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Beaches & Boca Raton Insider’S Guide THE PALM BEACHES & BOCA RATON INSIDER’S GUIDE twitter.com/PalmBeachesFL Free iPhone App facebook.com/PalmBeachesFL youtube.com/PalmBeachCountyFL 1555 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Suite 800 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Tel: 800.554.7256 | Fax: 562.233.3009 PalmBeachFL.com/Guide PalmBeachFL.com/Guide INSIDER 01/12 V2 Discover Our Districts The Palm Beaches and Boca Raton are as diverse as the millions of people who visit us each year. What makes our destination truly special are the many distinctive districts, each with its own personality and appeal. Whatever you wish or plan to discover, you will find it here…starting with the Insider’s Guide. CityPlace, West Palm Beach CityPlace, West Palm Beach (G-6) A European-inspired, open-air piazza This beautiful outdoor shopping and entertainment center is inspired by the pedestrian-friendly piazzas of Italy. Here you will dine outdoors at one of over 22 great restaurants, catch a 3-D movie, stroll from shop to Worth Avenue, Palm Beach shop and happen upon live entertainment on the plaza or at The Harriett Himmel Theater. Savor a restorative cappuccino or sip a refreshing liba- Palm Beach (G-7) tion as you take in the gorgeous surroundings of a celebrated dancing World-renowned shopping amid outdoor vias fountain and its dazzling nightly water show choreographed to music. Many Restaurants participate in the Flavor Palm Beach during the month The island of Palm Beach is home to legendary resorts, exquisite man- of September. Film buffs will delight in the Palm Beach International Film sions and gardens, superb dining and many historic preservation land- Festival as many screenings and events are found here and throughout marks; retaining the refined elegance it did a century ago. The incom- The Palm Beaches. parable Worth Avenue shares the marquee with other famous shopping locales such as New York’s Madison Avenue and Beverly Hill’s Rodeo Drive. Lined with stately palm trees, Worth Avenue and nearby South Palm Beach County Convention Center, County Road bring together the world’s leading international fashion West Palm Beach brands, one-of-a kind art galleries, boutiques and jewelers. Food lovers are sure to delight in local al fresco dining or enjoy world-famous chefs in the epicurean event of the Palm Beach Food and Wine Festival. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach Convention & Entertainment District, West Palm Beach (G-6) Showcasing global events The state-of-the-art Palm Beach County Convention Center is home Clematis Street, West Palm Beach (G-6) to a collection of the world’s most highly-regarded art exhibitions and Year-round excitement with waterway views interesting array of annual events. Its elegant architecture lends well to The new, award-winning Downtown Waterfront Commons is the focal the prestigious American International Fine Art Fair, Palm Beach Jew- point of Clematis Street, West Palm Beach’s traditional main street. Alive elry Art & Antique Show, Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, and Art Palm with visitors enjoying the fountain, waterfront yacht harbor and pictur- Beach, featuring contemporary art, photography and design. The Dis- esque Lake Worth Lagoon views, Clematis Street is also home to a year- trict, which encompasses the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts and round calendar of entertaining events. These include SunFest - Florida’s CityPlace, is just across the street. All are conveniently located less than largest music, arts and waterfront festival, the Palm Beach International two miles from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI). For great enter- Boat Show, Palm Beaches Marathon Festival, FOTOFusion, a seasonal tainment, check out the Palm Beach Kennel Club and the World Series Saturday Green Market and Clematis by Night, a musical block party of Poker – an action-packed event on the Las Vegas National Champi- held every Thursday. onship circuit. Northwood Village, West Palm Beach (F-6) - the St. Louis Cardinals and Miami Marlins, and two year-round Florida Where urban art and emerging community meet State League teams. In historic Riverbend Park hikers, cyclists and kay- Northwood Village is West Palm Beach’s newest re-development suc- akers explore trails and waterways where Second Seminole Indian War cess story. Northwood Village is a mecca for urban art and entrepre- battles once waged. The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, the area’s oldest land- neurs looking to bring in their fresh and cutting-edge perspective. On mark, offers tours and breathtaking views of the inlet and Loxahachee the search for a scrumptious cupcake? A funky treasure from grandma’s River. Loggerhead Marinelife Center features one of the world’s largest attic? The culinary creativity of an emerging young chef? Experience it turtle rehabilitation centers. The area offers easy access and parking to here in Northwood Village. Abloom with vibrant bougainvillea, North- some of the best beaches anywhere. wood Road is the place to be every fourth Friday at the popular “Art and Wine Promenade,” where visitors stroll the street, wine in hand, visiting, chatting and discovering local artists and their latest work. Antique Row, West Palm Beach (H-6) The Southeast’s premier antique district Even if you’re not a celebrated collector or world-renowned interior de- signer, you will love the Antique Row charm. Spend a leisurely afternoon exploring the Row’s 45 shops, where you’ll find 17th to 20th century treasures, fine and decorative arts, art nouveau, deco, moderne and more. Architectural Digest, The New York Times and House Beautiful have called Antique Row one of the East Coast’s premier antique dis- tricts. Be sure to save time for a visit to the Norton Museum of Art, Street Painting Festival, Lake Worth internationally known for its distinguished permanent collection of avant- garde special exhibitions, lectures and educational programs. The Ann (I-6) Norton Sculpture Gardens offer a unique experience in the El Cid neigh- Lake Worth borhood, one of many historic neighborhoods in West Palm Beach. An eclectic bohemian retreat A diverse enclave, Lake Worth is a true haven for artists and free spirits. Built around a tree-shaded square on Lake and Lucerne Avenues, this Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens eclectic downtown boasts a colorful collection of boutiques, galleries, inventive culinary options and the historic Lake Worth Playhouse. Every February, the world-famous Street Painting Festival transforms down- town into a montage of masterpieces. The pavement becomes the can- vas on the street; lasting only until the next raindrop. The town’s annual Reggae Festival, Pridefest and Oktoberfest all further ensure the Lake Worth experience is truly one of cultural diversity. Boynton Beach (K-6) The rebirth of a district To herald a dramatic new beginning, the aptly named Renaissance Com- mons and adjacent Boynton Beach Mall create a vibrant streetscape. The welcoming design, stunning architecture and inviting scenery all lend to the mixed urbanism of shopping, dining and dwelling. Relax in true “Florida-style” with open-air dining, music and fun at one of the (D-5/6) Palm Beach Gardens traditional pier restaurants overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. While The gold standard in shopping and golf still continuing to preserve its many natural assets, such as lush orange Palm Beach Gardens is one of the most elegant shopping destinations groves, deep-sea fishing, 27 parks, and white-sand beaches, Boynton in the region, bringing together the largest gathering of global fashion Beach is also home to two beautiful nature centers - Green Cay and retailers. Shop the designer collections of Macy’s, Nordstrom, Bloom- Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. ingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, H&M, Louis Vuitton and the latest Apple Store release at the Gardens Mall. The upscale shops and open-air cen- Delray Beach (M-6) ters of Downtown at the Gardens, Legacy Place, PGA Commons and A thriving, trendy beach town Midtown all combine to make the ultimate destination for retail therapy. Delray Beach is a true hotspot and has made a speedy emergence With more than 40 manicured private and public golf courses, this area on the travel and nightlife scene. New York Times recently pointed out, boasts home to the annual Honda Classic, a premier championship “East Atlantic Avenue has brought in a new energy: creative, stylish PGA TOUR event - and a golfer’s dream come true. and yet attitude free.” Just off Atlantic Avenue, the Pineapple Grove art district is sure to appeal with its colorful blend of galleries, murals and Jupiter/Juno Beach (B-6) public art. Take in On the Ave, check out the annual International Tennis Hike, bike, kayak, play ball or turtle watch Championships, Delray Affair and Garlic Festival. When you find yourself At Abacoa Town Center enjoy sidewalk dining, weekly events and live needing some peace and serenity, head West where the Morikami Mu- concerts or take in the annual ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival. Roger Dean seum’s stunning Japanese Gardens and lakeside Asian café are sure to Stadium is home to two major Grapefruit League Spring Training teams restore your Zen. Equestrian Sports, Wellington Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach Wellington (H3 & I-2) On the world’s map for polo and equestrian Downtown, Boca Raton (O/P-6) Wellington is the epicenter of all things equine – an internationally recognized destination for polo and equestrian competition with It’s what happens in Boca a matchless social scene. Both the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival The jewels in the crown of this district - Mizner Park and adjacent Royal and International Polo Club Palm Beach host weekly competitions Palm Place feature beautifully landscaped town-gathering places and throughout “high season.” If shopping is your favorite sport, you one of South Florida’s finest cultural attractions - the Boca Museum of won’t be disappointed by The Mall at Wellington Green.
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