8 Things to Do in Palm Beach, Florida Any Time of Year

Palm Beach is celebrated worldwide for its beautiful beaches and upscale atmosphere. Snowbirds fly south for the winter to soak up its sunshine, beach-lovers flock to its white sands and the monied elite flash their cash along Worth Avenue. No matter the season, the scene is always buzzing. Plan your trip to this ritzy barrier island (not to be confused with sibling city West Palm Beach), where you can enjoy these 8 things to do any time of year.

1. Bike around town

With near perfect year-round weather, biking is the ideal mode of transportation in this skinny South Florida city. If your hotel doesn’t provide wheels, there are plenty of bike rental shops around town. Lake Trail is the best paved bike path and will take you past 6 miles of gorgeous estates, charming street corners, and stunning ocean vistas.

2. Go for a swim

The waters off Palm Beach are some of the prettiest shades of blues and greens you’ll find in the mainland US. Venture into the Atlantic Ocean for a swim, any time of year. Sure, in the winter you may find the waters a bit chillier than bath water, but there’s nothing like the feeling of rejuvenating salt water on your skin.

3. Relax at the spa

No trip to Palm Beach is complete without some relaxation, and Eau Spa at Eau Palm Beach is one of the finest spas in the country. The sprawling 42,000 square foot space is the definition of luxury. After a signature treatment with one of their talented massage therapists, head outside. Eau Spa’s epic co-ed relaxation area has ample space to unwind, from chairs and couches to colorful swings hanging above the shallow pool.

4. Shop along Worth Avenue

Think of Worth Avenue the way you think of famed Rodeo Drive. It’s one of the fanciest stretches of shopping in the country, and even if you’re just window shopping, you should still enjoy the stroll. Stores like Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Gucci mean you can certainly pick up a pricey souvenir or two. For a little less dough, head to C J Laing and pick up some beach accessories or a fun swimsuit coverup.

5. Have an amazing meal (or two)

With seafood as the focus, there’s no shortage of amazing restaurants in Palm Beach, so you’re guaranteed to eat well on your visit. Crowd favorites are Buccan (get the Italian beef!), Seafood Bar, and Avocado Grill. With such mild weather in the winter, you can even sit outside and enjoy al fresco dining in December.

6. Ogle the gorgeous estates

Some of the most expensive real estate in the country lies right in Palm Beach. You could easily spend a day walking, biking or driving past the homes of the rich and famous. The most expensive of the bunch sits at 1071 North Ocean Boulevard, which boasts an 8-car garage and 33,000 square feet of pure opulence. It’s listed at $84.5 million dollars, so on your way home be sure to buy a lottery ticket!

7. Bask in the sun

There’s just about nothing that a little vitamin D can’t cure, particularly the winter blues. January temperatures can soar to the low-70s and then the summer sunshine warms things up into the 80s. With weather like that, you can bask in the Florida sunshine, work on your tan, and enjoying the outside any time of year… it is the Sunshine State after all. Try catching rays at the adults-only pool at Eau Palm Beach.

8. Sip sunset cocktails at The Breakers

The iconic Breakers Palm Beach is a must visit while you’re in the area. While the pool and beach are for hotel guests only, anyone can pop into Seafood Bar to enjoy the sunset with a cold cocktail in hand. Enjoy a Peach on the Beach while you listen to the waves just steps away and watch the sky turn those gorgeous cotton candy colors that only a Florida sunset can offer.

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