The allure of Boca Raton is undeniable, especially since it offers beaches, museums and attractions, food, and nightlife.
Boca Raton's eastern coast has two-miles of beaches, most notably including Red Reef Park and South Inlet Park. Red Reef Park is home to the Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex, an environmental education center which features sea tanks, a butterfly garden, a boardwalk trail with hammocks and an observation tower, as well as a research facility where students study sea wildlife, sea vegetation, and other marine-related subjects. South Inlet Park has picnic tables, pavilions and playgrounds, and a scenic jetty, South Beach is a common spot for swimming and surf-fishing, and Spanish River Beach is popular with the younger crowds.
There are also several public parks with amenities from amphitheaters and playgrounds to golf courses and nature centers. South County Regional Park, for example, includes the Osprey Point Golf Course, a dog park, the Sunset Cove Amphitheater, the Coconut Cove Waterpark, and the Daggerwing Nature Center. Sugar Sand Park is another popular location, especially for kids, home to the Children's Science Explorium, as well as a carousel, ball parks, and other attractions.
Boca Raton is a place with things to do all day and all night, indoors and out. By day, once might laze around the beach, swim or surf offshore, hop on a boat trip, or visit one of the local nature centers for an experience closer to the native wildlife culture. By night, see a show or movie, indulge in some of the local flavors, get lost amidst the shopping centers, or visit one of Boca's art galleries or museums. There are tours on land or by sea, escape rooms, spas, golf courses, sporting events, annual festivals, and more to entertain visitors of all kinds.
Museums and Attractions:
Boca Raton is well-known for its iconic museums and renowned landmarks. While most visitors focus on the beaches and outdoor activities in the area, there are also a surprising number of museums that you can visit. On a rainy day head to the Boca Raton Museum of Art or the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. Sports enthusiasts will like the Sports Immortals Museum and kids will want to check out the Children's Science Explorium.
Beaches:
Many adventurers arrive in Boca Raton to spend leisurely days at the beach. There's a two mile stretch of beautiful sandy beaches that are all monitored by lifeguards. The beaches offer all of the facilities that you might need such as picnic areas, restrooms, and showers. Many beaches are part of park land and some offer nice snorkeling. Some of the most popular beaches in the area include Spanish River Park, Bark Park Dog Beach, Red Reef Beach, and South Beach Park.
Shopping:
Make sure to check out the shopping here, as it's a fun experience. It's an upscale area, and you'll find no shortage of luxury shopping around town. Popular areas for shopping include Downtown Boca, Mizner Park, and the Town Center at Boca Raton.
Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Boca Raton. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:
- Boca Raton-Delray Beach 1-Hour Private Jet Ski Guided Tour for $165 details
- Delray Beach Food & Drinks Tour for $104 details
- Boca Raton on High Speed Train with Millionaire Home Boat Tour for $160 details