Travel guide

Best Day Trips from Lake Worth Beach in Palm Beach County

By the Palm Beach Lake Worth editorial team Last updated October 31, 2026

Lake Worth Lagoon and the Palm Beach waterfront

The best day trips from Lake Worth Beach are Palm Beach (Worth Avenue and the Flagler Museum, 15 minutes), West Palm Beach (Norton Museum and Clematis Street, 15–20 minutes), Delray Beach (Atlantic Avenue, 25 minutes), Lion Country Safari (35–40 minutes), Peanut Island (30 minutes plus a water taxi) and Jupiter (40 minutes).

Palm Beach: luxury and history

Drive A1A north past oceanfront estates to Worth Avenue for shopping, then tour Henry Flagler's Gilded Age mansion at the Flagler Museum.

West Palm Beach: museums and nightlife

Visit the Norton Museum of Art, catch a show at the Kravis Center, and end the night on Clematis Street.

Delray Beach and Boca Raton

Spend a beach day in Delray and stroll Atlantic Avenue, or visit the Morikami Japanese Gardens. Further south, Boca Raton offers Mizner Park and Town Center.

Lion Country Safari

Drive your own car past lions, giraffes and rhinos at this drive-through safari park in Loxahatchee — a top family pick.

Peanut Island and Jupiter

Take a water taxi to Peanut Island for snorkeling, or head to Jupiter to climb the historic lighthouse.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a car to visit Palm Beach County from Lake Worth Beach?

A car is easiest for most day trips. Tri-Rail connects Lake Worth Beach with West Palm Beach, Delray Beach and Boca Raton for car-free trips.

About the author

The Palm Beach Lake Worth editorial team covers Lake Worth Beach and Palm Beach County — restaurants, events, beaches and culture — and updates guides regularly.