West Palm Beach vacation rentals

Visit West Palm Beach in vacation home rentals

Kiss that pesky northern weather goodbye, and fly south to sunny West Palm Beach. This tropical paradise is known for its charming residential neighborhoods and plenty of waterfront along the Lake Worth Lagoon, part of the 3,000-mile-long Intracoastal Waterway, while the sandy shores of Palm Beach are just a short drive away. With a West Palm Beach vacation rental, you'll be close to plenty of museums, performance venues, and other major attractions, and the city's home to a number of art and culture festivals throughout the year.

Tourist attractions near West Palm Beach vacation rentals

After you've had your fill of fun in the sun, you'll find lots to do in West Palm Beach. Culture vultures can catch concerts, plays, and other live entertainment at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Or you can visit the Norton Museum of Art, where you'll find more than 7,000 pieces ranging from traditional eastern art to contemporary works. Head on over to the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society and you'll get a chance to explore a 23-acre park that hosts almost 200 species of animals from all over the world.

Activities near West Palm Beach vacation homes

On the east side of town, the Lake Worth Lagoon offers plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, and kayaking. It's also a popular spot for bird-watching, and you can spot numerous local and migratory species, including ospreys, ibis, pelicans, and great blue herons. On nearby Peanut Island, you'll find 79 acres of campsites and walking trails, as well as a pier and a man-made reef that's popular with snorkelers. It's also home to the Detachment Hotel, a Cold War-era blast shelter built for President John F. Kennedy in 1960.

Local weather for your stay in West Palm Beach vacation homes

West Palm Beach has a tropical rainforest climate, which translates to just 2 general seasons—wet and dry. The wet season occurs between May and October, with highs regularly climbing into the 90s, and generous rainfall in the form of seasonal storms. The rest of the year is the dry season. It's cooler, too, and average highs typically hover around the mid 70s during this time of year. A popular destination all year round, you'll find that prices for West Palm beach vacation rentals tend not to change much from one season to the next.

Marsh to your own beat in West Palm Beach

The city of West Palm Beach is largely suburban, with a number of residential areas interspersed with parks and open space. It's separated from Palm Beach by the Lake Worth Lagoon, a diverse ecosystem that includes salt marshes, mudflats, and mangrove forests. The lagoon also provides habitat for oysters, octopuses, and barracuda, as well as a number of wading and migratory birds. A short drive from your West Palm Beach vacation rental, Peanut Island boasts a man-made reef that's home to several species of fish and other marine life.

Transportation options to and around West Palm Beach

Fly into Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI), the closest airport, located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Boca Raton, FL (BCT), which is 23.2 mi (37.4 km) away.

If you're traveling by train, Brightline West Palm Beach Station, West Palm Beach Station and Mangonia Park Station are the main stations in the city.

Family attractions near West Palm Beach vacation rentals

Kids will love the interesting wildlife attractions and fun-filled amusements in West Palm Beach. Vacation rentals are available near places like Rapids Water Park, an outdoor water park with slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river, and the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, a science museum with a planetarium, fresh- and saltwater aquariums, and interactive exhibits. Kids will also like Municipal Beach, a low-key beach with calm waters and nearby shops and restaurants.

Romantic vacation homes in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach has an array of couple’s attractions to explore on a romantic trip. Vacation rentals are available near places like the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, a grand Edwardian-style mansion with antique furnishings and artwork from the Gilded Age, and Norton Museum of Art, a museum with displays of American, French, and Chinese artwork. You could also visit Worth Avenue, an upscale shopping district with designer shops and hip restaurants.