It’s hard to avoid social media and the internet nowadays but there are still plenty of ways to connect with nature in Palm Beach County. Here’s some spots to hit when you feel like getting a breath of fresh air!

Green Cay Nature Center

Spanning 100 acres, Green Cay offers a 1.5 mile trail over wetlands to enjoy and learn more about the land Florida is built on. There is an indoor portion featuring a children’s corner and small tanks with a diverse collection of animals. Located in Boynton Beach, it’s a great place to relax and get some sun.

Gumbo Limbo

Located right past the intercoastal, you can find a beautiful butterfly garden, mangrove forest, and their three resident sea turtles. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the research local communities are putting into protecting coral reefs, and a cool last stop by the ocean if you spent a day by the beach. 

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

This is an amazing spot if you want to escape busy roads and loud environments. Morikami offers a beautiful trail to walk on and view Japanese Gardens as well as their current exhibit: Yōkai: Scenes of the Supernatural in Japanese Woodblock Prints, available until 30 August 2026. 

The Boca Aquarium

The Boca Aquarium is an easy escape from the heat after a hot day outside and offers an intimate view of the life that lives in our oceans. Open all year round, Mondays-Saturdays from 10am to 5pm, admission and parking are free, with electric vehicle chargers available, making it a perfect spot for a quick charge! Tours of these tropical tanks are available for those who want to learn more, and the average visit lasts 20-25 minutes. 

Be sure to check these spots out–the views are sunsational!

Written by Val