking for a place to go to since we moved up from Pompano. Beach is fairly wide, sand is clean, water is nice. Looking forward to summer and when the water temp gets higher.
The Manatee Observation and Education Center is a coastal awareness nature center that offers informative exhibits on marine life. Additionally, there is a waterfront viewing platform where visitors can observe sea creatures in their natural habitat. Knowledgeable volunteers are available to provide additional information and answer questions. The gift shop offers a variety of souvenirs for visitors to choose from. Although the center was not fully open during one visit, it was still possible to spot at least one manatee in the river.
Knowledgeable volunteers. We got to see 3 manatees in the river. Also a very nice gift shop with a nice variety of gifts and souvenirs.
Suzanne Hnevsa — Google review
I really enjoyed this Area you can fish and watch the Manatttes or go inside the different Attractions or The Backus Art Gallery or Check out The Aptt. Theater and there is Trail Walk and Veterans Recreational Facility and just plenty to do and see in this area it's a MUST VISIT TO SEE Y'ALL. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SUREAN AREA TO ALL THERE'S SOMETHING FOR ALL TO REALLY ENJOY😇😁❤️🎉🙌🙌👍👍👍
Patricia J — Google review
Neat little place. They offer some cool information on the sea life here in our oceans. They also sell boat ride tickets which were both fun and relaxing.
Alex Macus — Google review
This is a very small building with a small admission.
Honestly, this is pretty underwhelming and I don’t think there should be any sort of admission fee. The staff was all incredibly nice and informative, though.
Cruiser Plotline — Google review
While we didn't see any manatees the day we were there, it was still worth the time to learn about the manatees, sit upstairs on the observation area & stroll through the little flower garden
Dottie Summerlin — Google review
Visit this place is Absolutely a waist of time and money. First we did not feel welcome by the front desk staff. Then we were told no see of Manatee now. As an effort to make the visit worthy, we asked 3 questions trying to learn some facts about manatee. Disappointedly, the staff responded "I don't know" "maybe they can live 10 years", "possible one baby in life time but I don't really know". Would not recommend to visit this place.
auburn green — Google review
Staff was knowledgeable, passionate and spent time talking with both young and old visitors. Got very lucky while we were there and actually got to see some Manatees. Great quick trip to learn a little bit about the local area. Come and support them if you have the time! You wont regret it.
Eric Jordan — Google review
It was nice but unfortunately the center wasn't fully open while we were there. We did see just one Manatee in the water.
Kathleen Vigil — Google review
Loved it! The outdoor observation deck with the whiteboard "seen today" and the indoor underwater camera feed give you an effective view of many local species!
Besides manatees, you might possibly view shark, barracudas, and very unique fish!
The staff onsite are extremely knowledgeable and informative! Have a chat!
Guess what? Your visit is FREE!
Donations accepted...please leave something in the donation box!
Carolyne Wilson — Google review
Definitely a place you wanna visit. Lots of things to visit and see.
Alicia Vega — Google review
Good well put together and educational facility for children and adults.
John Hartman — Google review
Went down to check it out. Walked around and read all of the Highwayman information. So worth it, those men were incredibly talented. Also gawked at the House of seven gables for a bit, walked the Manatee bridge, but did not see any. Wonderful experience. We will return.
George E. Cooper III — Google review
What a pretty location. There's a little pier to walk out on to look for manatee. The museum is teeny and cute. But great for little kids. Just enough to see and do. No manatee spottings on our visit.
Susan Davis — Google review
Such a cute place to look around!! Lots of photo ops!
Jennilyn Brown — Google review
We visited the Manatee Observation and Education Center several times and it was a wonderful experience! The staff were knowledgeable and friendly, and they were happy to answer any questions we had. The center features a variety of educational materials, including informative displays and exhibits, which made learning about manatees much more enjoyable. The observation area is also a highlight of the experience; it would be nice to see manatees up close and in their natural habitat one day. Overall, I highly recommend the Manatee Observation and Education Center to anyone looking for an enjoyable and educational experience.
Aliya M — Google review
Administrator was very kind & informed me of Great places to eat like Kyle G's, Square Grouper & Manatee Island. We did go to Square Grouper that evening & had a very good mahi sandwuch & their drinks & fries were fantastic! Great atmosphere & on the water. . $60-70ish for 2. Live DJ. No kids allowed, only 21 & up.
C W — Google review
Place is very nice, beautiful scenery, didn't see any manatees but did see a couple of lizards, iguanas, geckoes or whatever they are and one big rat that ran out of the trashcan and behind me! Water was pretty, sailboats, waves, heron!
Shelly Ham — Google review
Good information on manatees, pretty butterfly garden, but no manatees.
Heathcote Botanical Gardens is home to the largest public tropical bonsai display in the nation, as well as multiple garden rooms. This small yet beautiful park offers a range of delights, including seek-and-find animal games for children and great opportunities for pictures with Santa. Visitors can enjoy a wood maker who creates tops for kids, and even pet one of the resident cats named Hilgi. The gardens are laid out neatly, making it easy to navigate and appreciate their beauty.
A real treasure in Fort Pierce. Wonderful botanical journey with amazing plants to see. The bonsai collection was amazing. Being a South African, I was really pleased to see a few South African trees amongst the bonsai.
Desmond Kurz — Google review
I went with my family to the Garden of Lights this year and absolutely loved it. Fun for the whole family. My nephew had a blast looking for the animals on our seek and find throughout the garden, Santa 🤶 🎅, lots of great picture 📸 spots; they even had a wood maker making each kid a top. I definitely recommend.
A S — Google review
Went to Heathcote botanical Gardens on a field trip. The staff very knowledgeable on gardening. The flowers are pretty. A nice place to walk around the beautiful garden. If you looking for something to do stop by and enjoy the flowers, The Koi fish, and they have a wide range of bonsai trees.
Carrie Roe — Google review
These are relatively small gardens that manage to fit in quite a lot of beauty. Everything is laid out nicely and it's pretty easy to find your way around. We also got to pet Hilgi, one of the resident cats.
K O — Google review
What a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon! So much care has gone into the design and layout of the different exhibits at this botanical garden. They have an impressive bonsai garden, and helpful staff happy to provide thoughtful insight about the special displays. Children (and the young at heart) will be enamored by the fairytale-like candy house, the mosaic bear chair, and the mosaic hopscotch. They are dog-friendly too!
Eve Greiner — Google review
Beautiful grounds, wonderful volunteers, reasonable prices - nothing but love for this stunning oasis amidst our modern concrete desert. This is the type of Florida-ing I live for.
Trevor Cole — Google review
It’s very charming. My toddler had a great time, just her and I. Kids playhouse, butterfly garden and what seemed to be an almost endless walking path of bonsai trees we had a really sweet time. Going back when anyone comes to visit, it’s a great few hours out before heading to lunch. Also loads of amazing local art with plenty spots for a mini photog… + Always nice to support my local community
Remi Smith — Google review
Such a beautiful, peaceful place to go. Loved the flower and plant show!! The lights at Christmas are also amazing. Stunned at how gorgeous these gardens are every single time we go. Would highly recommend!
Melissa Barnes — Google review
We were very happy to find this tucked away spot. We were greeted by Susan who was very friendly. The female cat led us through the whole gardens practically. Next time I'll start at the Japanese garden first. There bonsai collection is stunning.
Veterans free. We got off the path and meet two botanist trying to save the world's citrus blight, naturally. We learned so much about lady bugs/beetles and the different kinds which are a lot. My favorite is the mold eating black and white lady bug. My only request would be to relabel the plants. Many are sun bleached white and blank.
Download a leaf identifier app. Some cool plants here
Troy C. — Google review
We went to a botanical garden in Miami earlier this week, and that one was much better. However, this one was indeed lovely. The bonsai exhibit and the reflection garden are worth the visit. We also particularly enjoyed the butterfly garden. For young children or those inclined to whimsy, the enchanted forest is delightful. My wife also loved playing on the xylophone, and of course she wants you to know this, gentle reader.
Elijah Henry — Google review
The Heathcote Botanical Gardens is a must see if you are in the area and enjoy touring gardens. It takes about an 1-2 hours to get through depending on your pace and has one of the most impressive bonsai exhibits Ive ever seen. My wife and I had a relaxing picnic lunch in the reflection garden. The staff was very friendly and they had a nice gift shop. A great way to spend an afternoon.
ray weithman — Google review
Enjoyed my visit and especially the large Bonsai collection that they have . It’s not very large gardens and you would need no more than an hour to get a good leisurely walk around the whole place. The Japanese area needs some TLC but everything else was well taken care of .
Scouser1965 — Google review
Heathcote botanical gardens located in Ft Pierce FL has the largest public collection of tropical bonsai in the United States. If you are interested in bonsai you must visit, there were some from the 1970’s and 80’s.
The garden is small and laid out nicely with cleared paths and includes sections such as a children’s garden, herb garden and Japanese garden. Not a lot was in bloom when I was there.
I visited on a beautiful weekday afternoon in December and was able to see the entire garden in less than an hour. The garden was set up for their Garden of Lights exhibit ($10 adults, $3 under 12).
Vicki — Google review
The Christmas lights are absolutely beautiful! Didn't have high hopes but left extremely happy. It was organized and the staff were fantastic and helpful in capturing photos. Affordable and definitely will return next year!
AB — Google review
Beautiful display of Christmas lights. Admission is $10 and can be purchased in advanced. Cash or credit card is accepted. Staff is friendly but not too tech savvy. Lots of lights , food trucks and lots of other vendors. Parking is on the side of the gardens. Will definitely return next year to see the lights again.
Thomas Dzielak — Google review
The family and I enjoyed walking through the gardens. The bonsai area was really neat.
jamie Krohn — Google review
We went to the light show, which was very pretty. The workers were trying their best to make the best of it when it decided to unexpectedly start pouring. Our kids found it hilarious to get to play in the rain. Everyone was very kind, even soaking wet. The lights were beautiful, though they were working very diligently, they were having some problems keeping them all on with the rain. I would recommend it, but check the weather. Lol
Cherish Brewer — Google review
This is a smaller botanical gardens. We spent about 90 minutes. The bonsai garden is world class and is the main event. Children's garden also very nice. The main garden is not large but it's a nice way to spend a few hours. Some is shaded, but of course most of it is sunny. They're working on improving their labeling so you'll know what the plants are called.
Great trail for horseback riding. The trail was well cut/maintained and mostly shaded (big plus in the summer). Most of the trails are short (about a mile or so) but if you do them all it’s 10-12 miles. Nice little hidden spot and will definitely be back!
Amber Kravetz — Google review
Very beautiful trail. Super quiet and get to enjoy the natural sounds of just nature. If you take glades cut off it fairly rough and the road leading up to the entrance is also rough you have to dodge lots of bumps and pot holes. This is one of the vet preserves I believe
Jeffery Nadolny — Google review
Dog friendly: yes
Trail is wide, flat, sand/dirt,grass with occasional tree roots. Sun/shade mix.
This is also a horse trail so watch your step.
We heard insects and an airplane overhead; otherwise, it was quiet.
We saw evidence of wild hogs and/or armadillos that had dug up the trail.
We did not meet anyone else on the trail.
Bring your own water.
Parking is free in the large fenced in area.
Cheryl E English — Google review
Interesting walk. Natural setting. It felt as if we were walking thru a jungle a hundred years ago. The hike is not long but lots of nature to see. Enjoyable walk.
illona lipovsky — Google review
It was way too lumpy for my bike I'd recommend walking or horse backing.. popped a brand new tire too
True Opinion — Google review
Beautiful park and trails love it here
Danielle Clark — Google review
Had a nice walk where we saw interesting vegetation with occasional plant identification markers. Very little wildlife was observed so we will have to go earlier next time.
Spring training facility for the NY Mets. Older facility. Could use some more hand rails on the stairs. Park on grass $10. Lots of friendly and helpful volunteers. Local police help with traffic control.
Bath rooms are small. Tiki bar. Berm behind fence on 1st base side, with sun deck behind. There is an adjacent practise field.
Main field has no dugouts. Nathans hot dogs but no Nathans mustard.
The announcer got the name of the visiting team wrong (!). Too many commercials, too loud, on the announcement system.
Pat Stakem — Google review
Left after 2nd inning....life long Mets fan, very disappointed. Was always a dream to visit here, big let down. Just moved to the area so this was on the top of the bucket list. Most annoying was Q-tip old timers in section 205 refusing to let people sit in the seats they purchased. Its reserved seating, not first come first served. What are you supposed to do with a bunch of geriatrics on their last legs though? Heard the argument over seating for the 4th time and just took the family and went home before things got ugly. No usher presence didn't help matters. Plus half the stadium was closed off for renovations compounding issues. Food options were decent, that was about the highlight. Wish this night ended differently, will probably be going to Rays, or Tortugas games moving forward.
Crystal Ball Fantasy — Google review
Great stadium but they need to be more prepared for an abundance of fans they ran out of Nathan’s fries on the second game of spring training. But all and all great too bring the family
Riverwalk Cafe and Oyster Bar is a relaxed dining spot with a strong emphasis on seafood. The menu features an extensive selection of oysters alongside other fish-based dishes, all served in a cozy ambiance that exudes charm and romance. The exposed brick interior sets the tone for an intimate dining experience, while the wine list enhances the overall feel of the place. While some dishes like calamari are well-prepared, others such as fish n chips require improvement.
Charming cozy romantic restaurant. Pork chops and sea bass were prepared perfectly. Large oysters menu. Great wine list.
Kristin T — Google review
One of my favorite spots! The food is consistently wonderful. This outing, in addition to my standard order of the salad with figs and salmon, I ordered the Asian Duck soup. The soup,my first duck experience, was surprisingly good and filling! Highly recommend!
JACQUELYN GRAHAM — Google review
Classy and quant. Good wine selection. Food tasty, though lacking salt.
Samantha Littlefield — Google review
Absolutely amazing food. It's such a hidden location my husband didn't even know it existed. The food was fantastic, server was so friendly, knowledgeable, and quick. I will be coming back here! Best burger, by far, I have ever had. Fiocchi appetizer was so good! Ricotta and pear filling with brown butter sauce! I could have eaten that as an entree if it came with a vegetable side. We came back and got the burger again and the coconut crusted grouper over curry sauce. Delicious!
Amy Hammes — Google review
For such a pricey menu I was shocked at the lack of care patrons receive here. The one restroom was in the back corner, such that I had to squeeze through a couple tables (felt bad for the folks sitting at those tables) and pull back a filthy curtain where I entered a weird little room where a worker was getting stuff out of a big cooler, only to enter a very neglected restroom. When you are paying $35-75 per entree, you kind of expect the servers to be attentive and nice and the restroom to be clean. Sorry... I don't typically give such grumpy reviews, but this place brought it out in me. I'd have taken more stars off except that the food really was cooked perfectly. Compliments to the chef.
Gina Marie Acker — Google review
Philina and our server were wonderful. Oysters of the day were a treat. I had the chicken francaise. It was rich and delicious. I enjoyed the atmosphere as well. Enjoyed the NA beer.
Jarod Thornton — Google review
My lunch at Riverwalk was amazing!!! Three different Oysters ( blue points were one) on the half shell with house made mignonette, Riverwalk hot sauce( so good, even by itself on a cracker), cocktail sauce w/ fresh horseradish as our appetizer. I enjoyed the blackened pumpkin swordfish summer strawberry salad. It tasted savory and sweet and was beautifully presented. My husband, had the steak wedge salad that was… to the next level of amazing!!!! House made blue cheese dressing and the steak was cooked perfectly medium rare. Riverwalk has an amazing wine list and beers on tap. I always feel so good after eating here. Everything is so fresh and delicious. This is truly, my favorite restaurant in Stuart. It is a hidden gem.
Niccole White — Google review
Good service and amazing food in a very inviting atmosphere. The menu is uncomplicated and the items are well prepared and well presented. Prices are moderate and portions are the right size.
Marcio Coronho — Google review
tl;dr - Excellent food, you should go.
We had dinner with a group. We started with raw oysters, calamari and a salad. The oysters were excellent and if you like oysters they should not be missed. They have an oyster menu.
For our mains had catch of the day, Grouper and Sordfish, Fried Grouper Sandwich and Ahi. All the food was amazing, our favorite was the Swordfish, it was done perfectly. If it is an option I would try it.
Everything was very good, cooked to perfection and excellent flavors
The only area of improvement was our server let our bottle of white wine get warm.
We finished things off with Flourless Cholate Cake and Key Lime Pie. The pie was ok, but the cake was amazing
Eric Batalden — Google review
Calamari was good, fish n chips need some work for sure and the service is very slow. For the price of the food here it could be better after trying multiple places in the area.
Executive Thrillseeker — Google review
Awesome place and even more awesome food. Everything was explained to us and it was sooooo good!
Lt Mazza — Google review
Always amazing! Our favorite place to enjoy fresh, delicious creative cuisine in a relaxing low key atmosphere. Friendly knowledgeable & kind staff. With a doggie friendly patio overlooking the river. We love the Riverwalk!
Tracy Hickler — Google review
This was my first time at Riverwalk Cafe and Oyster Bar, and I can definitely say that my partner and I were blown away! I was looking for an intimate and romantic spot with great food, and they delivered!! The calamari Rhode Island style was to die for! The entire meal, from beginning to end, was delightful! Our waiter was quick and very personable. We will definitely be repeat customers. We plan on bringing our family and friends there when they come to visit us!
Maria Teresa Emotional Musings — Google review
I have grown to love this place.
My boyfriend took me here a year ago early in our relationship and we returned recently for our anniversary.
The food and service is excellent at the tables if you're looking for something more formal. I love the duck.
When I visit the bar for oysters, there is a friendly and knowledgeable bartender there to help me pick which ones to eat that day. I wish I knew her name because she deserves a shout-out! These are the tastiest oysters I can find in the area, they are flavorful.
As for dessert, try the cheesecake! To die for !
Altair Rose — Google review
Very quaint and elegant cafe but casual enough you can pop in for a drink at the bar. Would recommend a reservation and checking out their lunch vs dinner menu before you go. Leave the kids at home and go here for a date night
Danielle C — Google review
Great atmosphere and nice menu but I ordered Oysters Rockefeller for my appetizer and the third one I ate was rotten. Tasted like sewage. Our waiter was arrogant so I didn't bother complaining. Didn't try my entree as my stomach was sour. Such a shame because I was looking forward to an amazing meal.
Marie Webb — Google review
Wonderful experience! We had 3 different varieties of oysters, best ever! We had the grouper and the prime rib steak. Both were delicious. Then came the table service strawberry tiramisu. Lovely, special and delicious. The only thing off putting was the hostess with RBF. We felt unwelcomed by her.
Ericha Thompson — Google review
I'm changing my review from five Stars to three due to of consistency of the food . The oysters are always good. I've been here about five or six times and depending on the night of the week it's either really good or really bad. My last meal was horrible I don't think I'll be going back.
Tami Siewruk — Google review
This is an informal restaurant, a block from the water. The fish was fresh and prepared perfectly, and the food was tastefully presented.
This was a birthday dinner and I enjoyed it very much!
Pauline DeMairo — Google review
First time @ Riverwalk last night for my Birthday. They were out of the NY strip. The dirty oysters were fantastic as well as the Rib eye that a friend ordered. Drinks took quite a long time to get despite it being 9 o'clock and not a packed restaurant. The waitress was difficult to track down, again despite it not being busy at all. The grits were barely warm and the ceiling fan directly above doing 55 in a 25 on a cold weather night made them cool quickly. Asked for them to be heated but they are not cooked to a smooth creamy texture, very grainy so I didn't finish them. Asked for a dessert menu and after about 10 minutes of reading we decided on the pistachio cake but when we ordered the waitresses said they don't carry that anymore, it was for the holidays. Maybe letting diners know when you drop off the menu would be helpful or maybe since it's the middle of January it's not on the menu. Mixed bag on this restaurant. Probably not a place we'll return.
Sandra Goodwin — Google review
Our next food adventure take us to Riverwalk Cafe & Oyster Bar located in Downtown Stuart
opening door in 2002 with a great selection of 120 quality wine and over 50 available by glass, Chef & Owner Steve Feder have a great talent and passion about the food that you can taste in every bite.
Decoration is very according at this restaurant, with a quiet environment where you can enjoy your food and time with your family and freshest seafood every day Chef Feder make all costumers enjoy this delicious meal because him reflects his passion for cooking in his creations which delight the people who visit the place.
The friendly staff will help you to find that ideal option to order and your dinner or lunch time in an incredibleexperience. Let them awaken your appetite!.
The Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center is a 57-acre research and educational site featuring a network of nature trails, a lagoon, and saltwater tanks. Visitors can explore the building's interactive games, learn about Florida's water and animals in the museum, and take advantage of restrooms on-site. The attraction offers a chance to feed stingrays and invertebrates while observing large saltwater turtles and fish up close. Admission prices are $8 for children and $16 for adults.
April 2022 - what a great place. The kids loved this place and we had a hard time getting them to go. In the building they have some games you can play. Restrooms, a little museum about the animals, Florida water, ect. Very cool place to visit and we have no wait. Their is a trail but we didn't go that far. It was really hot outside for us with 3 daughters under 10. I highly recommend this place.
Brian D — Google review
Such a great Place! Years ago they were tiny but just as great, now they have built and expanded so many beautiful and truly enriching experiences on the property. There is a beautiful gift shop when you walk in ( be prepared to want to shop, truly I wish I had for that in my budget it’s like a mermaid emporium) and then they have a stingray touch pool just outside that we’re you can sit and learn about them and also touch them- including toddlers which was very cool. My little 2 year old darling was so excited by them and would have jumped in if I let her ha! Next to that is an interactive young childrens area- both are outside. Then the newest attraction is a big “air conditioned” building with another interactive room with puzzles for older kids and then a nice small little museum type walk through that introduces you to our local marine ecosystems which was done really well. Again my toddler could not get enough and we spent a good hour walking through it several times over! Everyone is very nice and informative as well. Outside that is a huge estuary I guess you could say. A man made giant “ lagoon “ as it’s called there or big pond that has a huge walk around deck ( which also leads to some pretty cool wildlife trails) and in it you’ll find all sorts of big ocean life including turtles, stingrays, and even nurse sharks which was pretty cool to us!!!
I explained all this so that hopefully someone reading this can see how worthwhile it is to go here! You and your kids will love it!
Kaleigh Cook — Google review
This is a great place to spend the day with your family. There are interactive and very informative displays throughout the grounds, with many "hands-on" exhibits for all ages. The staff is very knowledgeable and will teach you many things about the creatures you will encounter in each exibit. From the walking trails to the gift shop, we were extremely impressed with this park.
Highly-rated for a visit!
Joseph Widmer — Google review
Amazing place to learn about and see Florida marine wildlife! They have stingrays in a touch tank you can feed, a huge pond/aquarium with tons of fish, sea turtles, an octopus, and a nature trail. Well worth the $16 to get in. The whole experience was great and the programs were lots of fun. This is a great place for the whole family to check out. I'll definitely be coming back here.
Isaac Rampton — Google review
Really neat place with a stingray feeding experience, touch tank of several smaller aquatic species, and a large model estuary with nurse sharks and recovering sea turtles that you can learn about and see. Great for little kids to be exposed and learn. Fair pricing and free entry for active duty and veterans as well.
Abraham Mendez — Google review
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent place with lots of information. Kids loved it but we did too. Sting ray touch tank very cool. Very clean and very cool place. Highly recommend.
Jessica Vaughn — Google review
This has been something we wanted to do for a while and it was worth the wait. The grounds are well kept and there is a lot to see. Nice combination of indoor and outdoor things to see.
Buddy 5G — Google review
Very pleasant place to visit. Charged 8 dollars per child and 16 dollars for adults. The children were able to feed and pet the stingrays and invertebrates. View the very large saltwater turtles and fish. It was easy to spend 2 hours. Very informative.
mark james — Google review
Great place to visit and spend the afternoon. The Center isn't huge, but my family and I had a nice time. We were able to pet and feed stingrays, view their lagoon with fish, stingrays, sea turtles and sharks, explore the exhibits and a wonderful view of everything from the top of the Ecocenter
Tim Ross — Google review
We had a awesome time! Very friendly & informative! Tons of stuff for kids of all ages to do & participate in! The sting rays were the best & the presentations on the sea turtles was great!
Serena Davis — Google review
Amazing experience! They are making sure animals are safe and live in an environment similar to the wild one. Very interesting museum to visit, they have a lot of activities. Worth visiting
Anastasia Hrunova — Google review
This is a very educational spot to spend some outdoor time. Really big lagoon with rays, fish, and turtles all swimming about. There's plenty of educational placards and displays as well as different talks given. Take a walk on the nature trail through the mangroves (best enjoyed after liberal application of DEET) and see their oyster reclamation project. A big plus is that active duty military and veterans get in free.
Mike Puig (teenado658) — Google review
My wife would likely disagree with the five stars due to the smell in the Nature Trail, but I thought it was a fun experience.
Great access to animals of all kinds. Really interesting exhibits in the park.
In my opinion, the VERY SMELLY Nature Trail is a 3/4-mile walk through an actual marsh. The methane gases due to decomposing detritus (and who knows what else) are REALLY strong, but it was lots of fun.
Daniel Farris — Google review
Love this place. Brought my grandsons here and they enjoyed it. Lots to learn for all ages. When you first get in you get to pet the stingrays in the stingray tank and then you can watch them feed the fish in the big estuary. Highly recommend. Will be back
Kimberly Lopes — Google review
We love bringing the kids here. We brought my mother and grandfather here last week who are from PA and they loved it. If you follow the trails all the way out, you see the water and if you are lucky enough you may see some hammerhead's swim by like we did.
Tiffany Bowman — Google review
Great time coming here with the Wife and Kids, Turtles were gorgeous and fish were stocked well. Bring your polarized glasses to see more down deep!!! Prepare for a wild sanctuary nature walk, bring waters!
Christian Heil — Google review
The amount of knowledge you learn is unreal. We spent the whole day there just learning from the shows and then walking through the building. Really enjoyed the atmosphere and the nature walk.
I do suggest bringing something to snack on and drink as they only have water.
Erin Jenkins — Google review
Nice little exhibit that is very educational about smaller aquatic life. I would say it would take about an hour to go through. Has cool fish tanks with a small octopus. I would say after going through this place would be best for kids.
Curry7 Eagles — Google review
Loved the history lesson the damming and canalization of Lake Okeechobee. Learned a lot about local sea life and their efforts to help sea grass and oyster repopulate in the area. The kids all admitted it was worth leaving the beach and was super fun! Must-see in Stuart!
Bobbi Shepard — Google review
Absolutely amazing. Definitely stop in. Wonderful staff. Great experience and knowledge. Love that's a non profit so your money to pay is going straight to the beautiful facility.
The Elliott Museum is a contemporary museum showcasing art exhibits and interactive displays that document the cultural history of Florida. It features an exceptional car collection, as well as historic collections, making it a must-see for those interested in Florida's past. The museum also includes a gift shop on its second floor, where local artist works are available for purchase. With accessible facilities such as handicap access and elevators, visitors can fully enjoy this treasure coast gem at an affordable price with senior and child discounts available.
We definately enjoyed the Elliot Museum, an exceptional car collection, Art Collection and historic collections. Florida history buffs will love this place.
At Stuart Beach
Small Cafe on 2nd floor
Gift shop with local artist works for sale.
$8 Adult Admission
Senior and Child discounts
Handicap access and elevator.
blake elwood — Google review
Great experience and even the younger kids remained engaged. Very nicely laid out and everything was maintained well. Would love to come again and spend more time checking out the rotating car display. Also, very veteran friendly with admission.
The Family — Google review
The Elliot museum is a very cool looking modern building near the beach. It has a rotating exhibit that feature local artists and photographers. It has some interesting historical information about people and places in Florida. There is a large collection of old cars, trucks, bikes, motorcycles, and an airplane. My favorite part was the old general store that is from the late 1800's.
Jaydude007 — Google review
What a gem! Right here in Stuart, FL. Interesting and educational with a friendly, professional staff! Met so many nice people there. If you like planes, trains and automobiles this is for you!
Deb Killian — Google review
What an excellent museum! It was definitely bigger than I imagined. I drove 2 hours to come check this place out. It was worth the drive. So much history here. Great collection of automobiles. I loved everything about it. I highly recommend if you are in the area or looking for something to do.
Michael Jimenez — Google review
I stopped here on the way home because Steve, out at the refuge, suggested the combo ticket. Although I think the museum focuses, foremost, on motor vehicle technology, then history, I think I like the… Well, you can see from the pictures what I like the most. I had a great time here and I will be back. Especially because there are a couple of paintings that I want to buy from the gift shop
mie coe — Google review
One of the best museums on the treasure coast. You can see many many very vintage cars that are very cool and even some of the first electric cars ever made. I would suggest anybody going here just for the history of Stuart sewell's point in the surrounding areas. Class act all the way.
John Bartley — Google review
This is the oasis in Florida. What an amazing museum of cars and antiques. Cool stuff, great information, and lots of learning today on our journey to lunch on the beach, a good 1 to 2 hour distraction.
Cars, boats, models, trains, and a couple of cool facts!
Joel Zaidspiner — Google review
I hadn’t been here since the new building was constructed 10 years ago. The car collection is certainly a highlight, as is the system that allows you to select and bring down cars from the upper levels for a closer examination. However there are other impressive displays as well, including a wonderful selection of paintings by The Highwaymen.
Andrew Hale — Google review
Very cool museum
Especially if you like old cars.
Rebecca Hurwitz — Google review
The Elliot museum's car collection is primarily model A and T older cars, but there are several more modern cars to enjoy.
The real amazing part of this collection is that nearly 50 cars are racked in an automated storage system. Each car requested for viewing is brought out of the three story racks and placed on a revolver turntable for viewing. A technological marvel worth the visit.
The staff were pleasant and willing to show me many requests for specific cars.
I enjoyed it immensely and recommend a visit if you are in the Stuart Florida area or passing nearby on travel.
Tim Russell — Google review
Great museum with rich history of the Treasure Coast. Great selection of cars with a cool system to take a car off a multi-level rack to a display. Just pick the car and the device rings the car front and center and gives you a 360 view.
Interesting display as this is a replica of a steam engine that was produced in my hometown in upstate New York.
Joe Rubino — Google review
Great place to learn about local history. Wonderful collection of old cars, baseball history, and artifacts from the past.
Ana Micheli — Google review
Awesome King Tut display but the rest of the museum is really something. A variety of historical items from the area and well worth the price of admission my fellow travelers.
Bucket 4443 — Google review
This museum was a pleasant surprise. My family and I enjoyed it immensely. We were in town and looking for indoor activities and came across this gem. Staff is extremely friendly. The car collection is quite impressive. I loved the Everglades through pictures section.
Jeremiah Ramberg — Google review
First time here, always see it on the way home and since it’s my birthday today decided to check it out. The car collection is very nice, beautiful cars, the way they have them set up I can stay here for hours as I am a car enthusiast. The paintings are gorgeous and found out about THE HIGHWAYMEN and their art 🖼️ wonderful wonderful… I would love to come back with my son, perfect place if you want to see some very cool things.
The House of Refuge Museum is dedicated to honoring American inventors and entrepreneurs with a variety of exhibits showcasing replica stores and patents. The museum offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the nation's history while also enjoying the nearby beach, which features a unique reef not commonly found in southern Florida. Despite the lack of public restrooms, this interesting destination provides an enjoyable way to spend a weekend day exploring maritime history.
Interesting place, learned a lot about the history and enjoyed exploring. Nice beach as well! No public restrooms, so go before you go.
Robert McElveen — Google review
The sunrises on this beach are phenomenal and breathtaking. The rocks and outcroppings are unique to this beach all along the coast of Florida. Small. Quiet. Scenic. Always see photographers capturing wedding couples, children, and families here every morning we come. Worth a visit if you can. No decent swimming but picturesque. Wear stiff shoes. Rocks will cut your feet up.
Stephen Winters — Google review
Beautiful place to visit. Look at the rocks during low tide. We were able to see sea turtles swimming in the waves.
Carrie Roe — Google review
I like this beach area since it is not common that you can find such reef beaches in southern Florida. The entrance to the beach is just next to the museum, it is a pity that I arrive later than 4pm. The opening hours is in the photo. I will check to visit next month. However the beach is so beautiful and quiet , I just meet 3-4 people fishing. It is Sunday afternoon. Hope you enjoy time here. I will also explore and update some other places around here which is good to spend a weekend day.
LELE Wang — Google review
So pretty! Such a fun place to visit if you are in the area. Very interesting and the stretch of beach is beautiful. 10/10 Would recommend.
Hannah Clark — Google review
It's such a great place to go, the history of the life-saving service and lighthouse keepers and the history of each rescue and personnel of each person that was housed there. As a Coast Guard veteran, it was exciting to see that the way the logs were written are still the same way today. Great experience
Laugh out Loud — Google review
I love historical places like this. You can learn and appreciate your surroundings more when you visit areas. Our local guide was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. It's amazing to learn about the history buried beneath our own feet. I absolutely recommend to anyone from this area or visiting from out of town. What a gem of history that I'm sure most people would drive right by every day.
Erik Eisenstaedt — Google review
My mom, sister, and sister's friend came here yesterday and had so much fun. We are not used to being photographed but the photographer, Vince, made us feel so comfortable and fun! He was super nice and professional! We arrived an hour late due to a delayed flight but the staff was really friendly and did their best to accommodate us.
Bruce Morgan — Google review
My niece is having her dream beach wedding here, December 2022. It's a fabulous spot that comes with a few logistical challenges. For weddings, a bus is hired to transport guests as parking is limited.
Kathy Shabotynskyj — Google review
This is one of my favorite places to visit when I'm in Stuart. It's peaceful and beautiful!
Judy Hubert — Google review
First it was a house of refuge for shipwrecked sailors. Then, it merged with the Coast Guard. Then, the tower was constructed to look for German U-boats during World War II. Then, a turtle refuge, but before all that the area was used by a pirate to lure and trap unsuspecting merchant ships, which is how it got it’s name. He had a saying that stuck in my mind “Dead cats don’t meow. You know what to do.“
Steve, in admissions, was the first person I met. He is a super cool, laid-back dude who is very informative and suggested that I get the combo ticket. Cindy was my tour guide. She, as well, was very laid-back and knowledgeable. One of the things that she mentioned is, the reason for the buildings longevity is the rock on which it’s built. I know that my description is a little vague. The reason for this is that I recommend you check it out for yourself 🙂😉
mie coe — Google review
Oldest building in the county of Martin. Definitely a cool spot to put on your visit list. Jimmy and Michael are great staff and the views of the water are breathtaking. Round it off with a stop at the mansion of tuckahoe and a visit to Eliot museum. Then hit the dolphin bar for a full day of the fun history of the area. Life is good!
Went back again today with more friends. Gets better and better. I'm so glad to have the member family deal at the Elliott museum and house of refuge.
Kurtis Enfinger — Google review
Love this beach! Limited parking so it's never crowded. But always stunning!
vankalen — Google review
Beautiful place to see a different kind of Florida Beach with the ocean spraying over the rocks.
Becky Enders — Google review
Interesting little museum. Worth a visit if you are nearby. The story behind this coastal building is quite special, as it helps understand some of regional history. There is also a cute little souvenir shop. Recommend it and it takes only one hour max.
Simo Calandra — Google review
Secret Gem on Hutchinson Island amazing place for set. No beach but more for scenic. Wedding or family photo place. Ocean and intercoastal.
Bathtub Beach is a family-friendly destination with a unique feature - during low tide, the reef creates a shallow pool resembling a bathtub. This makes it an ideal spot for young kids and those who want to swim without worrying about the tide. The beach offers limited parking but provides amenities such as a gazebo, shower, and bathroom. Additionally, Bathtub Beach is handicap accessible with designated parking and wheelchair-accessible sidewalks leading to an overlook pavilion and sun deck.
Bathtub beach is awesome if you have young kids or want to go into the water and not worry about the tide. The reef is a great barrier and during low tide creates a shallow pool, which is why it is named bathtub beach. Parking is very difficult most days and is very limited. It does have a gazebo, one shower, and a bathroom.
Chad Rockefeller — Google review
One of my favourite beaches. It gets its name due to an area that is corrderned off by a coral reef. So the swim area is warm and you are able to walk out quite far. Safe for the kids to enjoy playing in the water. 😊
NOTE: At this time the bathtub is temporarily closed for restructuring.
Shari Lawder — Google review
Beach is wide with hilly beach. Sand is coarse (shells). Very clean. Sections of the beach have nice shallow waters for children so it's very popular. Also near the very end of Hutchinson Island. A rock reef off shore breaks with waves ... Very pretty.
Linda Crook — Google review
One of my favorite beaches. When the tide is low, you can appreciate the shallow water and small pools are formed making it safer for young children. Water visibility also becomes crystal clear. Great beach to find all size shells.
earthzen — Google review
Beach and parking were closed for construction due to damage from a prior storm. Beach used to be great. The are paths to access the west side of the strip of land in that area, which is great for watching the sunset.
A N — Google review
A Handicap accessible beach!! YES, YOU READ THAT CORRECTLY! There’s parking with sidewalks accessible for wheelchairs. There’s an handicap accessible overlook with a pavilion and sun deck. The beach is perfect for new and casual swimmers. The reef creates a lovely pool and sandbar.
Brian P — Google review
Found my new get-a-way beach. This great little beach is tucked away from other busy beaches. The ocean was the perfect temperature and the sand was clean and soft. It was not crowded which is nice and there were family with children enjoying the serenity of the peaceful shore.
Plenty of lifeguards to ensure the safety of visitors, showers to wash off and a wooden gazebo where you can sit and have a nice lunch. Parking is limited so get there early. I've read that its a nice place to snorkel but unfortunately the ocean was rough today due to yesterday's storm but I'll be back. Bring the family, pack a lunch and come enjoy one of the best kept secrets on the treasure coast .
Torch Reviews — Google review
Supposably this is a great beach for snorkeling, but it looked like it got hammered from a hurricane this year. A lot of erosion. There was a purple and a yellow flag up so we didn't go in. The Purple flag is because there is some creatures in the water you shouldn't be swimming with like sharks or jellyfish. Yellow flag is usually a rip tide or rough water. Maybe we'll try again next trip.
Laurel — Google review
Outstanding! 🤩🏖️ It's a beautiful place. We were in the beach and on the sand bar in that area too. We bring the dogs on the boat and enjoy all aspects of Beach life. Sandy, quieter than most popular beaches, water is lovely too.
Enjoy!!
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Lawrie M — Google review
Found a late bloomer! This baby green sea turtle was struggling on the shore & I rescued him! FL FWC officer came & took it to the marine wildlife rehabilitation. Then I found this huge shell! What a wonderful beach, even on a cloudy & cold day!
Rosemary Daniels — Google review
Beautiful beach with reefs for snorkeling. Also nice for families with small children and floating in the calm water.
Today, there were several sharks seen and the life guards got everyone out a few times for safety.
H B — Google review
This beach gets packed. It’s BEAUTIFUL. The water is warm. Be careful because there are rocks on the ocean floor. It’s in the back of the Marriott resort. Many don’t know it’s here but those that do, know it’s value.
The Jonathan Dickinson State Park is located just north of the late Burt Reynolds' estate and boasts of 16 natural communities which include the Loxahatchee River, river swamps, and mangroves. The park offers opportunities for kayaking, canoeing and hiking along the river shaded by cypress trees.
Camped here for 2 nights with our big Fifth Wheel. Great park with full hook ups! RV lots are spacious and pretty level. Almost all spots are fairly close to the bath houses. Very clean and well kept. Lots of trails to explore. Close to the beach and popular tourist spots. We will definitely be returning!
Marlen Gutierrez — Google review
We recently stayed at the River side campground at this park and were pleasantly surprised. We stayed at site #100, which I believe is one of the best sites on that side, pretty spacious and close to the restrooms, which helps since these are not full hookup sites (only water and electric). The park itself is huge with beautiful scenery and offers various activities (biking, hiking, canoeing, horseback riding). We really enjoyed riding our bicycles on the paved path and going up to the Hobe observatory to look at the sunset. The park is also located close to other popular spots in Jupiter, such as the Jupiter lighthouse and the Blowing Rocks preserve. Overall, we had a great time and definitely recommend this park.
J C — Google review
Campsites were fabulous - full hook up in Prairie Loop, large site, and very clean. The boat tour and trapper tour was great, but a bit pricey at $30 each for a family of four for an hour and a half. Calm river waters for kayaking and fantastic visitor center with plenty of interactive exhibits. The trails are predominantly geared towards mountain bikers for obstacles though. The walking trails were short and upper platform was closed at the observation tower, so park improvements could be made for walkers/hikers. All rangers met were very friendly!
John — Google review
Camping grounds well maintained. Added feature of being able to hook up sewer line from RV at the campsite. Not much privacy between sites, no big trees or brush. Huge state park, looks like if you have bikes or kayaks there are plenty of trails and a waterway to paddle. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is just down the road, about 10 minutes away and definitely worth seeing.
Alaine Roberts — Google review
Just wanted to let you know that our Girl Scout troop had a fantastic weekend at Jonathan Dickinson. We saw Otters and slept next to Sandhill Cranes and what appeared to be their nest, and a huge variety of wildlife. Massive gator tail and tracks through the campsite were a nice touch. We stayed at the Youth Primitive Campsite. Wonderful hiking trails. Absolutely beautiful and pristine country. Wildly impressed with the size and diversity there. The staff was really amazing as well. Rangers came out to check on us after a rather nasty storm. They called during the storm and then followed up in person. They ended up with hail at the ranger station and we just a massive amount of rain in a short time. All the staff and volunteers at the Education Center were really nice, took their time with the girls and managed to handle all the other traffic coming in as well. All went well. Everyone came home with a good experience and great stories and memories. That is truly a special place.
Nicholas Garcia — Google review
Arrived for a last minute 2 night reservation as a refuge from Bahia Honda State Park. Made the call to confirm the park was open and not closing due to a tropical storm watch. Very friendly check in by 2 park rangers. Stayed by river side camping. Our site had an issue with the 30amp, switched to 50 amp and it was resolved. No shade and no privacy but very nice to have a concrete pad so close to bath house. Many ants throughout site and bath house. Walked trails over to educational center and gift shop/kayak rental (gift shop very nice). Drove to look out tower on a very windy day.. beautiful! I would not recommend the “swimming” area with rope enclosure. Kayaked at boat launch where the nicest kayak launch was slightly hidden. Beautiful kayaking and a must do. ***NO CELL SIGNAL WITH VERIZON**** and 2 bars with AT&T
Gretchen32937 — Google review
This is the best RV camping parks in America I have visited. Varied landscapes, clean and efficiently managed. Staff knowledgeable and polite. Even other campers were terrific. But you have to book as soon as possible, like other Florida sites, there are too many weekend users who take up all reservation weeks leaving those of us traveling distances out of full week possibilities. But great park.
Todd Young — Google review
Jonathan Dickinson State Park. A wonderful park with a variety of activities to do; ranging from hiking, kayaking, swimming, biking, or anything in between. Quite a few trails that span a great distance into the forests surrounding the area, as well as a great overlook towards the front of the park. The greatest attraction is the boat ride out to Trapper Nelson's settlement, where the rider can sightsee an amazing river along the way. Additionally, the park has a visitor center, picnic tables, and a concessions area for recreational usage. Overall, a fantastic place to spend an afternoon.
narolc — Google review
This park is absolutely huge, gas amazing camp grounds, clean bathrooms with showers, boat rides, rentals, and so much more. The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. I was a first timer for car camping (and the wilderness in general) and this place was awesome. Each RV camp site has its own picnic table, little grill area and a power hookup. There is so much to do I will most def be coming back.
Kristin Kosmides — Google review
The state park itself is beautiful! There’s tons of things to do for all ages. I camped in the river section and was a little disappointed as you’re on top of each other. In my opinion this is not a good camping option for tent campers looking to get away from everything however there are a couple primitive camping sites that I will be back to try. Rangers/staff were all very friendly and helpful. Hiked up the tower for an AMAZING view (highly recommend)
Kris Johnson — Google review
This is a large park with many things to do. Camping for RVs or tents are at the end of the road by the Loxahatchee River. There are many miles of trails throughout the park. Pick up a map when you enter the park. There are a few maps of different areas showing the marked trails. There are also unmarked trails throughout the park. We walked 5 miles down at the end of the road in the Kitching Creek area. We headed both north on a wide trail (rangers drive on it) which goes for many miles and then took a few smaller nature trails to the south of the parking area down to the campground.
There is a roped-off swimming area with signs that say “no lifeguards on duty” and signs that say Alligators are in the area. As nice as it looks, I think I’ll swim someplace else.
There is a large mountain biking area. It has bathrooms, a bike repair station and even a wash station for after your ride. There were a bunch of cars in the parking lot and a few people getting ready to ride. It must be a great place to ride. Easy trails with little hills.
I want to get back to walk on some of the different trails.
Bill Lozano — Google review
This is a great place to relax and have fun. They have a boat tour up the Loxahatchee River to Trapper Nelson's, where a Ranger can give you the history of the place. You can camp, rent canoes, kayaks and a small motor boat. They have camping cabins that have kitchens and a snack bar by the river. You can go hiking and see many types of wildlife. They also have a ranger lead hike that you can book.
Colleen Foulke — Google review
The pine grove campground at Jonathan Dickinson is one the best campgrounds we have ever camped in, seriously! We were lucky enough to get a two week stay here and we loved it. Full hookups, spacious private sites, clean and beautiful bathrooms, access to miles of walking and biking trails. Sunoutdoors and all your fancy-pants $100 per night private campgrounds - eat your heart out - Jonathan Dickinson State Park has got it going on!!!
The park itself is very beautiful. I particularly enjoyed experiencing the unique vegetation of this part of Florida which I had never seen before. There is an observation tower to climb for a great view of the park and the surrounding area.
The park covers an area that was occupied by Camp Murphy - an army base in WW2. There is a very interesting history here and you can still see some relics of the camp scattered through the park. My husband is very interested in history and one of the park rangers took the time to explain a lot of it to him, so nice!
Thanks for a great two weeks Jonathan Dickinson!!!
Emily Piper — Google review
The most vast state park we have ever been to, hands down. An insane amount of land for endless activities and one can find and do what they love and enjoy best. Highly recommend for a day trip or to stay and enjoy what the park has to offer. Beautiful.
Sophia Restrepo — Google review
This place is awesome! Well maintained trails and also has plenty of hiking trails. Be warned though that there are A LOT of bycyclists here so be aware of the trails; saw a group of birders that were standing in the middle of a biking path and almost got hit by some cyclists. Small fee to enter (we paid $6) and there are campgrounds too. We came to bird and were able to see the scrub jays here.
Kat Moon — Google review
One of the larger state parks and a gem. Beautiful long winding roads through glorious Florida nature. Trees as far as the eye can see.
Husband climbed the Hobe tower for great views from the highest point in S Florida and we drove to the large picnic and concession area and enjoyed an ice cream by the river.
Plenty of picnic tables and pavilions, children’s play area, kayak and bike rental and a small gift shop and food truck.
There is a boat tour that leaves from the dock, which we unfortunately did not have time to enjoy.
If you’re in to train spotting, the Brightline track also runs through here for great views!
There are also several campgrounds and cabins for rent.
A lovely escape from the s Florida traffic and only $6 for entry!
Global Nomads — Google review
We had a great time camping here this week. There is so much to do and see. Lots of bike trails, hiking, boat tours, kayaking, geocaching, birding and wildlife viewing. We climbed the Hobe Mountain Observation Tower, took the "Trapper Nelson" Boat Tour (A MUST SEE) and hiked Kitching Creek Trail. The restrooms are very clean and the staff and volunteers are friendly and helpful!
Rachel S — Google review
Love this place! So wonderful to get away from it all, either for a couple of hrs. or for a couple of days. Wander through nature, clear your mind. Pure tranquility if you need it. Otherwise go on a boat ride, rent a bike, stay overnight in a cabin or on the campsite, …
Bettina Heim — Google review
Great RV camping experience! We stayed in the PG loop for 3 nights. The PG loop is pretty far from the river area if you’re walking or by bike, but otherwise it’s very clean and the campsites are spacious. The park has a lot of hiking trails - we did the green loop, it’s about 5 miles long, about half of it is sandy and a lot of hills, very tiring but great views! We also kayaked, which was a great experience, and checked out the observation tower. The park rangers were super helpful and Patrick at the concession stand was very friendly and kind. We will definitely come again!
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Jupiter, Florida, is a refuge and nature center dedicated to preserving the region's indigenous wildlife. The humble sanctuary has kid-friendly trails that allow visitors to explore woods and wetlands while observing alligators, panthers, snakes and birds in their natural habitat. One of the best features of Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is its informative talks given every few hours where visitors can get up close with the animals.
Don’t come here expecting a San Diego Zoo… then you’ll have a great time! While it is small and humble, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter is always a joy to visit. It is completely free (and therefore relies on essential donations) and one can see a variety of native animals like alligators, panthers, snakes, and birds. Possibly the best part are the informational talks given every few hours, in which you can see animals up close! Highly recommend!
Aditya Narayanan — Google review
Cute little place where they help local wildlife for rehabilitation. They had a small variety of animals to look at and some beautiful owls! I love how natural the exhibits looked because of the property they were on. Lots of shade which was nice on this hot day. The kids will love it here! My favorite were the deer. So cute and loving! No entrance fee but they do accept donations. I had no problem giving some cash knowing it will go to the animals. Parking was free as well. Come check them out!
Michael Jimenez — Google review
5/5 for their sanctuary work. 3/5 as a tourist attraction.
The old location was incredible, nestled in thick cover, with lots of animals to see and many docents to answer questions and share stories -- we spent a couple hours there last year.
The new location is much more accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, though the incredibly heavy doors do not have handicap accessible push buttons to open. It would be tough for young kids and anyone seated to spot many of the animals in the outdoor habitats, and the reflective glass of the mammal rehab building was impossible to see into without lining up multiple people to create a shadow while cupping our faces to the glass. About 40% of exhibits were empty. There were no docents around and no signage explaining the animals -- you can scan a QR code if you don't mind spending your whole visit reading a phone. We got through everything in 35 minutes. We came on a February afternoon, 78 degrees and some clouds, and without any shade on the property (aside from inside the reptile building and welcome center), it was hard to escape the heat on the concrete paths. That being said, I think the visit was worth it for the adorable otters alone. We're hoping that in a couple years things will have grown/evolved enough that this will be a more inviting tourist attraction once again!
Sarah Shapiro — Google review
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary takes care of the rescued animals & birds till they are fit to return to their natural habitat. We have been there couple of times. Its a pleasure to visit there.
Dipankar Basu — Google review
A great place to see the local wild life up and close and personal! 🦉🐻🦜They have great educational shows as well. A great place to bring the whole family for the afternoon. This is our 4th time here and we enjoy bringing people here. They have a nice gift shop and the whole place operates on donations! So don’t be a stiff! Donate! ❤️😃
Rolland Stromsness — Google review
A total gem of a place. My family and I enjoyed learning about the rescued wildlife. Many birds, reptiles and even a couple large cats to see. My favorite was the big bear. Very peaceful, wonderful staff. We walked around for about an hour and spent some time in the education room which is fun for adults and kids!
Nancy Hayssen — Google review
The sanctuary is a great place I bring kids. They are very educated on each animal and there is all kinds of species. PLUS it is a non-profit organization so it’s free, but of course, excepts donations.
andy rohrer — Google review
This is not a zoo it's a sanctuary where they rehabilitate injured animals to hopefully be released back into the wild. It's educational a place where kids can learn about the animals. It is small but wonderful. They have a small walking path where animals are visible.This is a great place to spend an afternoon. They are run on donations. Please donate 🤗❤️
Borrowed Time99 — Google review
Enjoyable walk through with many animals native to Florida and other places. We'll kept and walking trails marked. No cost, but they appreciate donations. Worth your time and little effort.
John Hartman — Google review
Great place to enjoy FL nature and see some local species up close. Plenty of staff available for education and direction who genuinely care for the animals and were clearly passionate about wildlife rescue. Their location is moving to Jupiter Farms in Fall 2023.
Amanda Y — Google review
We had a great time at the opening last weekend. Was very busy and I don’t think the staff were ready for that kind of turnout. That said, it’s a great small sanctuary to explore Florida wildlife up close. We will be back for sure.
jack watson — Google review
Great experience. Took family (and toddler). No tickets required, just make a donation of your choice. Good variety of animals. Decent size. They provided a free educational show where they brought out several animals and taught the audience about the animals and the work that the sanctuary does. You get to walk through a variety of different outdoor environments.
Only downside is if you go when it rained in the last few days, the paths can be very muddy. Can be tough to move around in a stroller if you have a toddler (made it work though).
Tip: wear shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty
Fun experience for the family. Would recommend.
Jimmy Brennan — Google review
Busch Wildlife is truly my happy place. This Sanctuary is filled with so much love, attention, and work from the staff to make a beautiful sanctuary for the animals to thrive and for people to learn and escape. From children to grandparents, Busch is a magical place for all ages to enjoy and will certainly help create core memories for the little ones. Learning about animals, how to identify them, protect them, and learn about our environment are all vital lessons that e all can learn over and over again at any age. This is one of Jupiter's greatest gems and is an absolute MUST for any resident or visitor.
Grace Marrero — Google review
Very nice place. Good to bring young kids. They do an amazing job saving animals. The entrance is free, but a donation is required. The money goes to save the animals. There is a small playground on premises.
Simona Chenault — Google review
We really liked the previous location, new one may be better for children but seemed too commercial. The work they do is what's great about this rehab facility, and you can still visit for a donation rather than a high admission cost. Still very new facility and may be better once settled.
Bruce Turk — Google review
The sanctuary I'd beautiful and the animals are well cared for. It is a fascinating space to learn about native wildlife of Florida. The main goal is to help abandoned, sick, or injured animals so they can return to nature. If they can not, they can stay at the sanctuary. Amazing!
Diane Campanello — Google review
I was met with a wonderful woman explaining what they do there. You receive a map and on your way you go. It’s very educational here. I love ❤️ it. They have a ton of animals and birds to see. Definitely I will be back.
Bonney B — Google review
Beautiful centre! Brand new, outdoor wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary. I saw animals that I've never seen before.
Pro's: lots of parking. Lots of washrooms. Friendly greeter at entrance who explains what they are, what they do, and how they are funded. Which leads to the entrance fee: it's donation-based. Please, don't be a jerk, and donate fairly. We were 5 adults; we donated $50 but in retrospect, I feel like I should have donated more to support this centre.
This centre is educational, and provides some hands-on experiences for kids (indoors). There is an amphitheater with daily events/educational talk which has shade and washrooms. There was a winding path with animals on each side, and sectioned. I felt we observed each station a lot longer than usual because there were many different species living together in their area. Kids really enjoyed the snake building. So many different species to check out.
Con's: you don't know any history of the animals you're observing. You don't know if some are being rehabilitated or which ones live there, permanently. I missed the scheduled time for the amphitheater; there's only 1/day.
We spent about 40 minutes there. I did notice a play scape being constructed, so that would be fun for the kids and would stretch out the visit to a 60-90min outing; perfect.
We will definitely return.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is a historical landmark which features guided tours of an 1860 lighthouse and a small museum displaying the area's rich history. The brick lighthouse, designed by Lieutenant George Gordon Meade, has been under the Coast Guard's jurisdiction since it was built. Visitors can explore the park's beautiful trails and pier to enjoy scenic views of its surroundings.
This is a wonderful place to visit for history buffs and lighthouse fans.
$12 admission gets you access to the museum, and the lighthouse itself. It's 35 steps up to the base, then 106 steps up the wrought iron spiral staircase to the top. The views and the 160-year-old Fresnel lens are worth the climb.
Guided tours are informative, but not mandatory.
Nice little gift shop, too.
Chuck Simmons — Google review
Easily accessible from the Main Road US -1, watch for bridge construction, plenty of free parking including for Handicap accessible Vehicles.
The Lighthouse and Park were well staffed by friendly employees. The Park was clean. Restrooms were available and clean.
There is an admittance Fee to the property but well worth it.
There is a nice gift shop. Also if you climb don't forget to get your Certificate.
P Oneliv — Google review
This park is absolutely beautiful and very well kept.
The banyan tree is breathtaking!
The trails and pier is new with beautiful views.
We went into the lighthouse. We are here in February. It is 80° today. We waited about 25 minutes to go up. Not bad at all!
There are over 100 steep steps going up with landings for resting. There are also 30+ steps to get to the lighthouse itself so be aware of your ability before you pay the money.
The staff is knowledgeable and polite.
Definitely recommend!
Erin FoxDoan — Google review
We loved the Wednesday sunset tour. Our guide was so entertaining and knowledgeable. We loved climbing the circular stairwell to the top. The property is gorgeous!
Corinne Kahn — Google review
What a great experience! I've always wanted to go up a lighthouse and finally got to do it here. The history behind the tower and land was very interesting. The views at the top were beautiful. This place is definitely a place you want to visit. I do advise if you are handicapped, have bad knees or ankles or weak legs, you will not be able to make it to the top. It has 105 steps to the top of the ladder plus an additional 30-40 steps to the base of the tower. Parking was free. Restrooms on site. It was hot today so bring drinks because all they sell is water on site.
Michael Jimenez — Google review
I love history and exploring it!
The staff is knowledgeable helpful and friendly. The grounds are very well kept. Probably one of the cleanest lighthouses I've been in, very well maintained. Bathrooms are clean. We went on a Tuesday in February and I was surprised at how busy it was. We waited for about 15/20 minutes to climb the lighthouse in a group of about 10/15 people. It's a smaller lighthouse so the climb really isn't too difficult. The view is amazing at the top too.
Karla Thompson — Google review
Second time visiting in 10 years and still worth the day trip!
The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and ready to help in any way they can. The attendant as we waited to go to the tower gave us a lot of fun and engaging history behind the lighthouse build out as well as the majestic trees on the property!
105 stairs to the top worth the huff and puff lol as the views from the top are priceless! Very well kept grounds and a fun way to spend a Sunday!
Erika Obando — Google review
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum was a great experience to learn about the history of the area and for its scenic views. The lighthouse climb is accompanied by a walk through the grounds, views of the inlet, and a thorough explanation of the historical significance of the area. There is a $12 fee to enter the grounds and climb the lighthouse. The guided explanation kind of dragged on, as most were eager to just climb the lighthouse for the views. Regardless, it would be a fun experience to bring your family to the lighthouse and take in the views. I recommend this location for a fun afternoon and something "different" to do.
James Dobson — Google review
A great place to learn more about Florida history. Nice grounds, museum and walk. Gorgeous view at the top of the lighthouse. Interesting indoor museum. Nature within you reach ❤️
Catharina Masumoto — Google review
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is a true gem that deserves a resounding five-star rating. Stepping onto the grounds of this historic site instantly transports you to a bygone era. The lighthouse, standing tall and proud, offers panoramic views of the surrounding natural beauty, including the glistening waterways and picturesque landscapes. The museum itself is a treasure trove of fascinating exhibits and artifacts, providing a captivating glimpse into the rich maritime history of the region. The knowledgeable and passionate staff further enhance the experience, sharing intriguing stories and insights that bring the history to life. A visit to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is an unforgettable journey through time, filled with educational value, breathtaking views, and a deep appreciation for the maritime heritage of this remarkable area.
Monica Nieto — Google review
My first trip to the area! Parking lot was a bit busy due to soccer games going on nearby but there was still parking available near the lighthouse entrance.
Entrance fee is fair. I was there for around 2 hours and got there right when they opened. It wasn't busy at all, maybe 3 other groups when I arrived. I explored the entire property.
I climbed the lighthouse twice and spoke with Bob at the top who shared fun knowledge about the surrounding area. He was a pleasure to talk with and I loved that he offers to take your picture on your phone. I'm always solo so I never get a picture of myself that isn't a selfie. I was very thankful for this!
Next, I went into the educational workshop. I love to learn about the history of places I'm visiting.
I also went and toured the Tindall Pioneer Homestead and spoke with Melanie who is wonderfully amazing. You can tell that she really loves what she does and I felt so happy after speaking with her. She is so knowledgeable about the area and the history of the home. I told her that it smelled like my grandparents house and even spotted some items that I've seen at their house so that made my heart even happier. Since it was my first time in the area, Melanie recommended a few places for me to go. I was able to go to one but now have an excuse to come back to go to the others! If you love learning about the history of the area and just history in general, I recommend stopping by and talking with Melanie, if she is there. I'd go back just to chat with her more. She is an absolute treasure!
Overall, I had a wonderful time!
Lauren — Google review
Beautiful lighthouse. They let people in every 20-30 minutes in smaller groups so that it is not so crowed on the top. We are older and have back an knee issues but due to the rest stops every few stairs you can climb at your own pace and it was not difficult for me. There were the initial stairs outside to get to the lighthouse approx 36 then inside there are 103. The staff are extremely friendly and informative. Kids must be a certain height to be allowed to climb.
P “Pgib” D — Google review
Quick visit here early January. Beautiful surroundings with stunning banyan trees and views of the inlet. Husband climbed to the top of the lighthouse which was well run as they organized groups going up and down so as to avoid a free for all! Staff were all very friendly and helpful.
He tells me there are stops at about every 25 steps and views from the top were awesome.
I have limited mobility so wasn’t able to climb but there benches around the base to wait and enjoy the trees! You can get an “I survived the club” certificate on departure which is a nice touch.
There is disabled parking but be aware the walk to the lighthouse is an incline and in parts is quite uneven and rocky. It would be pretty challenging to navigate in a wheelchair. The small museum and entrance, where you buy your $12 entrance ticket, does have ramp access though.
Global Nomads — Google review
Had a wonderful experience. Seen some manatees from atop the lighthouse swimming along. The tour guides at the top and before entering the lighthouse gave some great information. Beautiful spot to check out if your in the area. Go early.
SurfratNY — Google review
What a great historical place to visit. The lighthouse itself was super neat to go up and experience. Amazing views from the top. You definitely get a workout climbing up all those steps so make sure you are able to climb a 100 plus stairs. No one under 48inches is aloud to climb. The view is amazing as is the the information they tell you about it. A couple cute museums on the property that make the visit even cooler to see. Very informative staff who give an interactive explanation of how they lived back then and so much more. Would highly recommend not just for vacationers but for locals who have yet to visit it.
Sarah D — Google review
Been to over 20 lighthouses and this is one of my favorites! Did the tour of the grounds & museum. Tour guide was friendly and well educated and view of the lighthouse was beautiful. Super awesome tree located on the bottom of the lighthouse grounds, but didn't get any pictures.
Dubois Park is a stunning recreational area situated on the waterfront of a lagoon. It boasts an array of amenities including beach frontage, boat slips, and a playground. Visitors can enjoy various activities such as swimming, walking, running, biking, fishing and exploring the waterways. The park offers breathtaking views of Jupiter inlet and Loxahatchee River. Furthermore, it provides safe launching spots for small boats while keeping swimmers at bay.
DuBois Park. A great park and inlet with extensive options for recreation/entertainment. With great views of both the Jupiter inlet, as well as the Loxahatchee River, this park is beautiful. Additionally, in terms of recreation, it has it all. A safe space to walk, run, bike, swim, and fish. The beach and trails provide excellent coverage, and the waterways are quite interesting. Lastly, the pier and boat slips offer effective ways to launch or keep small boats, as well as fish, a safe distance from possible swimmers. Overall, a great park.
narolc — Google review
Such a beautiful spot! Perfect place to go swimming, exploring, kayaking, or fishing. Lots of picnic tables to have a cute picnic. Stunning views. Definitely recommend visiting!
Side Note:
Dogs are allowed on the walking paths but not the beaches.
Jenni Sosnow Realtor — Google review
Went here to relax and enjoy a day off and I liked it. Chilled, family friendly and no noise. Sand has lots of shells and water has small waves. No pets allowed.
Anna Trimmel — Google review
Fantastic beach for the kids. Super impressed with this city park.
When the tide goes out, it's so shallow you can walk out almost to the bridge.
Bathrooms. Playground. Picnic tables. Lifeguard in the summer busy times.
Cross the bridge to explore me, or go to the old museum house.
Bring your own kayak and go up the mangrove creek.
Alyssa Shepherd — Google review
This park was beautiful. I had heard about it for a long time and finally got around to visiting it. It was perfect for the kids. It's a lagoon so it is protected and shallow. The water is clear and pristine. We were all very impressed by this place. Has multiple bathrooms throughout the park and showers. There are tables and BBQs scattered throughout the park as well.
Chad Rockefeller — Google review
What a great place for families with small children. The water is calm and shallow and clear. There are many places to park and places to grill out as well. Hard to find parking spots at busy times though. Located near the DuBois house that you can take tours of in the middle of the day on Wed and Thursdays. Also you can see the Jupiter lighthouse from the park. So much fun!!
Samantha Semrad — Google review
1. Parking was free and plenty, which is unheard of in South Florida. I had to check if I was not imagining it.
2. The shallow swim/snorkel area for kids is amazing. Adults are welcome as well. Nice way to cool off and spend an afternoon.
3. The inlet is beautiful for a stroll or boat watching.
4. The beach itself is not that great, but overall the park is worth the visit.
Faisal — Google review
Peaceful, tranquil, absolutely beautiful! This is the best beach so far that I've visited since moving here. And did I say shade! Yes, there are trees surrounding the water. And as I'm sitting watching the water, what comes swimming by? I said sting ray and was corrected it was a manta ray. When I walked over to the beach where people were fishing, right there in the water was a manatee. This is by far my favorite spot!
Stef B — Google review
Our favorite inlet! Perfect to take the kids (young and old). We hosted two birthday parties here. Or just an all day affair. Parking Is horrible during summer and holidays. But worth it if you can get there early and secure good spots. ( keeps it from getting too crowded)
Charnece Parrado — Google review
Great for kayaking, new pirate ship playground, free parking,history, located in the mangroves of Jupiter inlet♥️🧜
Michele Winn — Google review
Perfect to fish and then cook those fishes on the grills at the park 😅. Beach is quiet and clean.
Marianela Cruz — Google review
This is my new favorite spot!! Beautiful place to spend the day. The water is crystal clear. There are 2 beaches within the park! Both u can walk for miles! The sand is clean and soft! And if ur into it tons of beautiful seashells! I saw people finishing there. There’s a beautiful light house also. Grills and tons of tables everywhere. This park has endless things to look at and do. My favorite thing is that there is free parking 🅿️!! I’ve been there twice already, once during the week and once this past weekend and omg what a difference!! My suggestion is never go on the weekends it was ridiculously crowded, and Parking was a pain. But the weekday was empty and peaceful. Either way I loved it and it is worth checking out 😊
Venus — Google review
This park is wonderful for families with younger children to play in the water. There is a playground and plenty of sand to build castles. They have restrooms on site too. It is very crowded on the weekends and when school is out. We love this beach.
Rosie — Google review
A great park to spend the day for some great water activities. The pirate ship playground was still not available on our most recent visit but there is so much to do with the littles it’s really just bonus play. Suggest getting there before 10 am on the weekends to grab one of the coveted picnic tables and before 11 for a parking spot. Likely earlier for holiday weekends if you are brave. Water is great as it is protected from the wake and surf of the inlet so it’s a great spot to lounge or spend the day with your kids. We love this park.
jack watson — Google review
Great beach for kids. The water is not deep and there are no stones in the water. My 2 years son had a blast. We came here every day of our vacation. There is a changing room, also picnic tables and a barbecue area. Great place for a walk also.
Simona Chenault — Google review
This place is so cool , safe for the whole family, bring your food grab a grill or bring your own and get cooking. Soak up the sun ,chat, dance or just have a splash around it's a very chilled atmosphere.
We don't have anything like this in the UK and have been here so many times over the last 20 years making memories is great.
Jupiter Beach Park is a picturesque public park that boasts of a secure swimming area, sandy volleyball courts, fishing opportunities and picnic spots. Positioned adjacent to the ocean, the site provides visitors with their private spot near the pavilion. The dedicated staff and rangers ensure efficient upkeep of the park's amenities. Its tranquil beach inlet offers children an ideal location for swimming without any waves. It is a great place to visit with kids who absolutely love it here!
Beautiful calm beach inlet to take your children . I love swimming in this kind of beach with no waves. This is the best place. Kids love it here 💖
Lesly Figueroa — Google review
Our family absolutely loved spending time here. This was two weeks after the hurricane hit and the beach was pretty clean. Ofcourse there was sea weed but nothing crazy. It's a beach after all. The water was above 70 degrees and the waves weren't bad. There was ample parking and the bathroom facilities were open, clean and in good repair.
Richard DeMerchant Jr — Google review
Such a beautiful spot to enjoy with the family. Beautiful views & many things to see. Some boats coming in the inlet. People fishing on the pier. Someone was surfing. Paragliding. Etc... Beautiful wildlife, a brown pelican and many other birds etc...
D C — Google review
Beautiful place, we rented a pavilion for a friends Celebration of Life. The ocean is on one side and you have a little private area on the water by the pavilion.
Michele Denise — Google review
Parking can be a pain on busy days, but everything else is lovely- great amount of space and different atmospheres (picnic table, shallow areas for kids, plus all the sand and the actual ocean. Nice place to watch boats come in or out of the inlet, and a sweet view of the Jupiter Lighthouse.
Mistaken4Genius — Google review
My visit to Jupiter Beach Park in Florida was truly an unforgettable experience. This beautiful place offers a unique blend of natural beauty and tranquility. The beach is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, with fine golden sand and crystal-clear waters, making every moment on the shore a real relaxation. Additionally, the park offers numerous picnic and rest areas, making it ideal for family outings. I was impressed by the variety of wildlife there - from diverse bird species to unique flora. Jupiter Beach is the perfect spot for anyone seeking peace and wanting to enjoy the beauties of Florida. I recommend it to everyone who loves nature and wants to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, even for a while.
Viktor Tinev — Google review
Great little park. The staff and Rangers keep everything running smoothly. I hate to tell you about it as I would love to keep the park all to myself.
Denise — Google review
Absolutely beautiful location and great place for the children and young ones to swim. Remember to get there early in the summer time it gets busy and the parking is limited.
Scott W. — Google review
Absolutely beautiful beach. Perfect for families, especially those with little ones! Not too deep and lots of wildlife to see even when crowded!!
Melody Callantine — Google review
Beautiful Hidden gem..best park for kids to frolic and play.Natural lazy river is the best. Also Parking is free. Check water quality before you go.
Andre Roache — Google review
It was a little windy, but
w😷nderful. We 👀 boats 🚢 leaving the inlet & a family kayaking in the lagoon. Plenty of barbecuing areas. A perk was the buckets used to control the debris washing up, of which I 👀 none. Bathrooms were clean & well maintained. A perfect place to visit & when convenient will be repeated.
Dan donato — Google review
Had such a nice time at Jupiter Beach. Can't wait to go back again. The water was a little chilly in March, but will hold us over until it warms up again. Gorgeous beach, beautiful people, and awesome area. Thank you.
Alicia Cacossa - Real Estate Agent (Florida Haven Hunters) — Google review
I really enjoyed the sunset here . And is always a beautiful place to visit. I highly recommend going here .
william snyder — Google review
Apparently the park allows dogs but it's a bit ambiguous whether you can bring them on the beach.
It is a nice park but was kinda hoping to take the dogs on the beach as well.
Hopefully my pic will help.
freemagna L — Google review
Great place to spend the day with the family. They have an area that is great for toddlers and young kids that has no waves. They have picnic tables and grills. Good place for a birthday party. You can see the Jupiter lighthouse. The beach itself is huge. You can walk out on the rock wall. Park is clean and well kept.
Harbourside Place is a trendy waterfront complex that offers a variety of shopping and dining options. The complex features a riverwalk, hotel, and amphitheater. Visitors can enjoy exploring the shops and dining at the restaurants that offer outdoor seating and happy hours.
A very pleasant place to take a walk in the evening, have good food, and meet with friends and even stroll along the pier. By the way, we were pleasantly surprised when we found out that the pier is open to the public. Very nice place!
Anie Kotti — Google review
Love the little market on Sunday! This is a great place to walk around, check out the shops, the water, and get a bite to eat. PLUS and for me a huge plus, most of the restaurants are dog friendly here!
Jenni Sosnow Realtor — Google review
GOODTIMES ALWAYS!! Go to every 12 Guitars of Christmas. It's for the kids and not to forget a GOODTIME ALWAYS and the chance to win a guitar
Michael Seacrest — Google review
This center is located on the intercostal waterway and offers scenic views of boats and estate homes. There is a variety of shops and restaurants for all your eating desires. The center as a whole is well maintained with ample storefront parking, although the weekends can sometimes be challenging to find parking. A particular favorite restaurant of mine is Calaveras Cantina. If you want great Mexican food with good service and fair prices, you need to give it a try.
Richard Bergamini — Google review
Very nice place to walk. Great views. Shopping boutiques are aplenty. Dining options from breakfast to Mexican happy hour to cafe. Small Craft Market on Sundays. Parking is a challenge. There are TWO garages. Valet available at hotel.
Cecily Lyvonne — Google review
Great little set of shops. I love walking around in the plaza. Also, many of the restaurants have outdoor seating and HAPPY HOURS! I've been to Tommy Bahamas and The Woods, both of which are excellent. I want to go back and try the Mediterranean place now. I'm not much into designer attire, but I really like what is shown in some of these shops.
Ruth RH — Google review
It’s a fun place to hang out, and shop but all the while I was thinking North America and Canada is a beautiful place, but I’ve got more of the world to see before my time is up or my expiration date expires.
Happily I’ve been to all but about 4 states and I may or may not get to them for I love international travel more.
Hankerson Henry Productions, LLC — Google review
Great place to spend the night. Several nice restaurants, shops and hotel. Located directly on the intercoastal
Kenneth Comiskey — Google review
Beyond being a shopping destination, Harbourside Place is a nice area for walking and observing boats going by. It has a good selection of restaurants and a nice stage outside for outdoor events, when permitted. It's neat being able to walk on the docks next to the boats.
Lauren Cugliotta — Google review
Truly enjoyed our food. See my pictures and you tell me. If we are in that area again you bet I will stop by and gets some that yummy food. You should too.
Nancy Han — Google review
We ate at the Woods Jupiter. They had a decent burger. We had to sit outside, which was a little chilly for that night but all in all an ok time.
SurfratNY — Google review
Harborside Place offers some of the best restaurants in the city as-well as some clothing stores as-well
The parking garage offers the best view of the whole place with a very good accessible and affordable parking fee
July Sanchez — Google review
We love the farmers market here on Sundays, grabbing burgers, fries, beer, letting the kids play in the amphitheater fountains, looking at the boats... Such a fun place for the family.
Brandon Miller — Google review
Be safe!! Protect your babies! Do not let them touch the water fountain as some people have been injured and one killed by being electrocuted from the water. Sure the signs say no swimming but no adequate warning signs say you will be electrocuted .
Brittany Crockett — Google review
We love Woods Jupiter and the Tommy Bahama Shop. Free parking is appreciated. It's a little tough to get to from the North, but the traffic delay isn't enough to keep us away.
McCarthy's Wildlife Sanctuary is a refuge for more than 170 animals. They offer guided tours and interactive programs for children, but reservations are required. The animals appear to be well-kept and healthy, and the staff are organized and friendly. Restrooms are available on-site, but visitors must be escorted if they need to use them during a tour. Guests must stay with the group at all times and touching or handling the animals is allowed at their own risk as stated by signage in the area.
We had Such an awesome experience today at the McCarthys wildlife sanctuary. I highly recommend it. We took a two hour guided tour and learned so much about all the animals. Our guide was awesome. You can tell she loves the animals. They are all well cared for and their habitats are all clean. Thank you, we will be back again.
Andrea Braunstein — Google review
We had the best time! Jeremy was our guide and he made the tour so much fun and educational! My three boys LOVED being able to learn about the animals at the sanctuary and interact with them! We can tell that Jeremy sincerely loves and cares about the animals there. The enclosures were clean and the animals appeared well taken care of- which made us happy. I appreciate the sanctuary takes in the animals that their owners abandon, and their efforts to educate people to be more responsible when choosing to have exotic pets, and about finding a way to coexist with wildlife in harmony. Human is the number one cause of extinction of many species, and we need more places like this sanctuary to remind people of the importance of conservation.
We would definitely come back when we visit the area again!
U Anderson — Google review
I would highly recommend visiting McCarthys Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in south Florida! The staff were very knowledgeable and amazing, it’s easy to get to and the grounds were clean and beautiful. Not to mention, the animals seemed very happy and enjoyed us visiting!
DaLena Elliott — Google review
My husband and I came here to see all the animals! Jeremy took us on a great tour and genuinely cares about the animals and provided the group with great facts about the individual animals and their species. I would definitely recommend coming here, rather than other places that have wild animals as this place rescues and rehabilitates animals and does what is in the best interest for the animals!
Tracy Marotta — Google review
Great sanctuary! Things were well organized, plenty of parking just outside the main gate. Our guide was well informed about the different animals, and there was even a chance to get up close and personal in the reptile house. There are restrooms, and a gift shop on site.
Kassandra Rodriguez — Google review
It is a hidden gem, being so close to the big cats was so surreal. Our guide Bianca was very informative. We enjoyed her company very much. They had a lot of snakes, almost every snake 🐍 including rattle snakes and venomous snakes.Turtles, tarantula and other animals which were all saved in some way. That's why it is good to visit it to help pay for the rescued animals.
Mohanbir Nagra — Google review
Very clean and healthy looking animals! organized and kind workers. It was a fun experience and I would recommend checking this place out if you want a little more personal setting
Signed up for the tour on Friday. They have restrooms here but if you need to go during a tour you'll be escorted back. You stuck together as a group and are not allowed to wander off alone. Looks to have plenty of parking outside the premise. once inside, they have tables to sit underneath the shade as well as water bottles to buy
You're allowed to touch the animals and handle them at your own risk as stated by the sign
A very cool place that takes care of the animals here
Kealani-Nicole Young — Google review
This Wildlife Sanctuary is amazing!! Our tour guide, Bianca, was the best. She was very friendly and informative. I would definitely return.
Crystal Almanzar — Google review
The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and you can tell that the animals are very well taken care of. Super informative and fun experience, regardless of age. One of my top must-see places every time I'm in West Palm Beach.
Mira S — Google review
Amazing wildlife refuge. Had such a great time on the tour with Alexis as our tour guide. Very friendly and informative. You get to learn not only about the animals but their individual backstories and how they arrived there. Such a great place. I can't wait till my son turns 5 next you so I can bring him as well. Did I mention they let you hold some of the animals. Super cool experience for a family or a date.
PatrickGonzinvesting — Google review
Had the best time here!! Staff was so knowledgeable and the animals looked very well taken care of. It was such a great experience and would definitely recommend! Great for kids as well.
Sydney Espeut — Google review
Found this little suburban sanctuary on Tripadvisor and it did not disappoint. Tours are only available by calling them direct and only a few days a week at limited times. If you like small group tours, this is for you. The animals are very well cared for, even spoiled and I’m glad they have a place like this they can call home. Definitely a must see in the West Palm Beach area.
Lisa Burton — Google review
Paw-some! Very informative. Although they have short hours, this is for the benefit of the animals. Members of our party held several different animals, like a kinkajou, turtles, snakes and spiders. This was the closest I ever stood near large cats, lions, jaguar, panther, etc. they also have a liger that I did not know existed.
Suzanne La Plante — Google review
Great experience seeing the animals, including a number of big cats. It's not setup like a traditional zoo, so your tour is just a handful of people and you can get very close to the enclosures which makes for excellent photos. Proceeds from tour go to helping care for the animals so it's a great cause as well. They also engage in animal rehabilitation. Highly recommend.
Anthony M — Google review
Amazing tour of the facilities. Super clean, fantastic animal encounter. Friendly host/guide. Definitely a must visit place. I will be back again.
debora holt — Google review
We took our kid as a birthday gift from family members. We absolutely LOVE IT! Bianca was our tour guide. She was AMAZING! The whole family will enjoy this experience. You learn so much and will see animals that otherwise, you would probably never encounter(like a liger). The stories behind every animal are also so incredible. Bianca is very knowledgeable and kept the visit very fun for all the kids. We got to held and touch different animals.
We've been living in the Palm Beach area for years and we didn't know about this place. I'm happy we got to see it. I highly recommend it!
The Lion Country Safari park offers a unique experience where visitors can view various wildlife in their natural habitat from the safety of their own car. The safari features a diverse range of animals such as lions, rhinos, and more. Additionally, there is an adjacent amusement park with rides for children, mini water parks, gift shops, and even a giraffe feeding pavilion. Visitors can also enjoy food trucks and a large cafeteria reminiscent of Disney's offerings.
Such a cool place!! The Drive through Safari was awesome. Got up close to so many animals. The actual zoo part was really neat. Lots of shaded areas, 4 gift shops, 3 mini water parks, tons of rides for kids, paddle boat area, not to mention a entire giraffe feeding pavilion! They also have foods trucks and a huge Disney like Cafeteria. If you have kids bring them here!! 👍🏻
Katelyn Mielkey — Google review
It was a Wonderful Experience, we had lots of close animal encounters and it was an amazing experience. We need to drive through in our car and follow a route and it's divided based on different geographical areas. The audio tour is quite helpful and informative. The park is very well maintained and the staff is very helpful and courteous. We spent close to 2.5 to 3 hrs, but we couldn't enjoy the water park, so plan at least for 5-6 hrs so the whole park + water rides can be enjoyed. There is also a giraffe feeding experience and children would definitely love it. I would definitely recommend it. Please like my review if you find it helpful.
Z K — Google review
This was a great visit to drive through the safari park love seeing all the animals it was amazing experience! Will definitely come back again. & also the park was really nice to walk around and see different things.
Bunnyx J — Google review
We went with the entire family and there was something for everyone to do and see. The exhibits/animals were fantastic. We brought our own lunch and there was plenty of seating. A bit pricey overall. We recommend printing your tickets ahead because the entrance scanner does not work well on mobile ticket barcodes.
Penelope Turgeon — Google review
Awesome place! My wife was here in 1969 and she was like a kid again. Obviously there are more animals and activities now. Friendly and helpful staff. Well kept, clean, and the staff is very attentive towards the animals and visitors. We stayed at the KOA RV park which was also awesome. Overall it was a great time and place. I will definitely return.
Miguel Echevarria — Google review
We had such a great time and we are excited to go back again! We did the drive through Safari and the kids loved it! Then we went to the water park and they really enjoyed it too! The parking was easy and the park was so safe, clean and organized. I went alone with two young children and it was stress free. The best time.
C J — Google review
This place has really declined over the years. I was so excited to take family from out of town here after spending years when my kids were younger, coming repeatedly to drive through the park, enjoy feeding the giraffes, plus the water park and mini zoo park. I don’t know what happened but other than elk, like animals, they have significantly fewer main draw animals (and we were following the truck that was feeding them so we had the best opportunity to see animals up close). For example, they no longer have elephants and they used to. There used to be so many rhinoceros, and now there are only a few, Ive got to give credit to Lion Country Safari for clearly sharing information that the water slides & certain other areas are currently under construction. However, almost the entire zoo and play area should be under renovation. Much of it hasn’t been touched for at least 10 years and it shows. It has noticeably aged and worn seating areas, play areas, restaurants, and dining options. I respect it must cost quite a lot to take care of exotic animals however, I don’t think it’s worth the ticket price. I’ve spoken to several people since our trip last weekend. The consensus is unanimous that pretty much everyone who is a local feels this place is currently lacking. Hopefully they get donors or other funds to turn it around.
Sharon P — Google review
No#1 attraction in Florida. Online ticket booking was easy. It takes close to 75 to 90 minutes to compete the Safari drive. A lot of animals can be seen walking closely and the kids loved the experience. The Walk through Safari and the Kids rides were excellent. A must visit place for kids and families.
Karthi Gopalaswamy — Google review
When we first did our research, it mentioned that is 55 acres park. But in reality, most of the safari part is self drive, makes it super relaxing to go on your own pace. Animals are easy spot and used to cars. We did have an ostrich trying to attack our side mirror. Lots of animals brought here and trying to give them best environment. But it’s still fence in. The adventure park portion is not as exciting. Old rides that really has nothing to do with animals, and some feeding area and petting zoo. I recommend going to safari in different time of the day so you get to see different animal activities.
The Foodie Architect — Google review
This place is AMAZING!! The prices are so reasonable because this place offers so many fun activities! From an outdoor drive through safari, to the indoor zoo where you can feed the giraffes (however, to feed the giraffes is an extra $5); there are so many things you can do. This place also offers free mini golf, a small outdoor waterpark and a few little amusement park rides for the kids and a petting zoo, all of which are included in the daily ticket price and doesn’t cost extra. You could spend all day here and never get bored. You can also drive through the outdoor safari as many times as you like, which is so cool because you get so close to the animals. The animals just freely roam around and some even end up getting close to your car. If you are looking for a fun filled day trip, then this is definitely the perfect place!
Sam — Google review
A very unique experience where you can drive through several exhibits to experience animals up close and personal. Plan to spend about 60-90mins and be sure to have enough gas in the car.
It's mostly antelope, gazelle, etc. with chimps and lions as well. They provide an audio guide you can access via your phone, which I'd recommend as otherwise you don't really know what you're looking at.
The price is a bit steep though, wish it was more affordable.
Jason Wieczorek — Google review
The drive-through safari was amazing. It takes about an hour to drive the whole thing. We went on a weekday, so there were only about a dozen cars at that time.
After, we went through the walking park area. Paddle boats, carousel and attractions for kids. We didn't visit the splash park, but there is a lot to experience. Feeding the giraffes was a unique experience.
I definitely recommend making the trip!
Laura Kassa — Google review
Our second time visiting. First time was 10 years before. Was everything that we remembered. Had a great time. Picked the perfect day, as it was cloudy and a bit cool so even the lions were out and active. Was able to get many great photos. Almost seemed like all of the animals were trained to pose for us.
Mike Rogers — Google review
We camped at the KOA Lion Country Campground in West Palm Beach which is literally right next to the safari. You can get a discount on your safari tickets if you are camping. The price wasn't too much and we could enter the park all day. We went early, 9:30 am when they opened and saw the animals eating their morning meals. Definitely more vehicles at that time. We drove through and it took about an hour, with the slow speed and stopping often to observe the animals. It was very enjoyable and kids would love it! (We couldn't bring our pups 😔) After the drive thru we entered the actual park. Inside, it has more of a zoo atmosphere with exhibits and animal shows. Food and drinks are available. We purchased a large pretzel for a snack and it was good. Can't remember if it was $5 or $10...leaning towards $10. Later, we returned to drive through again. We timed it for closing and ended up being the last and ONLY vehicle in the Safari. 😂 We were "stalked" by the workers waiting to put the animals away and close the gates.of each section. Which they did IMMEDIATELY AFTER we drove out of each section!!😂😂 It was not our intention to hold them up, but we sure got that feeling. We entered at 4:20 and exited at 5:30 which is their closing time, so it was all good. 👍🏻 The afternoon drive thru was the absolute best time to go!! We got to see a lot of the animals up close as they were prowling at the gates waiting to be put up/fed. All in all, a great place to visit.
sherri Jackson — Google review
Small park which can be easily completed in 2-3 hours total. The park is separated into two areas. First, the drive through safari was nice with 30 species of large animals. The drive is in the comfort of your own air-conditioned car at your own pace with two lanes offered. Second, the walk through park is nicely landscaped however several of the displays were empty and all animal feeding stations had been removed (May 2022). There is a childrens area in the back of the park which has a splash fountain. Some small rides like a carousel, paddle boats and slides. Most disappointing were the food and eating options all of which were extremely overpriced and poorly serviced. Bring your own drinks and let the kids wear their swim suits. Nice afternoon.
LYNNETTE RIFFEL — Google review
I read the bad and good reviews carefully before coming. Here is my objective opinion about my visit:
1.- There is a dedicated area for picnic
2.- Restrooms are super clean.
3.- Theme and souvenir stores have average prices. In fact, much better than other parks.
4.- Yes, the lions can be seen through a fence, and it is safer that way. People with kids will consider that policy the most intelligent one, provided that lions and other animals are savage and will act according to instincts.
5.- By the time of my visit, I had the opportunity to see several animals being fed by the crew members. There are no animals showing signs of malnutrition. This is one of those Zoos that has animals in excellent shape!
6.- Rhinos instead are free, however, at least five Pick Up Trucks from the park were moving strategically so the rhinos would not represent a threat for visitors.
7.- All areas are very clean. Either the drive or the walk-through are well kept, even the entire road is free from stools.
8.- Staffing personnel are very kind and knowledgeable.
It's worth the trip
Leonardo De Angelis — Google review
I have been going here since I was a child. I live in New York but often visit Florida to see family, and this is a place we always go to. It is great for all ages. Each time you go, it is a new experience. Sometimes you will have an ostrich pecking at your car window; other times, you will have a rhino walking in the road and stopping traffic. It is truly a magical experience. Knowing that the animals are well taken care of and seem happy and healthy is awesome. The walk-through part is also super fun! Feeding the giraffes is a must. The gift shops are also affordable so that you can take home a fun souvenir. Everyone who travels in the area must visit this place at least once. Make sure you have your camera ready so you can capture videos and photos along the way!
Cait — Google review
This place is awesome, a drive thru safari then you get to go inside the park and they got more rides and more animals and water park. You can pack food and have a picnic or buy what they have , only thing was the indoor dining area was under renovation when i went . But my kid had an awesome time and so did i just watching him be so happy .
Jack Sparrow — Google review
We always wanted to visit. We had a disabled person in the car so we didn’t do any of the out of car activities. We did drive through the safari twice. We were able to pull over and watch the animals as long as we wanted. The only animals you don’t see real well are the lions. This is because they are enclosed in giant chain link fences. Also they have a fairly large area to roam meaning they are not always up close to the fence. Warning signs reminding folks what to and not to do should be more prominent. Stupid us, we stopped sort of near the rhinos. They were milling around. On the way out of the rhino area the sign warns you to not stop near the rhinos. Not sure how near is near. You will need to keep your windows up so make sure your AC works well. We did one trip with some rain and another without. Both were enjoyable. If ai lived close I absolutely would have an annual pass to this park. It was delightful!
Lisa Stine — Google review
Excellent place, my children, my husband and I were delighted. The safari is very entertaining, you can see the animals up close, it is seen that they are well cared for and the audio that tells you about each animal is in English and Spanish. In addition to the safari, there are more animals that you can see already walking. There are also other attractions that are included with your ticket. The water park was a lot of fun. There are several restaurants, all the staff are very friendly and in general the place is very clean and nice. We liked it so much that we will not hesitate to buy the annual pass!
Pierina Riascos — Google review
Excellent experience with a drive through Safari and optional medium-sized amusement park at the end. Definitely one of the unique activities in all of Florida, if not the USA. The drive through Safari takes about one to two hours to complete (your individual time spent watching the animals is up to you, can be longer or shorter). Large variety of animals. Many of them have no problem walking up to the cars or stopping on the road. Very fun to watch. The Safari is great for kids, or older less mobile people, or both. As for the amusement park, this is great for kids, generally 2yrs old to 10 yrs old. Variety of rides, food, ice cream, and more animal exposures. There is also a water park for little kids.
Michael Burke — Google review
Such a fun experience! The animals were active and were close to the road which allowed everyone to get a good look at them. The drive through was fun for everyone and then exploring the rest of the park was equally enjoyable. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The water park looked very fun(we didn’t go this time but will be back). The little boat tour with Charlotte was great and seeing all the other animals inside the park felt like going to the zoo. Highly recommend!
Candace Ciarrone — Google review
Amazing place to spend the day. Definitely the top option for families. It would be good if you download the audio for the safari before going there, the signal is not very good. Take some cash to go feed the animals, 50 cents for fish and 5 dollars for the giraffe.
MónicaM Medina — Google review
This was the perfect activity for someone who is recuperating from a hospital stay or someone with limited mobility. You just stay in your car, windows rolled up, adjust the air conditioning, turn on the audio tour and enjoy the next 90 minutes! The animals were in a more natural habitat than a zoo, and there were large numbers of all of the species. With each section of the park we saw different varieties of animals and learned so much info on each breed. We could pull over at any time and pause the recording and reference the map with photos and descriptions of the animals. It was not a rushed tour. You could take as long as you liked at any part of the tour. We especially liked the zebras and giraffes. After the car tour, there was other parts of the park to explore. There were plenty of benches to rest on and maps to show you where you were. A very enjoyable day! Best part was feeding the giraffes. They sold three leaves of romaine lettuce for $5 and you could feed the giraffes from a platform where you are face to face with them. Definitely the highlight of the afternoon.
MF Snyder — Google review
Oh. My. Goodness. I was visiting my aunt who lives in the area and she wanted to bring me here. I have been to other drive through safari places, some where you can feed the animals, some where you can not feed the animals. This falls into the category where you can not feed the animals, which I like because the animals stayed away from your car. And they had lions! And rhinoceroses! And so many more! The drive through took a lot of time as there was so much to look at. Then you can leave. OR you can park, and do the walking tour! They are doing some renovations so be aware of that! There is a water park, but neither my aunt nor I were interested in that. There was an absolutely cute show with a few birds and a handler. It was amazing. I highly recommend for anyone in the area.
Andrea F — Google review
Absolutely great time! I love the fact that you can go through the safari experience, park your car go and get lunch and explore the walk through areas, petting zoo, and feeding the giraffe! (Which was a super cool experience) And then you could drive through the safari again if you want to!!! Had an overall great experience today even with it being my first time! Will be going again and again!
Emily Smith — Google review
We really enjoyed it! It’s great that you can do the drive thru a second time if you want. Plus, there’s a large walk thru area, a petting zoo, and a water park area with slides. Our only complaint/recommendation is that you bring our own food or drinks and don’t expect to eat there. Coffee was $4.50-$8. No deals to be had on food or drinks, that’s for sure! We bought tickets online and saved about $20 on 2 adults and 1 child vs the gate rate.
Meaghan MacKenzie — Google review
Great fun for the kids. I worried that the cost wouldn’t be worth it, but we made a day of it! 6 kids and 4 adults was about $300 for admission and $150 for lunch. This seems on par with most Florida theme parks, so the value isn’t outstanding but it is average and the setting is unique. Rhinos, giraffes, and ostriches were favorites! And the water park was a great ending
Benjamin Westerhaus — Google review
Went with my parents just before they closed the doors and we loved cruising around! The audio guide was really cool as well. Got some awesome photos too!
Why did the zebra cross the road? I don’t know and I think he forgot too because he stood there for 10 minutes 😂
C SK — Google review
It exceeded my expectations, very organized and fun for kids. We took our tidier who had a lot of fun. Take your bathing suit as waterpark is fun for little ones and adults can join in. Giraffe feeding experience was great too!
Adrian Galindez — Google review
We visited on a regular Sunday morning and no that crowded/busy. The drive through experience was amazing. The walk through was also a good experience from feeding/petting and water park. If you are visiting with family and kids, I would recommend for before hand planning for food, clothes and drinks.
Dr. Abhaykumar Kumbhar — Google review
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4.5
(1944)
2003 Lion Country Safari Rd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470, USA
Clematis Street is a trendy street that features restaurants, nightclubs, art museums and a waterfront park. It has a more down-to-earth vibe than the sophistication of City Place. Clematis Street is located in the heart of Downtown West Palm Beach.
Been coming to Clematis ever since I was a kid. It has definitely transformed over the years for the better but now it's getting a little bit crowded.
maria Lynn — Google review
Love it here is beautiful , they have restaurant, theater, cafe place, shopping etc..
Gabriela Santamaria — Google review
Great place to take the family and Great nightlife!!!
Jerry Alfred — Google review
November 6, 2022 — The 2022 Veterans Day Parade!!! A great recognition by all participants honoring our loyal veterans and family members. The joy and respect exhibited by every participant was witnessed by many veterans—we love our county and thank you each and every family part of our man and women serving our great Nation.
J. Castillo — Google review
West palm beach downtown. Nice place to hangout
Deepak Bansal — Google review
Great area to visit in Palm Beach area
South Florida USA
Daniel Garzon — Google review
My home town. Fabulous. Chill...
Jackie Grenier — Google review
Nice place to hangout with friends and family. You will find good restaurants with different types of cuisine.
Food.Travel.Lifestyle — Google review
Nice place for a night walk
I A — Google review
Lots of great eating places and places to people watch.
Helen Mcknight — Google review
Born and raised locally... Here's my options...
There seems to always be construction on the roads 🚧🏗️, plus often events causing road blocks. Plus it's difficult to find parking anywhere near here (even on a good day), unless you want to use the parking garage a mile or so away and take the trolley. The restaurants and shops are frequently changing/moving which leads to more construction. A lot of confusing one-way roads crossing paths. A lot of cops considering it is downtown and near the courthouse. A lot of homeless people live here, (on both ends), near the water and from the train tracks.
Lock your vehicles if you like your stuff. And try not to judge because some of the homeless people are great people just down on their luck. Some of them street perform for tips, but I think law enforcement might have put a stop to this because I don't see them performing much anymore, but there is still an abundance of homeless, probably a growing number even. Maybe because law enforcement is stopping them from creating a living by performing. 🤔
Probably so now that I think of it more, and it sounds about right considering that there's many unjust laws going against what should be considered "Natural Law".
So lock up and don't be in the area alone, have at least one or more people with you, just because you never know and shut happens. I've heard many gunshots in the past, seen a lot of fights, and at night alcohol accelerates the problems.
Anyway enough of that rant... Just be mindful if you visit.
Also, the paintings on the buildings and walls I have really grown to like on this street and surrounding areas, however I heard a while back on the News that the city is supposedly going to be getting rid of the street art. 😢 I really hope not, and I believe that most people would agree.
B WATERMAN — Google review
Grab a cup of coffee from Sub Culture and play some ping pong. There are two table tennis systems set up right in front of the coffee shop. There are free paddles and a ball dispenser for ping pong balls for .50 cents.
Downtown West Palm Beach is a vibrant center of nightlife, offering a variety of sophisticated cocktail lounges, chic wine bars, and cozy pubs with live music. Its diverse culinary landscape features traditional Southern eateries, trendy tapas establishments, and gourmet burger joints. Visitors can indulge in upscale fashion shops at Rosemary Square, an elegant outdoor mall or enjoy concerts at Meyer Amphitheater while the Flagler Park farmers’ market provides fresh produce on the waterfront.
Rosemary Square is a large, upscale shopping mall in the city center of Mission Viejo. The mall has a variety of stores, including high-end brands like Gap and Victoria's Secret, as well as budget-friendly options like Banana Republic and Macy's. It also features art installations by world-class artists throughout the common areas. City Place is a smaller, more compact shopping mall just minutes away from Rosemary Square that contains similar shops and amenities.
The Square is a picturesque area that is lively with shops, restaurants, and activities. The center of the entire area boasts an enormous tree lined with LED lights that change colors.
During the summer, they have active water spouts in the ground for kids to play in. They also bring out snow machines as well.
In winter, they have a variety of food trucks make an appearance with warm holiday snacks.
The restaurants around here are all incredible and not super fine dining, allowing it to be accessible to all.
The shops are more on the higher end.
Parking is so simple, and I personally recommend parking in the Hibiscus garage. It’s affordable and connected right to the entire area.
Nik Rama — Google review
What a Lovely place! This place is wheel chair accessible and super pretty. They have loads of water features and the pathways to feel fully present and take in the scene. A light feature/ fake tree next to the main event space and loads of monthly events to plan for in the Square. Totally Worth a drive.
Katerin Luquetta — Google review
This place is an entire vibe. Tried the vegan ice cream and enjoyed the beautiful tree with the changing lights. So many shops and people are bustling about in a very relaxed atmosphere. Wished we had more time to take it all in.
Mona G — Google review
Went here today for the Arts Festival and really enjoyed it, primarily because it was outdoors with sun and much cooler temperatures today. Lots of artists and some beautiful artwork. Bought a French Bulldog statue that I couldn’t pass up. Considering some other art as well. This is a beautiful shopping area with different activities aside from just shopping; and restaurants are in abundance. Beautiful fountain in the center of the Plaza. Parking was expensive!
Douglas W. Bush, M.A. (Doug) — Google review
Beautiful place even just to walk around. Plenty of public parking for a fair price, they even have valet parking if you dont want to spend time looking around. Super clean with some nice store and restaurant option. Really well maintained and easy to navigate.
Marcin Mojek — Google review
Beautiful place with amazing luxurious boutiques, among restaurants. Walking around was great.
There is a beautiful fountain where you can sit around and take a break from your shopping. While doing so, try there 'to die for' ice cream made with cashews and coconut milk.
Ariane Dupin — Google review
What a wonderful place. Regardless of the time of day, this place is simply enchanting. The glowing tree is spectacular, and all the choices for dining are stellar. I personally love El Caminos and those nachos! Great for people of all ages.
Robert Galarza (Queenskid24) — Google review
Very clean and beautiful shopping area.
You can definitely spend a good deal of time here. Hotels are close and there are plenty of dining options. There are a few really nice apartments here for rent as well. I definitely will come check this out again in the future.
Brandon Britt Smith (Travelin Smitty) — Google review
Wow! Let’s first complement the gardening in this area. I know they have to spend millions of dollars just in the landscaping alone. It is absolutely gorgeous! All of the areas are super classy and well-kept. The vibe is so amazing. It definitely gives me cantina vibes more on the cultured experience. All of the beautiful variety of plants and flowers as well as the artwork on all of the streets and walls are beyond beautiful! What a day. You could literally walk the circle go to lunch go shopping and spend an entire day here! I know I did!
Samantha Moore — Google review
More than the shopping and restaurants, Rosemary Square is simply a good place to walk around. The palm tree-lined promenade, shady archways, and cool fountains are bustling with people at all times of the day. It is also convenient to visit, with easy paid parking available at the nearby Hibiscus Garage. Highly recommend when you’re in downtown West Palm Beach!
Aditya Narayanan — Google review
Was a serene moonlit night. The weather was amazing, and the Square had such great ambiance. So much better than in the past. Love the new look and feel.
Angie Allen — Google review
Great place to hang out as couple, friends or family with kids.The primary feature is the beautiful fountain in the square where the kids spend hours having fun playing with water while parents can enjoy a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants there.They also have some shows for kids and live band on weekends.(Check the monthly schedule on their website or at the square for more information).Not only this place is outstanding, the area around is fantastic as well.Buildings are colorfully painted with greenery walls adding on the beauty of this place.
NISRINE AMMOURY — Google review
It was nice. Their Cheesecake Factory is better than our up here. They have an LED tree that changes color.
Teddy Bear (Skechers) — Google review
Nice space with stores, restaurants and entertainment. It’s an amazing place to visit with family and friends. Great pictures are always taken!
Claudia Burkitt — Google review
It’s a shopping and dining district encompassed in a square region of bustling West Palm Beach downtown; thus the name The Square was born, I assume.
It’s vibrant and full of youth. Seems to be safe and most shops and restaurants are elegant. But there are Starbucks and H&M to satiate people with not so deep pocket. Parking situation isn’t horrible.
But I would not go out of my way to visit this place. If I happen to be near The Square during my visit to West Palm Beach, then visiting this place definitely makes sense.
Richard Yu — Google review
I love coming here to people watch and grab a bite or a drink with friends. It’s such a beautiful space for the entire community and the plants all around make the space very zen. The city is also doing a great job maintaining it, thank you.
Bianca Astralaga — Google review
I love The Square, The Wall, Uptown... All of Clematis. There's a great selection of restaurants and shops, and the atmosphere is amazing. Family friendly, dog friendly, yet still a great place to have a few drinks, dance, and let loose.
Kp. Yo — Google review
A fun place to go for all ages. Daylight is better for children and nighttime for adults. The one big artificial tree has LED leaves. The changing colors are mesmerizing.
John L Dawson, Ed.D., Real Estate Broker — Google review
I'm really not sure how to rate this. I think this place used to be called city place and it had a lot of beautiful upscaled stores and not as many restaurants as it does now. All of the stores that I liked are gone. And it's just walt wall restaurants and destruction. I am very unhappy with this change nor will I ever be going back.
Danielle Pike — Google review
Very elegant. Great service, great food, GREAT VIEWS!!! My friend treated me to lunch and I LOVED it!!!
Billie Sue Wilson — Google review
The place is really nice. You can find the wishing tree, music, many places to go and eat and a very friendly environment.
Gabriela Vega — Google review
Beautifully landscaped and great for a nice walk. Lots of great restaurants but not too many stores to look at. $10 for parking about 2 hours is a bit high we thought.
Francis — Google review
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4.5
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700 S Rosemary Ave Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA
The Kravis Center is a modern complex with 4 performance venues that hosts a range of national and local productions. It is often known as a premiere community center in the Southeast United States and offers a variety of entertainment options, including Broadway theater.
Hamilton eas absolutely fantastic. The audience was awesome, energetic, and engaged which no doubt boosted the performance. Entering & exiting the facility was well coordinated & efficient.
Nigel Baker — Google review
Had a wonderful time . Beautiful theater and excellent show. The only down side was the hearing assistance devices. The first one did not work and the second one only sort of worked. Fortunately my dad was still able to understand most of the show.
Loesch Zone — Google review
We've visit this center for a show and again for a private event. The stage theater is clean, well set up, and has a kind staff. The event ballroom we used was spacious, inviting, well staffed, and I would definitely participate in an event held there again.
Renee Thrasher — Google review
Beautiful venue in an amazing location, plenty of restaurants and things to do within walking distance before and after the show.
I went back to the kravis center for the first time in 10 years and it's as beautiful as ever. My only complaint is that the seat I had in the orchestra section felt cramped, I'm 6'2" though so It's a common problem for me.
Floyd nation rocked, will definitely go see them again when they come back to the kravis.
Sebastian — Google review
Very nice performing arts center. We recently went there for "Madagascar: The Musical", it was a blast. The kids loved it. Parking is a little tricky, so is traffic in and out. Plan accordingly. There's not a bad seat in the house.
Malvin B. Cedeño — Google review
Absolutely loved it! Saw Stomp and it was great. Parking was easy, entry was a breeze and went upstairs for a glass of wine before the show. I had fabulous seats. Just enjoyed all aspects of the experience. Exiting the complex was easy as well with police guiding traffic. Can't wait to go back.
Scott Rispaud — Google review
Amazing center. I had the opportunity to attend the final performance of the Palm Beach Symphony for their '23-'24 performance season. The staff here at the center are courteous and very professional. If you're able to attend, I highly recommend this center.
David Johnson — Google review
It is only this last year that we decided to reconnect with the arts community. My girlfriend and I recently watched The Nutcracker performed by the Palm Beach Ballet. The show was brilliantly done and we have decided to make it an annual tradition. Yesterday we came for Salute to Vienna and it was yet another spectacular concert. The Kravis Center is leading the way with its health and safety protocols. There is not a public venue that we have felt more safe in. We highly recommend seeing any performance here and there is a nice calendar of events coming this Spring.
Amjad Hayaud-Din — Google review
I loved the Wicked show at the Kravis center. Ease of buying tickets online, free parking in garage. Plenty of cashiers and drink/food options. Ate in their small cafe overlooking the lobby before the show. Theater is beautiful with comfortable seating. So much talent onstage and underneath stage in the orchestra. Was a great experience. The themed drinks were amazing as well. I will be back for more shows in the future.
cecilia lauren — Google review
My first experience of going to a show at the Kravis Center was wonderful! A great place to see a show with every seat seems to be a great place to see the stage. We saw Tori Amos there and it was great!
Derek Kearney — Google review
We enjoyed a great performance by Manheim Steamroller at the Kravis Center.
We hope to see them again next year 👍
The Spectre — Google review
This was my first time at the Kravis Center for the performing arts. I went to a concert for David Foster & Katherine McPhee with “special guest” which turned out to be Josh Groban (yay). So the whole process of ordering tickets online to receiving the tickets to getting an update the day before the event on where to valet or free parking was very helpful. All in all, it was great experience except for my seats. MEZZ C 419 . These are the cheep seats even if you pay $150 for them they are on the upper balcony, the furthest away from the stage, and even though the acoustics were great the visibility of the stage was just too far to feel fully immersed. Theater was super clean. Ushers were extremely helpful and I would definitely go to the theater again, but I will not be sitting at the mezzanine level. You can see how far I had to zoom with the clarity of photos/videos I uploaded. I highly recommend you go to this beautiful performing arts center but do sit elsewhere. 😃
Caroline Greenhouse, PA — Google review
Kravis center featured the Miami City Ballet today playing Stravinsky and Bach…. With a self contained Caribbean style presentation in between… truly a beautiful afternoon … the Miami City Ballet … a South Florida icon for decades should not be missed
Arturo Oliva — Google review
The first show I ever saw here was Wicked. Knowing where and how to get to the parking lot definitely helps before a show. I had a great experience & will definitely be back 😎👍🏼🎭
Sudhir Jain — Google review
The Kravis Center is a beautiful and luxurious Performing Arts venue in West Palm Beach. We are so grateful and lucky to have it in our backyard! Centrally located Downtown, surrounded by great restaurants, offers free garage parking and valet parking for a fee.
New Year’s Day, our family tradition for the past 5 years is to attend “Salute to Vienna”!Best performance ever! Great conductor and performers!
Hospitality at its best! From the minute you enter through security you receive a warm and inviting welcome. Security is painless and efficient. Safety first!
We, of course, went right to the bar to pre-order our champagne for intermission. All the bartenders are friendly, professional, efficient and knowledgeable! The prices are a bit high but not crazy like at NFL Stadiums! They also offer a full bar, variety of sandwiches, salads and snacks. They now have covered cups to bring your drinks into the Theater. Wonderful!
The beautiful poinsettia Christmas Tree is always the focal point of the main lobby during the Holidays. It’s majestic and magical! Perfect for a selfie!
All the volunteer ushers were smiling and helpful. The seating is easy to follow and the seats are comfortable. The Orchestra Section is tight but not a bad seat in the house…
The performance was outstanding! Gets better every year! They offer a wide variety of performances. As a member, I take advantage of all they have to offer! Consider becoming a member to get first option on tickets. Totally worth the investment.
Intermission was perfect! Our champagne 🥂 was waiting for us. So convenient and allowed us to enjoy it with no waiting!
The audience flow is expertly managed professionally by great staff! Warm, welcoming and efficient! Can’t wait for my next visit! I highly recommend!
Georgette “GG” George-Quinn — Google review
Wow what a performance.also the staff and ticket people were super nice and easy going . The bar and snack bar are cheap not like the movie theater where u have to take a second mortgage out of u want to get something for everyone. Lol we saw holidaze the performance was spectacular, seats were great, lighting was superior to anything around the state of FL. It's also a historic theater. Will go again soon
Ryan Hall — Google review
The Kravis Center is amazing. We were visiting from out of state to see Mannheim Steamroller. We love the group and the performance was excellent!! What a fabulous venue. The theatre is massive, but the stage is very visible even from the balcony where we were. And the acoustics were incredible. We were blown away - probably the best concert we had ever been to. I hope we're able to come to the Kravis Center again soon 😍
Anne Cox — Google review
I was honored to have enjoyed an evening of Aaron Sorkin's "To Kill a Mockingbird" for my first visit to the Kravis Center. It is a truly beautiful space and structure with wonderfully attentive and kind staff, and a very comfortable atmosphere.
Elizabeth House — Google review
Beautiful preformance of Hamilton! The lighting and sound at Kravis is much better than other venues we have seen the same production at. Drinks were very good and prepared quickly. Love that you can pre-order for intermission. We had a wonderful time and will definitely visit again!
Amanda Martin — Google review
It was my first time in Kravis Center because I had just moved to Palm Beach. I really enjoyed the show. I started to cry in the middle of the show because the actors were playing so emotional. The place was full, and tickets on the first row were $ 120 for seat 2. You can get a drink in the bar - drink prices $ 17 for one ( a little expensive), I like it so much, so I will go again. Parking is next to the Center, like 5 minutes walk and parking was free of charge. Beetlejuice musical was a great show - I love it.
Tatiana Antonik — Google review
I wanted to write a review for customer service based on my experience this past week. I had purchased tickets for my parents as a gift many months ago, and two days before they were supposed to attend we were dealing with a health emergency. I wrote an email to the Kravis Center, fully expecting that they couldn’t do anything to help me. The next day, I received a call from them where they helped me move the tickets to a later date, and providing even more convenient seats for my parents. I couldn’t be more grateful for their help and empathy that day, and that my parents were able to enjoy the show. Thanks again!
Blair Erich — Google review
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4.5
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701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA
Great Sunday plan. Fun for kids and adults. Sitting on the front rows still gives you a good view of the game.
Roberto Aguilar — Google review
A must go if you’ve never been. Easy to park if you follow the directions from the parking attendant. Every thing is clearly marked for quick access as you get to the facility. If you’re sitting in the sun bring a small umbrella or wide brim hat. You will need it. In March prepare for some rain to fall. You can finally wear that stylish polo shirt you bought.
David Marlette — Google review
We had a wonderful day at polo with brunch. Lexie at the Mallet Grille was a pleasure to work with, very professional; she delivered and even exceeded our best expectations. Brunch was beautifully displayed and delicious. The staff is amazing, very friendly, attentive and delivered impeccable service. Thank you Lexie for an awesome day!
Peter Gayle — Google review
I have been a member of the National Polo Center off and on for about 11 years. My kids grew up going to Polo every week, First as members of the kids camp, then as just young people who enjoyed watching Polo. My son and I played low goal pooo together! Recently, the US Polo Association bought the event site, formally known as IPC, it is now known as the National Polo Center. It is a great club with a super restaurant, many amazing, social events, and a great gym, but you don’t have to become a member to enjoy the polo here: Many polo games are held here during the winter months, and a very popular weekly event on everybody’s social calendar is Sunday Polo. I created a video on what to wear and what not to wear to Polo since I have been asked so many times.
Kirsten Kopp — Google review
An absolutely fantastic way to spend an afternoon with family and kids. From exciting polo match play to half time divot stomping with champagne cocktails, you'll enjoy the day!
John Guma — Google review
Had a great time here celebrating a birthday with family. Brunch was excellent, with a great buffet selection. The venue is extremely well kept. We really enjoyed the polo match as well! Overall a really fun afternoon, highly recommend!
Daniel Sweeney — Google review
FANTASTIC PLACE TO MEET NEW FRIENDS MR SUNSHINE EDDY SHIPEK LOVES WELLINGTON POLO!
ED SHIPEK — Google review
Beautiful party room. The food was fantastic and wonderful drinks.
Not 5 stars since the valet service didn't return my car key. I had to ask for it.
Annette Levinson — Google review
The polo match we came to see was rained out, but the brunch was still delicious and the service was great.
laurie scott — Google review
Excellent to go on Sunday with your family, if you enjoy horses sports!!
marcelo baggio — Google review
Always A Great Time At Sunday Brunch!
Nikki Stevens — Google review
I've been to NPL Brunches many times, usually with okay experiences. However, a recent event I hosted there, a big tailgate party for my husband with their catering, was disappointing. Despite paying a significant amount, the event was ruined by rain, which isn't their fault. However, the staff's response was unacceptable. When I was soaked and went to use the restroom, the concierge publicly scolded me to leave immediately, embarrassing me in front of many. This, combined with past experiences of rudeness from the concierge, has led me to decide not to return.
Arina Vlasova — Google review
We had purchased 6 tickets for Sunday March 3rd event for the sum of 210$ including taxes. The event was cancelled because the bad weather (storm). We asked for a refund or replacement tickets for an upcoming Sunday event before April 10th, and they refused. We are snowbirds returning Canada around April 15th. They offered tickets for the April 28th event???
We are very disapointed. We were attending events one or two times per winter, we will never attend again.