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10 Things That Will Make You Smile In DowntownWPB

Do what makes you happy today and every day. Whether you’re sharing a smile, finding your zen, or finding your passion, there are so many reasons to smile in Downtown West Palm Beach. View our list of 10 things that will make you smile in DowntownWPB: 

  1. Find Tranquility With Yoga 
    Yoga is a fantastic way to connect with yourself and exercise . Sweat out your stress with stretch and breathing exercises in a heated power vinyasa yoga studio located in the heart of Downtown West Palm Beach. The Yoga Society offers a variety of class options for beginners and advanced yogis alike.  
  1. Have A Laugh At The Improv 
    A night at the Palm Beach Improv is sure to leave you with huge smiles after side-splitting laughs. The Palm Beach Improv hosts world-renowned comics every weekend and gives guests an up-close and personal opportunity to watch their favorite stand-up comedians hit the stage in the intimate comedy club. 
  1. Hit The Dancefloor 
    Dancing is one of the greatest expressions of happiness! Either day or night, Downtown West Palm Beach sets the stage for fun to be had. Hit the dancefloor or listen to the sounds of local musicians at multiple events in and around downtown. 
  1. Try Something Sweet 
    Sit under the South Florida sun and cool off with a sweet treat in Downtown West Palm Beach. It’s hard not to smile after a cool bite of ice cream or gelato melts in your mouth!  For some ‘sweet’ inspo: Click Here 
  1. Treat Yourself To A Spa Day 
    Self-care is key to happiness! Treat yourself to a relaxing massage. You deserve it! With a variety of classic and specialty massage treatments, Prado Spa & Salon and Amazing Feet guarantees to help achieve a sense of relief and release from problem areas in your body.  
  1. Bring Your Friends To Game Night 
    Enjoy a lively night at Lost Weekend, the nostalgic bar featuring billiards, games and art. Play vintage arcade games like Galaga, Centipede or the classic Ms. Pacman, or try your luck on the vintage bowling, skeet or shuffleboard games. 
  1. Grab A Warm Cup Of Colombian Coffee  
    Sometimes a simple cup of coffee can be enough to bring a smile to your face. Order one as you enjoy the authentically Colombian selection at Salento Coffee made by Jaime and Johana Lara. On top of traditional café menu items, Salento offers Colombian dishes such as arepas, empanadas and more. 
  1. See New Sights On Segway 
    Rolling along the waterfront and around Downtown West Palm Beach with Palm Beach Segway Tours offers a unique, fun way to get outside while learning about our downtown. Palm Beach Segway Tours has been awarded a TripAdvsior Certificate of Excellence 10 years in a row. 
  1. Revamp Your Look  
    Feel refreshed after a day at one of Downtown West Palm Beach’s salons that will take care of you and give you the look of your dreams! Whether it’s a haircut, coloring or styling service – let yourself be pampered.
  1. Catch A Wave On Paddleboard 
    Downtown West Palm Beach’s year-round tropical weather is always something to be happy about. Hit the water and paddleboard on the waterfront to enjoy the day with the help of Visit Palm Beach.  
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3 Unique Date Ideas In Downtown West Palm Beach

When you have exhausted the nights at-home and tired of the same old dinner dates, pay a visit to Downtown West Palm Beach with a special someone for an evening full of excitement. Switch things up and treat your partner to a night out. Here are 3 unique Downtown date ideas:  

Ride On A Sunset Cruise 
Ride into the sunset as you pass by the Downtown skyline aboard Visit Palm Beach’s Hakuna Matata cruise. The friendly crew accommodates guests with a variety of tropical beverages, beer, wine and snacks during the 2-hour experience. See Downtown like you’ve never seen it before and take in the tropical romantic ambience on the Intracoastal.  

Book An Escape Room 
For the adventure-seeking couples, a night at Legends of Xscape is the perfect date. Legends of Xscape offers 4 rooms with different themes and difficulty levels. Each room gives players 60 minutes to solve puzzles, find clues and put their brains together to make the big escape! Each room and common area are sanitized after every group to ensure your safety. 

Have A Night Of Laughs 
Enjoy dinner and a show with local and world-renowned stand-up comedians at the Palm Beach Improv. With new shows and comedians hitting the stage every weekend, you’re sure to have an unforgettable experience as you share laughs with your significant other!  

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The Perfect Selfie In Downtown West Palm Beach

Do you love taking selfies? Who doesn’t right?! Get your Instagram looking right with one of the dozens of locations for the perfect selfie in Downtown West Palm Beach. 

The waterfront is a perfect spot to start on a selfie journey through our Downtown. Walk along Flagler Drive at sunrise for a peaceful stroll with a stunning backdrop. Pick a spot along the Intracoastal walkway, turn around so your back is to the glistening water for the first snapshot of your day.  If you are feeling adventurous check out Visit Palm Beach! Nothing says, “You Should Be Here!” like a selfie on a jet ski or paddleboard. 

Stop into Hullabaloo, located at 517 Clematis Street, and ask to sit in the vintage airstream camper, (yes, they really have one in the back patio!). Hullabaloo is all about the nostalgic funk with black and white photos lining the airstream camper and photos of rock legends indoors. Enjoy one of their handcrafted cocktails, strike a pose and take unique memorable photos with your friends. 

Downtown West Palm Beach is filled with murals around every corner. Art is everywhere, from inside parking garage staircases to alleyways. Take the road-less travelled and explore the ins and outs of each block around DowntownWPB and you’ll surely stumble upon colorful backdrops; some even the size of a six-story building. Pick your favorite, snap a selfie and have your social media friends try to guess where it is.    

Downtown West Palm Beach truly has something to catch the eye of each and every visitor. Don’t forget to add #DowntownWPB in your captions so we can see all of the awesome selfies you take on your stroll!  

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Outdoor Dining in Downtown West Palm Beach

One of the best ways to take in the energetic ambience that Downtown West Palm Beach has to offer is by dining at our many outdoor eateries! No matter what you are craving, you can enjoy delectable delights with a side of scenic views. Check out our list below: 

Alchemy Juice Co. & Market
527 Clematis Street 
Enjoy a fresh squeezed juice or your favorite alchemical sweets under Alchemy’s shaded outdoor dining area. Grab your friends and stop by for a tasty treat at Alchemy, where it’s always golden hour. 

Avocado Grill 
125 Datura Street 
Avocado Grill’s award winning, flavorful bites and extensive cocktail list await you! Their fresh and vibrant dining experience is enjoyed even outdoors in the open-air, shaded dining area that’s a refreshing, tropical oasis. Dine with family and order their shareable plates.  

Batch New Southern Kitchen 
233 Clematis Street 
A modern casual dining restaurant & bar featuring a scratch-cooked, locally sourced new southern culinary menu and garden-to-glass cocktails. Enjoy menu items as you sit alongside the lively Clematis Street in lounge couches and high-top tables.

 The Blind Monk  
410 Evernia Street  
Venture a little outside of our core and you will find this gem. Dine outside at this chic wine and tapas bar specializing in a large selection of wines & small bites. Outdoor dining has been extended to offer covered seating so you can sip while surrounded by greenery. 

Blue Mountain Coffee House
540 Clematis Street

Get a little taste of the tropical island of Jamaica right here in Downtown West Palm Beach. Treat yourself to the beloved Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee beans while you dine outdoors on the quieter eastern end of the 500 Block of Clematis Street to start your day the right way.

E.R. Bradley’s Saloon 
104 N. Clematis Street 
For a true Floridian ambiance, E.R. Bradley’s is the place to go. With daily live music and outdoor dining alongside tiki bars and waterfront views, it won’t be hard to unwind among these tropical vibes. You can even take in the afternoon sun in a hammock on their lawn! 

Leila Restaurant  
120 S. Dixie Highway 
Get whisked away to the Mediterranean while you dine at this Downtown staple. Sit in the back patio lounge seating for shade and outdoor fans when you need to escape the heat! 

Meraki Juice Kitchen 
328 Fern Street 
Have a quick bite at this sleek, modern café and enjoy menu items such as cold-pressed juices, acai bowls and other superfoods to give you the boost you need. Sit outside on the private fenced patio with wooden tables that gives gorgeous views of the Alexander Park plaza.  

Paris Bakery & Café 
212 S. Olive Avenue 
As you eat your café cuisine street-side, you’ll feel as though you’re truly transported to the streets of Paris. Order traditional favorites including handmade soup, crepes, and more at the café tables in the heart of Downtown.   

Pistache French Bistro 
101 N. Clematis Street 
Have a seat in the canopied terrace, enjoy the views and energy of  the Great Lawn   and await your selection from Pistache’s authentic menu. Find extended outdoor dining that offers more room for your dining experience and delivers nothing short of elegance! 

Rocco’s Tacos 
224 Clematis Street 
Enjoy the authentic Mexican flavors in an ambiance as vibrant as its dishes. Rocco’s Tacos has extended outdoor seating options available so you can safely enjoy your favorite dishes alongside the lively street in the heart of Downtown. 

Salento Coffee  
407 Clematis Street 
You don’t have to travel far to find the perfect cup of Colombian coffee. In fact, you don’t have to even leave Downtown! When sitting outdoors at Salento Coffee you can order from their outdoor cart and listen to Latin music while you sit under the shaded tables.  

Spruzzo 
251 N. Narcissus Avenue 
Dine at West Palm Beach’s only waterfront rooftop restaurant and lounge. Spruzzo offers a luxurious experience whether you’re seated at the bar, high-top tables, or yacht-facing white lounge couches.  

Sushi Yama  
330 Clematis Street, #107  
Get your chopsticks and your crew, because Sushi Yama is waiting for you. Heralded as the “best Japanese restaurant in town,” Sushi Yama serves up its sushi and sashimi delicacies to diners seated at various shaded outdoor tables.  

Treehouse 
380 Trinity Place 
Enjoy creative Latin and Caribbean-inspired dishes on the 13th floor rooftop restaurant o while soaking up breathtaking views of Downtown West Palm Beach. With high-top tables and lounge couches around the pool, dining at Treehouse will make you feel like you’re on vacation year-round.

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