Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

West Palm Beach travel guide

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With a population of 99,919, West Palm Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in West Palm Beach to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in West Palm Beach

Downtown is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in West Palm Beach. These include popular favourites such as Fern (501 Fern St Ste 104), Il Bellagio (600 South Rosemary Avenue) and Estiatorio Milos - West Palm Beach (170 Lakeview Ave). If you’re looking for affordable options, Pistache French Bistro (101 N. Clematis Street) and HIVE Bakery & Cafe (1603 S Dixie Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel
West Palm Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to West Palm Beach in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °C, with an average temperature of 19 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 213 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in West Palm Beach, with an average rainfall of 71 mm.

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How to Get to West Palm Beach

Plane

When flying to West Palm Beach, you’ll arrive at Palm Beach Intl Airport (PBI), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to West Palm Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 03m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving West Palm Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from West Palm Beach to Orlando takes 2h 12m and costs around $142 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Tampa, expect to pay about $104 for a 3h 48m trip. Located 0.9 km from the city centre, West Palm Beach is the busiest station in West Palm Beach. Another popular train station is West Palm Beach Brightline Station, located 0.4 km from the centre.

Bus

You can travel by bus to West Palm Beach using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to West Palm Beach takes 1344 km and will cost you around $240. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $398 for a journey of 2052 km. The most popular bus station is West Palm Beach Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, located 3 km from the city centre of West Palm Beach. West Palm Beach Shell Okeechobee Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 2.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to West Palm Beach, you’ll arrive at Palm Beach Intl Airport (PBI), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to West Palm Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 03m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving West Palm Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from West Palm Beach to Orlando takes 2h 12m and costs around $142 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Tampa, expect to pay about $104 for a 3h 48m trip. Located 0.9 km from the city centre, West Palm Beach is the busiest station in West Palm Beach. Another popular train station is West Palm Beach Brightline Station, located 0.4 km from the centre.

Bus

You can travel by bus to West Palm Beach using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to West Palm Beach takes 1344 km and will cost you around $240. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $398 for a journey of 2052 km. The most popular bus station is West Palm Beach Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, located 3 km from the city centre of West Palm Beach. West Palm Beach Shell Okeechobee Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 2.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near West Palm Beach

MIAMiami
PBIPalm Beach Intl
FLLFort Lauderdale

Airlines serving West Palm Beach

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,807 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,043 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,602 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,090 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,419 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
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Where to stay in West Palm Beach

Average rates range from around $451 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $657 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Palm Beach Lakes and Economy Inn. There are also lots of holiday rental options in West Palm Beach, with prices from $67 to $967 per night. Southside/South End is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in West Palm Beach are about 4% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Downtown - In West Palm Beach’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Hilton West Palm Beach, Hyatt Place West Palm Beach Downtown and Residence Inn by Marriott West Palm Beach Downtown.

Spencer Lakes - Homewood Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach, SpringHill Suites by Marriott West Palm Beach I-95 and Red Roof Plus+ West Palm Beach have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Spencer Lakes will cost you about $197 per night.

Downtown - In West Palm Beach’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Hilton West Palm Beach, Hyatt Place West Palm Beach Downtown and Residence Inn by Marriott West Palm Beach Downtown.
Spencer Lakes - Homewood Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach, SpringHill Suites by Marriott West Palm Beach I-95 and Red Roof Plus+ West Palm Beach have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Spencer Lakes will cost you about $197 per night.
Most popular hotel in West Palm Beach by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of West Palm Beach

Most booked hotels in West Palm Beach

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Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham West Palm Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$238+
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Hilton West Palm Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$427+
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Courtyard by Marriott West Palm Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$223+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$343+
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Red Roof Plus+ West Palm Beach
2 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
$128+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham West Palm Beach Airport
3 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
$154+
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Hiring a car in West Palm Beach

Alamo, Sixt and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in West Palm Beach is the Easirent branch at West Palm Beach airport, which is 4 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in West Palm Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.69 and $24.92. The most frequently booked car type in West Palm Beach is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Sixt and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in West Palm Beach is the Easirent branch at West Palm Beach airport, which is 4 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in West Palm Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.69 and $24.92. The most frequently booked car type in West Palm Beach is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in West Palm Beach

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