Boca Raton

Located in Mizner Park, the Boca Raton Musuem of Art features more than 4,500 works. — U.S. News & World Report

A 200-acre cultural and recreational facility heralding the Yamato Colony of Japanese farmers that settled here in the early 20th century. — Fodor's

Since Boca lacks a cohesive downtown, Mizner Park generally serves as the city's center. — Lonely Planet

Daggerwing Nature Center's elevated boardwalk takes you on a relaxing journey through a swamp. — Afar Magazine

The ocean with its namesake reef that you can wade up to is just one draw. — Fodor's

Spanish River Park, also known as "Boca Raton's Lagoon," is named for a stream that once flowed along the western side of the park. — U.S. News & World Report

Perched high up on a dune, a large open-air pavilion at the east end of Palmetto Park Road offers a panoramic view of what's in store below on the sand that stretches up the coast. — Fodor's

Under the shimmering golden dome of the city's original town hall is a vital repository of archival material and special exhibits on the area's development, run by the Boca Raton Historical Society. — Fodor's

Quiet and green, this has the opposite vibe of the main beach a few miles up...best for: solitude; swimming; walking. — Fodor's

An outdoor tank holds nurse sharks. The house, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, offers displays on sea creatures and a gift shop. There's also a butterfly garden. — Where