Holidays in Boca Raton

Situated on the eastern coast of Florida, the town of Boca Raton offers beaches, water parks, theatres, museums and galleries. A popular destination for families, couples and singles alike, Boca Raton is in the heart of Florida's Gold Coast, known for its pristine and wide beaches.

Boca Raton Holidays: Travel Essentials

Many travellers arrive via Fort Lauderdale or Palm Beach international airports, both under an hour´s drive. Boca Raton holidays may also be reached using the area´s commuter rail system which links Boca Raton with West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. Once in Boca Raton, set your clock to GMT-5 and hitch a ride aboard the local buses to get around. As it has a tropical rainforest climate, Boca Raton holidays offers plenty of sunshine, but visitors should also expect some rain and plan accordingly.

The Boca Raton Coast

Boca Raton´s beaches stretch over two miles. Its pristine beachs includes three parks along the shoreline, including the Red Reef Park, a 67-acre ocean-front park which has grills and tables for picnics. Offshore, there are unique reef outcroppings ideal for snorkelling. The Spanish River Park has a meandering stream bend, and nature trails flourishing with flowers, plants and trees. Note that smoking and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on this beach.

Boca Raton: Beyond the beach

For culture buffs, check out the Minzer Park complex in Boca Raton. The complex hosts the Boca Raton Museum of Art which houses contemporary European and American paintings and sculptures. The Mizner Park Amphitheatre offers a variety of concerts with a range of musical genres such as country and jazz. For movies, the Cinemark Palace 20 is a theatre showing 3D films, and includes the Bogart's Bar and Grille restaurant which serves sumptuous steaks, burgers, salads and wines. Step up the adventure and dare yourself at the Coconut Cove Waterpark, where there are 220-foot water slides waiting to be conquered!