Boca Raton has exceptional attractions, shopping, fantastic events, and beaches. From luxurious spas to outstanding events, here are 10 things to do in Boca Raton that keep you coming back for more.

It’s not just about the beach in Boca Raton. Discover a one-of-a-kind balance of natural beauty and cultural attractions, exciting events, and slow-paced, sun-kissed leisure. Relaxation should be at the top of every itinerary in Boca Raton (“Boca” for short). Soak up Old World elegance at the historic The Boca Raton, a sprawling pink palace where you can pass your days lounging in the shade of a beach umbrella, recharging at a world-class spa, and dining on some of the finest cuisine in South Florida.

When visiting Boca, plan to go home with more than you brought. High-end department stores and big-name brands are the specialty of Town Center at Boca Raton, while downtown and Mizner Park offer a variety of designer labels and splurge-worthy local boutiques. Here, you’ll also find the Boca Raton Museum of Art at Mizner Park and breezy Mizner Park Amphitheater, which is the backdrop for many of Boca’s best concerts and events – from food festivals and farmers markets to the dazzling Festival of the Arts BOCA.

If you love being caught up in the pageantry of college football bowl games – from tailgates to marching bands to touchdown passes, make plans for the RoofClaim.com Boca Raton Bowl at FAU Stadium. The matchup includes teams from Mid-American Conference, Conference USA, or American Athletic Conference.

Take a walk on Boca’s wild side at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, where you’ll learn about local marine life and even pay a visit to rehabilitating sea turtles. Follow it up with a family picnic at Spanish River Park or other beautiful Boca Raton beaches.   Boca is also a golf paradise. Red Reef Park, an executive course perched between the Intracoastal Waterway and the ocean, offers sweeping views from every hole. Or, play with the pros at one of the outstanding championship courses in cities near Boca Raton.