Boca Raton

Like many destinations in southern Florida, Boca Raton is known for its year-round sunny skies and gorgeous beaches.

The highlight of Boca Raton is the stunning two-mile stretch of beach, complete with sparkling sand and turquoise waters.

Boca Raton is generally not crowded.

Downtown Boca Raton hovers around the Federal Highway and Palmetto Park Road intersection. There, you’ll find loads of restaurants, art galleries, and shops. The most popular downtown-esque area is with no doubt Mizner Park. There, you will find boutiques and restaurants, as well as the Boca Raton Museum of Art and the Mizner Park Amphitheater.

Boca Raton’s beaches are home to crystal clear water that is perfect for swimming. Add that to the fact that Boca Raton’s sunny shorelines rarely have crowds, and you’re in for a treat!

There are quite a few boardwalks in Boca Raton. Stroll along the Atlantic at Red Reef Park, keep an eye out for wildlife at the Daggerwing Nature Center, or walk through thriving greenery at the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center.

If you stick to downtown Boca Raton, the area is surprisingly walkable. But if you want to venture a little further out, you’ll likely need to have a car or make use of public transportation.

Boca Raton is a fantastic place to bring the whole family for a vacation. Spend all day soaking up the sun on the beach or venture into town for kid-friendly restaurants, parks, and hotels.

Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are both about 26 miles from Boca Raton.

There are two public transportation options in Boca Raton: Palm Tran and Tri-Rail. Palm Tran is a bus system that services all of Palm Beach County (and a bit beyond), including Boca Raton. Tri-Rail is a commuter rail line that runs all the way from Miami, through Boca Raton station, and to Riviera Beach.

For the best temperatures, head to Boca Raton in the winter. But for the best prices, book your trip for fall instead.

Boca Raton started as a small agricultural community in the early 1900s. Then, in 1925, architect Addison Mizner began designing a luxury resort in the area. Not long after, Boca Raton became an incorporated town, and it’s been growing ever since.

The best thing to do in Boca Raton, Florida is to go outside! Head to Red Reef Park for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and surfing. Or visit Gumbo Limbo Nature Center for nature walks and turtle visits. Alternatively, the Town Center at Boca Raton is the ideal destination for a rainy day.