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The Palm Beaches, Accessible Destination Spotlight

A wide-angle shot from a wooden boardwalk with white metal railings extending over deep blue water toward a lush, green shoreline. In the distance, a tall, bright red lighthouse stands prominently among a cluster of palm trees and dense foliage. The sky above is a clear light blue with soft, scattered white clouds, and the scene is illuminated by the warm, golden light of late afternoon.

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ABOUT THE DESTINATION

Located in southeast Florida, The Palm Beaches are a collection of 39 vibrant coastal towns. Visitors can immerse themselves in the colorful culture and nightlife of West Palm Beach, soak up natural beauty in Jupiter, travel back in time in luxurious Palm Beach, and sample the culinary treasures of Boca Raton. In between, dozens more towns await — from trendy Delray Beach to the golf haven of Palm Beach Gardens.

Known as America’s First Resort Destination, The Palm Beaches have been renowned as a top warm-weather getaway for more than 125 years. Boasting a long tradition of unmatched hospitality and making travel dreams come true, the destination welcomes visitors of all abilities to relish in the area’s 47 miles of beaches, iconic shopping, award-winning dining, world-class resorts and spas, championship golf, inspiring arts and culture, and family-friendly activities.

From accessible hotels to inclusive attractions, The Palm Beaches ensure every visitor can enjoy Florida’s Most Stylish Vacation Destination.

ACCESSIBLE HOTELS

Hotels verified by Wheel The World can be found at this link.

ACCESSIBLE THINGS TO DO

Attractions verified by Wheel The World can be found at this link.

More info can be found here: https://www.thepalmbeaches.com/plan/accessibletravel#anchor-accessible-experiences

A well-lit hotel room featuring two queen-sized beds with crisp white linens and patterned accent pillows. Behind the beds, a large mural of black-and-white tropical palm leaves spans the wall. A small nightstand with a lamp sits between the beds, and the room is finished with neutral-toned carpeting.

  • Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society

  • Lion Country Safari

  • Busch Wildlife Sanctuary

  • Mounts Botanical Garden

  • Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium

  • CACTI Park of The Palm Beaches

  • Cox Science Center & Aquarium

  • Norton Museum of Art

  • Loggerhead Marinelife Center

  • Manatee Lagoon

  • Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour

  • Lake Worth Playhouse

  • Various beaches offer beach wheelchairs

  • Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

  • Boca Raton Museum of Art

  • Peaceful Waters Sanctuary Nature Boardwalk

  • Jupiter Flatwoods Trail

  • The Kravis Center for The Performing Arts

  • Palm Beach Dramaworks

A gourmet plated meal featuring a seared salmon fillet resting on a bed of dark quinoa and roasted cherry tomatoes. The plate is decorated with a swirl of dark balsamic glaze and a garnish of fresh herbs. A bright yellow lemon half, wrapped in a thin yellow mesh, sits on the side.

  1. A More Relaxed Pace – The Palm Beaches are an ideal alternative to busier metro areas like Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando. Here, you can enjoy less traffic and fewer crowds. Spread out on the beach, explore acres of parks and nature preserves, hit the golf course, unwind at the spa and much more, all at your own pace.

  2. It’s Easy To Get Here – Many cities around the country offer nonstop or one-stop flights into Palm Beach International Airport, which is located just 5 minutes from downtown West Palm Beach and Palm Beach. If you can’t find a flight to your liking into PBI, consider flying into Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Orlando, all a short drive or train ride away on the high-speed Brightline rail.

  3. Verified by Wheel The World – Discover The Palm Beaches has partnered with Wheel the World, a travel solution for people with disabilities that allows users to book hotels and attractions that match their accessibility needs. To date, more than 80 businesses – a mix of hotels, restaurants, attractions and more – have been verified with accessibility details for your peace of mind.

  4. Pre-Planned Itineraries Make It Simple – Check out some accessibility-focused itineraries on ThePalmBeaches.com to make your vacation planning that much easier. There are wheelchair-friendly and autism-friendly trip ideas, as well as trip reviews from deaf travelers and a list of fun things to do for kids with special needs.