Henry Morrison Flagler Museum -- it's truly one of my favorite museums…read more The building itself is breathtaking. The atmosphere feels grand and almost surreal -- high ceilings, intricate hand-crafted details, beautiful paintings, and original interiors that have been preserved so carefully. Walking through the rooms feels like stepping back in time. The closets, bathrooms, and living spaces are all still there, untouched, which makes the experience even more special. One detail that really surprised me was the shoes -- they were incredibly tiny, almost like doll shoes. It's amazing to see how different things were back then. On my recent visit, I noticed they opened a new section on the second floor that I hadn't seen before. It's a mix of contemporary art and historical fashion elements -- including clothing details, vintage shoe boxes, and personal items from the original residents. I especially loved the miniature handbags and a wall art piece featuring delicate gloves -- so small, elegant, and made from very fine leather. There are so many unique details to take in. There's also a gift shop on the first floor with a great selection -- we even picked up a Monopoly game themed around the museum, which was such a fun find. They also have books, coloring items, posters, jewelry, accessories, and even small unique souvenirs -- something for everyone. Another highlight is the separate glass building . They recently opened a café there that serves breakfast on weekends. The view is stunning -- overlooking the water with the historic train nearby. The space is bright, clean and very peaceful. The only inconvenience I experienced was when my kids were younger -- strollers are not allowed inside, so keep that in mind if you're visiting with small children. Luckily, I had a baby sling with me, which helped a lot.

Spent the day here as part of our anniversary celebration and it was a bit of a mixed bag…read more - The museum / estate tour was great. Learning about the history of the game and the grounds was good, and our charming docent was a wealth of knowledge which made it even better. - The staff and servers were all very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. - But... - The "high tea" designed to replicate a luncheon of the gilded age failed to live up to expectations. * I understand it's "tea" and not an AYCE buffet but when you pay almost $100 per person, you should reasonably assume you won't be leaving hungry. Au Contraire! * 2 finger sandwiches and mini tarts per person, plus 1/2 a deviled egg? My daughter's tea parties have more food than this... Plan on stopping for lunch after you eat here.

Great spot to visit and take out of town family too…read more Interesting history of the area and the construction of the lighthouse. The staff was very helpful sharing insights and history. We enjoyed the visit and will take others that visit us.

Beautiful lighthouse with a fascinating history. The staff do a great job, both in the museum and…read moreat the top of the lighthouse. The guide at the top knows a lot of history and is more than willing to take your photo. The view from the top is stunning. I like that there are resting spots as you climb that you can rest and look out. The authentic Seminole Chickee Hut was a nice shady spot to talk with other guests. The admission is reasonable, and it all goes to restoration and staffing. I passed this lighthouse so many times when I was growing up, so it was a thrill to visit and and climb. There is a stunning banyan tree that is very impressive. There is also a dock where you can watch the passing boat traffic. We happened to see a pair of Manatees, which was a real plus.

This garden area is free which is hard to come by these days, and offers a bunch of different…read moretables or secluded spaces to read a book or have lunch during a workday. It looks like they sometimes host events here based on the people I see and the scupltures are very cool. Community groups like this who all maintain a nice area for the public are becoming increasingly important, and the balance here was just right. It wasn't overloaded with things yet there were pleasant surprises around each corner. Will definitely be back!

This place deserves 5 starts but unfortunately the staff really take away from the entire…read moreexperience. Parking is listed as free if you use the amenities of the four arts, museums, gardens, library etc. According to my visit today it's "private" or only available for an hour. I've been here two days previously to read in the sculpture garden and stayed far longer than an hour without any issues. Yesterday I also had to uncomfortably witness their security staff yelling while on a person call in the gardens. I guess if you're rich and tip the parking attendant (it's self park so this shouldn't be necessary) you can park without an issue. Very off putting experience.

I remember the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center fondly from my childhood, and it's good to see…read morethat they've expanded on their property for a nice little afternoon outing. Admission is $20 for adults, with child and military discounting. There's a lot of outdoor walking space around the main lake/lagoon where you can see the nurse sharks and sea turtles amongst the many other fish there. The weather was really nice the day we went, so we took a stroll through the nature trails. They are mostly boardwalk trails with a few covered stops with benches. The main trail is a 1 mile loop but there is also a 1/3 mile loop that is good for kids. The main trail will take you to the Indian River Lagoon for some nice storefront views! The main building has some cool artwork made of reclaimed beach litter that makes you really think about proper waste disposal. There's also a few tanks with cool fish and such to see. The entire center has a few different spaces for bathrooms that are easy to access. I'd recommend coming here for a nice day in the fresh air and sunshine to enjoy the flora and fauna of Florida!

Really nice place to understand marine life and see some. Kids would love the place. Starts off…read morewith stingray petting tank cool even if you have done it before. Then the starfish area. Each leg has something different to see and handle. Then we went inside the building and checked out the tanks and all interactive things. Walked up to 3rd for nice view of the place and back down to watch the feedings. There is talk about stingrays but no food. Next they feed the fish in the huge open air aquarium. Nurse sharks, rays, jacks, and lots more. The feeding was interesting as was the talk after about pollution and algae. Next off the green sea turtles feeding. They were having romaine lettuce. They put colored pole with a shape that each knows. They swim over bump the Pole and get fed. These had boat injuries so they would never be in the wild. Again another talk about them while they are being feed. Good for adults and great for kids. Highly recommended.

Great museum even with ongoing renovations Bring your own…read morefood/snacks as there are 0 options

This place is pretty small and undergoing renovations as mentioned in other reviews. I only went…read morebecause I am part of the passport program through a different science center membership so entry was free for me and a guest. What is cool for adults: flight simulator, observatory, fish tanks We spent 2 hours here. Mostly things are for kids but I loved the above, I also liked walking outside and seeing the animatronic dinosaurs that was pretty cool. The observatory was awesome, the woman who was working was kind enough to re open the telescope after she closed it for the day. We came for the last showing. We got to see the sun and the sun spots. So unique to use a telescope during the day. The flight simulator was awesome too, never seen that at a science museum before. They dumbed down the controls but it was still fun to steer. And I landed the plane successfully!

My favorite Japanese garden in Delray Beach. It's perfect…read morefor a one-hour walk, and time really flies because it's so beautiful and peaceful. I go there with my daughter, and it's perfect for kids. I love that it has plenty of parking, a small restaurant, and reasonable ticket prices. The gardens are very serene, with beautiful paths, koi ponds, and a calming atmosphere that feels like a little escape into Japan right in Florida.

We came here on Mother's Day -- a Sunday in May. As you can imagine, it was quite busy. So busy, in…read morefact, that we only saw a peak at the inside museum and a quick visit to the gift shop. We spent our time visiting the Japanese gardens. It was excruciatingly hot the day we visited. We were glad for the frequent benches to stop and rest. We enjoyed the beauty of the various gardens. Especially liked the bamboo grove as my husband got to explain to a few folks a bit about bamboo and the ingenuity of his grandfather using bamboo on his farm in Georgia as irrigation conduits. The sign saying don't carve the bamboo next to a carved stalk was ironic... In addition to the various plant gardens, there were the rock gardens, the waterfalls, and the pine forest. Liked seeing the koi fish and turtles. Another highlight was the bonsai exhibit. Throughout the winding path, there were stone lanterns and small wooden huts. At the entrance to the area with the original 1977 museum is a laughing Buddha statue of Hotei, the god of happiness. Smaller than expected, you might miss it the first time you pass by. As a caveat, prepare for lots of walking. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or carry a parasol, sunglasses. They have a couple areas with steps, but there is an alternative "easier" path for strollers or handicapped. And if possible, come when it's cooler. I'm glad we walked the entire perimeter. But for someone very much out of shape, I know I'll be feeling my achy muscles. I'm glad we got this brief glimpse into the history and culture of the Japanese in South Florida. It's one of the most distinctive tourist attractions in our area.

The Loxahatchee River Center is located in Burt Reynolds Park. According to their website "The…read moremission of the River Center is to foster a sense of environmental stewardship for the Loxahatchee River's diverse watershed with quality education programs, exhibits and meaningful events." This small eco museum is dedicated to educating the public about the Loxahatchee River which is home to many endangered and threatened animals like woodstorks and manatees. Along the banks of the river it is common to see alligators, turtles, river otters, deer, raccoon, turkey, bald eagles, owls, heron, ibis, egrets, gopher tortoise, osprey, storks, scrub jay and many other species. Some of the more common types of fish in the river include bass, panfish, mullet, snook, tarpon, redfish and jacks. The Loxahatchee River flows through a 260 square mile ecosystem that includes the communities of Jupiter, Tequesta, Juno Beach, Jupiter Island, Jupiter Inlet Colony, Jupiter Farms, Hobe Sound and Palm Beach Gardens. After gently flowing through freshwater creeks and down into a brackish estuary, the river enters the Jupiter Inlet before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. In 1985 the Loxahatchee River was federally designated a wild and scenic river, one of only two such designated rivers in Florida. if you are interested in exploring the river more closely, kayaks and canoes can be rented at Riverbend Park. This small free museum is set up in a circle. On the outside of the building is a timeline of Jupiter history starting with 6000-5000 BC when the Loxahatchee River watershed was formed. Inside you will see interpretative signs about Jupiter shark explorations, where the drinking water comes from and goes, and how to balance water use. While the museum is geared toward children I enjoyed all of the aquariums containing the fish and turtles you would find in the river along with some saltwater tanks. They also have a touch tank that you can explore with a staff member. In addition to the museum the Loxahatchee River Center offers various classes and programs throughout the year. A full list of events can be found on their website. If you have a few minutes to spare in Jupiter it is well worth stopping here to learn about the river that is so important to the ecosystem health of this area.

Outstanding in every way. They have a fantastic education…read morecenter. They have classes for local and state learning issues. They have a fun archery course that would be great for everyone to try. The staff is fantastic. Everyone loves this local gem.

This is an interesting place to visit... a great place to bring kids. The manatees like the warm…read morewaters near the Power Plant next door, so they naturally congregate there. This is an educational center and a place to view the manatees. Sign up for the tour... its helps educate everyone about manatees... I didn't really know much about them. The children in the crowd were engaged. A very laid-back place. On a nice day, nice just taking a chair and hanging out outside.

Manatee Lagoon can be hit or miss when it comes to seeing Manatees as there are no guarantees…read more Unfortunately we didn't see any Manatees upon our visit, however I can definitely see why is place can be an amazing attraction when they are around. Free parking and a free educational day as you visit the welcome center learning all things Manatee and sea life. Enjoy the knowledge, the mini aquariums with exotic fishes, interactive games and browse through their cute gift shop. Stepping outside, the lagoon can be hit or miss. Our visit we were only able to see a bunch of barracuda's hanging around and a sting ray. They offer a lovely park area with some picnic tables to relax for you to enjoy the beautiful scenic inter-coastal/ lagoon.

Great selection of art to browse. One of my favorite galleries in WPB due to the location and fresh…read moreselection of artwork always on rotation.

MAC Art Gallery is a beautiful gallery with knowledgeable staff. Whether a seasoned collector or…read morenew to purchasing art, staff at the gallery can find the right art to enhance your living space and add value to your art collection.

Located at the intracoastal entrance and has a nice estuary backed up to the pier. There's a…read morebathroom and plenty of parking there. Plenty of fish and critters in the tide pools.

This marker can be accessed at Jupiter Beach Park. It was installed at the Jupiter inlet on April…read more2, 2013 to honor all of the sailors who passed through the inlet. During the 17th century many Spanish galleons and merchant ships wrecked off the coast leaving behind a trove of gold, silver, cannons, anchors, flatware and navigational tools. The riches they left behind gave this section of Florida the name Treasure Coast. One of most well known ships was the San Miguel Arcangel which is thought to have sunk off the Jupiter coast in 1659 or 1660 while trying to enter the inlet during a storm. The ship was an aviso which carried letters to the Spanish court as well as treasure. The wreck was discovered by town lifeguard Peter Leo in 1987. He discovered the cannons in the sand while swimming, Silver and gold coins, flatware, musket and cannon balls, and a copper pot were eventually recovered. Six of the cannons still remain where they lay. Jupiter hopes that by setting up this marker along with others in Jupiter, people can learn more about the history of this area. Across from this marker is an anchor and cannons are in front of the nearby historic Dubois House. You can learn more about the area shipwrecks at the Jupiter Lighthouse Museum. A local restaurant on Dixie Hwy, the Shipwreck Bar and Grill is decorated to pay homage to the sunken Spanish Galleons and their spilled treasure off the coast.