A mecca for those who love to swing a golf club and pack shopping bags with top merchandise, Palm Beach Gardens is a world-renowned destination replete with luxury resort golf courses and a mammoth selection of top-tier shopping venues. But Palm Beach Gardens can be so much more. Just a 19-minute drive from the water and nestled among some of Florida’s best wetlands, Palm Beach Gardens offers an oasis for beach seekers and nature lovers as well. If you want to experience this impressive town for yourself scroll down to discover a fabulous list of the best things to do in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
1. Sail the scenic intercoastal waterways with Lacuna Tours' luxury boats
Lacuna Tours’ luxury boats offer a splendid time on the water. Explore the area’s dramatic waterways on board a fabulous and fast Hurricane deck boat that easily seats up to eight people comfortably. See famed Jupiter Island and Peanut Island, an 80-acre (32.3-hectare) tropical park. The atmosphere is laid-back and Lacuna Tours provides a satisfying snack menu along with refreshing beverages. For the best in custom private boat tours, you can’t miss a ride aboard Lacuna Tours.
Lacuna Tours
Address: 2385 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: Lacuna Tours
Opening hours: 9am - 7pm (daily)
2. Have a pint in the quirky ambiance of Twisted Trunk Brewing
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Housed in a contemporary industrial setting, Twisted Trunk Brewing is a craft brewery offering tasty suds in an off-the-wall atmosphere. The taproom boasts a long bar fashioned from 100-year-old elm wood and soft leather sofas. Upping the craziness factor are men’s room urinals made from beer kegs! Pints to sample are the Steam Horse Lager, The Chancellor, or the cleverly coined IPGA - an IPA honoring Palm Beach Gardens’ dominant golf culture.
Twisted Trunk Brewing
Address: 2000 PGA Boulevard #5506, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33408
Website: Twisted Trunk Brewing
Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 1pm - 11pm; Sat - Sun: 12pm - 11pm (closed on Mon)
3. Explore the shopping mecca of The Gardens Mall
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Craving a retail fix? Well, head to The Gardens Mall where it’s sure to feel like heaven to many shopping fanatics. A humongous polished and opulent shopping center, The Gardens Mall offers over 160 high-end specialty shops and department stores that include Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, and Nordstroms, just to name a few. You can be certain designer labels are plentiful at The Gardens Mall.
The Gardens Mall
Address: 3101 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: The Gardens Mall
Opening hours: Sun: 12pm - 6pm; Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm
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4. Golf on the rolling greens of the PGA National Golf Club
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Easily nirvana for die-hard golfers, the PGA National Golf Club boasts five championship golf courses that are as challenging and exciting as they are mesmerizing and beautiful. A course called The Champion ranks as one of the most arduous in Florida offering a difficult three-hole stretch known as The Bear Trap. PGA National Golf Club hosts many notable tournaments such as the Honda Classic, a premier event on the PGA Tour.
PGA National Golf Club
Address: 400 Ave of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Website: PGA National Golf Club
Opening hours: 6am - 9pm (daily)
5. Feast on local fish at the Ironwood Steak & Seafood Restaurant
Located at the lavish PGA National Resort, Ironwood Steak & Seafood Restaurant could have no better setting. This glossy restaurant is a coveted spot to dine in Palm Beach Gardens. Nearby waters ensure the catch of the day is fresh. Savor every fish dish from barbecue glazed salmon to blackened red snapper. Ironwood Steak & Seafood Restaurant also offers a lobster ravioli appetizer that’s delectable and the ideal way to begin a meal.
Ironwood Steak & Seafood Restaurant
Address: 400 Ave of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Website: Ironwood Steak & Seafood Restaurant
Opening hours: 6pm - 10pm (daily)
6. Browse the specialty stores of PGA Commons
PGA Commons offers a delightful shopping experience. PGA Commons provides a wonderful blend of prominent restaurants, posh stores, fine art galleries, and more. But it’s the specialty shops and services at PGA Commons that really stand out. Browse stunning glass sculptures by local artists at Studio E Gallery. Flaunt a fabulous new hairstyle along with a kick-ass new color from the Blowtox salon. Get your toenails sandal-season ready at Polished Nail Spa.
PGA Commons
Address: 5100 PGA Blvd, Ste 209 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418
Website: PGA Commons
Opening hours: Sun: 11:30am - 11pm; Mon - Thur: 10am - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 11pm
7. Enjoy a graceful dance production from Ballet Palm Beach
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Ballet Palm Beach features an expert ballet company that’s an absolute joy. Staging classics like the holiday favorite The Nutcracker and original full-length ballets such as Gatsby - based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s acclaimed novel - places Ballet Palm Beach at the center of the community’s cultural landscape. In addition to its ballet productions, Ballet Palm Beach focuses on numerous outreach programs: ballet classes for the next generation of dancers.
Ballet Palm Beach
Address: 10357 Ironwood Rd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: Ballet Palm Beach
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 10am - 4pm (closed on Sat & Sun)
Price: 30 - 45 USD
8. Get local greens and dips at The Gardens GreenMarket
A combination of fresh produce shopping and lively community event, the open-air farmers market The Gardens GreenMarket is the ideal way to spend a Sunday morning. Along with soaking up the local atmosphere, visitors to The Gardens GreenMarket can sample or purchase some of the freshest fruits and vegetables in an array of bright colors. Also on hand are homemade bread, fresh donuts, sweet pies, fine cheeses, savory sauces, and handcrafted goods.
The Gardens GreenMarket
Address: 10500 N Military Trl, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: The Gardens GreenMarket
Opening hours: Sun: 8am - 1pm (closed Mon - Sat)
9. Let your kids have a whirl on The Downtown Carousel
The Downtown Carousel opened in 2010 and has been putting smiles on kids’ faces ever since. A menagerie of colorful hand-carved wooden figures comprises The Downtown Carousel. Children can ride everything from traditional horses to creatures representative of Florida’s marine life such as alligators, dolphins, and pelicans. Arrive on a Wednesday from 11am to 1pm and your little one can ride free.
The Downtown Carousel
Address: 4101 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: The Downtown Carousel
Opening hours: Sun - Thur: 10am - 8pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 9:30pm
Price: 2 USD
10. Hike in the peaceful Frenchman's Forest Natural Area
Showcasing seven different habitats, the diverse terrain of Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area offers the perfect place to enjoy a tranquil hike. Covering 172 acres (69.6 hectares) of natural beauty, Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area features a waterway lined with mangroves and a boardwalk that snakes through an enticing cypress swamp. Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area provides up to 2.9 miles (4.66 kilometers) of scenic hiking trails to enjoy and explore.
Frenchman's Forest Natural Area
Address: 12201 Prosperity Farms Rd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area
Opening hours: 8am - 7pm (daily)
Price: Free
11. Admire abstract and modern art at the Onessimo Fine Art Gallery
For diehard art lovers or just the casual observer, Onessimo Fine Art Gallery is a top spot to see a dazzling display of modern and abstract artwork that will inspire you. Situated in the PGA Commons East, guests are able to ponder the beauty of Onessimo Fine Art Gallery’s collection of paintings, prints, glass and bronze sculptures in a lovely gallery setting. Pieces of note are the whimsical paintings of Mackenzie Thorpe and the stunning glassworks of Daniel Lotton.
Onessimo Fine Art Gallery
Address: 4530 PGA Boulevard #101, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Website: Onessimo Fine Art Gallery
Opening hours: Sun: 12pm - 6pm; Mon - Wed: 10am - 7pm; Thur - Sat: 10am - 9pm
12. Hit the basketball nets at Mirasol Park
Surrounded by plenty of tall trees and green grass, the recently renovated Mirasol Park is an expansive public park that’s maintained with great care. A pleasant spot to shoot some hoops on a sunny afternoon, Mirasol Park offers a large section of basketball courts in top-notch condition and is divided into youth and adult basketball courts. When looking for a place to hone your jump shot skills, Mirasol Park is definitely above average.
Mirasol Park
Address: 12385 Jog Rd Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Website: Mirasol Park
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7am - 10pm; Sat - Sun: 7am - 8pm
Price: Free
13. Get your dose of family entertainment at Eissey Campus Theatre
Introduce your little ones to compelling and fun cultural action at the Eissey Campus Theatre. Saturday mornings are set aside for families at the Eissey Campus Theatre, presenting live productions of beloved children’s classics like Aladdin and the Magic Lamp and original plays such as Madeline and the Bad Hat based on every kids’ favorite Parisian gal Madeline. All performances are appropriate for children 3 to 10 years of age.
Eissey Campus Theatre
Address: 11051 Campus Dr, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: Eissey Campus Theatre
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 10am - 5pm
Price: 15 - 20 USD
14. Swim some laps at the extensive City of Palm Beach Gardens Aquatic Complex
The City of Palm Beach Gardens Aquatic Complex is an award-winning facility offering vigorous water activities. Swimmers can enjoy laps in the huge sparkling 25-yard (22.8-meter) lap pool that’s professionally maintained. The pool has a diving board so you can practice your pike position. There’s also a 12-foot (3.65-meter) dive well for thrilling scuba-diving action and synchronized swimming. A myriad of other attractions like water slides and a fun splash town area can be found at City of Palm Beach Gardens Aquatic Complex.
City of Palm Beach Gardens Aquatic Complex
Address: 4404 Burns Rd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Website: City of Palm Beach Gardens Aquatic Complex
Opening hours: 12pm - 4:30pm (daily)
Price: 3.50 - 7 USD
15. Spot wetland wildlife in the beautiful Karen T. Marcus Sandhill Crane Access Park
At Karen T. Marcus Sandhill Crane Access Park there’s no shortage of intriguing wildlife and gorgeous sunsets. A handy nature observation tower allows easy access to view much of Karen T. Marcus Sandhill Crane Access Park’s natural beauty. This park is equipped with picnic tables, scenic multi-use trails, boat ramp, and more. Visit this park and you’re sure to see graceful blue heron and a multitude of other species native to Florida’s alluring wetlands.
Karen T. Marcus Sandhill Crane Access Park
Address: 8175 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Website: Karen T. Marcus Sandhill Crane Access Park
Opening hours: 6am - 6:30pm (daily)
Price: Free
16. Bike along the grassy Bluegill Trail
Hop on your bike and take the Bluegill Trail for an intimate way to experience Palm Beach Gardens’ unique natural landscape. This 9-mile (14.4-kilometer) multi-purpose trail features not only biking but hiking, canoeing, and a stellar area for spotting various wildlife. Cyclists have access to four preserved conservation lands and expert visitors facilities. There’s also a great pedestrian bridge.
Bluegill Trail
Address: 26.8513° N, 80.1704° W
Website: Bluegill Trail
Opening hours: Sunrise to sunset
Price: Free
Pretty Palm Beach Gardens
With a past landscape that involved primarily dense pine forests and marshy swampland, Palm Beach Gardens today has blossomed into a great travel destination filled with sights and attractions no tourist could resist. Make plans to visit Palm Beach Gardens and your Florida adventure can only mean sensational memories!
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