Best Things to Do in West Palm Beach, Florida

As the urban hub, West Palm packs in more to do than anywhere nearby — culture, nightlife, waterfront, and even manatees.

Explore the arts. The Norton Museum of Art is a regional gem, the Kravis Center hosts Broadway and concerts, and the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens offer a quiet, beautiful escape.

Hit downtown. Clematis Street and Rosemary Square deliver dining, shopping, bars, and events — including the long-running Clematis by Night.

Stroll the waterfront. Flagler Drive along the Intracoastal is made for walking, with the Saturday GreenMarket a weekend ritual.

See the manatees. Manatee Lagoon is a free spot to watch manatees gather in the warm water in winter — a local favorite with kids.

Enjoy the events calendar. West Palm runs events all year — Clematis by Night on weeknights, the Saturday GreenMarket on the waterfront, the iconic Sandi sand sculpture tree at the holidays, and the Fourth of July on the water. There's always something on.

Take the Brightline. Hop the train for an easy day trip to Miami or Fort Lauderdale — no car, no parking.

And the beaches of Palm Beach island are minutes across the bridge when you want sand.