Flagler Museum
A grand 1902 home and a private rail car.
Palm Beach
Florida's old-money island, with Henry Flagler's Gilded Age mansion, and very fancy shops on Worth Avenue.
Henry Flagler brought his railroad here in the 1890s. His Whitehall is now the Flagler Museum. Bike the Lake Trail past estates and browse Worth Avenue. Mar-a-Lago is private, and can only be seen from the road.
- Best Time
- November–April
- Time Needed
- 1–2 days
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Check before you go; hours vary by season
- Getting There
- About 90 minutes by car or Brightline train from Miami.
What to See
2 of 3 are freeLake Trail
A shady path by the Intracoastal.
Worth Avenue
Spanish-style vias full of luxury shops.
Know Before You Go
- Dress neatly, and don't expect easy parking.
Where to Stay
Stay in West Palm Beach for better prices.
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Last checked 2026-11-02. Part of the Florida list.