Best Things to Do in Delray Beach, Florida
Delray gives you a rare combo: a vibrant downtown, a beautiful beach, real culture, and surprising nature — all in one town.
Stroll Atlantic Avenue. The main event — restaurants, bars, galleries, and shops from downtown to the sea. Day or night, this is Delray.
Hit the beach. The wide, lively Delray Municipal Beach is steps from downtown.
Visit the Morikami. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is a serene, world-class attraction west of town — beautiful gardens, tea ceremonies, and festivals.
Walk the wetlands. Wakodahatchee Wetlands and Green Cay Wetlands are two of the best wildlife boardwalk experiences in the county — herons, turtles, gators, and nesting birds. A local favorite and endlessly surprising.
Explore the arts. Pineapple Grove's galleries and murals, Old School Square, and the Cornell Art Museum anchor a real creative scene.
Catch the tennis. Delray hosts a pro tennis tournament each winter at its downtown tennis center.
In summer, do outdoor stuff early and let the Avenue's covered restaurants and the Morikami carry the hotter afternoons.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do in Delray Beach?
Stroll and dine on Atlantic Avenue, enjoy the beach, visit the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, walk the Wakodahatchee Wetlands boardwalk, explore the Pineapple Grove arts district, and catch the winter pro tennis tournament.
What is the Morikami?
The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, a serene cultural attraction in west Delray with beautiful gardens, exhibits, and festivals.
What is Wakodahatchee Wetlands?
A boardwalk trail over restored wetlands in Delray Beach, famous for birdwatching and wildlife including herons, turtles, and alligators.
Is Delray Beach good for nightlife?
Yes — Atlantic Avenue has one of the liveliest dining and nightlife scenes in the county.