Boca Raton Vacation Rentals

Founded toward the end of the 19th century, Boca Raton was originally intended to be one of the poshest resort getaways in Florida. Small wonder, then, that it still bears the tony touch of its founding father, architect Addison Mizner. Many vacation homes in Boca Raton share the earthy tones, graceful arches, and high ceilings he designed in the city’s downtown area. In addition to its tropical setting, Boca Raton offers world-class shopping, multiple museums, and great dining, all within minutes of most local vacation rentals.

Varied local cuisine and gastronomy

Indeed, Mizner Park contains more that upscale shopping. It’s one of the best places to eat. Asian noodle bars and Mexican joints bump up against chophouses, establishments specializing in local seafood, and posh Italian restaurants. Want to watch a film while chowing down? An on-site movie theater serves meals to visitors right at their seats.

Art and culture

In addition to the numerous concerts at Mizner Park’s open-air auditorium, Boca Raton has plenty of cultural options. The Boca Raton Museum of Art's permanent collection is home to an impressive range of African and Pre-Columbian works. Sports Immortals Museum features over a million mementos from baseball, boxing, and basketball stars. And there’s the Children’s Museum of Boca Raton, a free establishment that kids will love.

Excursion destinations in the area

After they've sunned themselves at the beach, nature lovers ought to visit Gumbo Limbo Marine Center, which offers ocean-related exhibits, tanks filled with fish and giant sea turtles, and a boardwalk cutting through a mangrove-lined swath of wilderness. History buffs should enjoy the various tours provided by the Boca Raton Historical Society, including jaunts through the Town Hall and the Boca Express Train Museum. Finally, committed shoppers ought to check out both the gigantic Town Center Mall (the largest mall in the region) and the upscale boutiques at Mizner Park.

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