The Coolest Delray Beach Travel Guide (Updated 2026)

Looking for the coolest Delray Beach Travel Guide? In this Delray Beach travel guide we will go over all of the best things to do, where to dine, best hotels, and more. Read on to discover Delray Beach, Florida for the perfect trip in 2026.

Delray Beach is one of the most underrated coastal towns in Florida. From vibrant nightlife and top-rated restaurants to relaxing beaches, art galleries, and scenic parks, this charming town offers something for everyone. After spending a full month exploring Delray Beach, I uncovered its best attractions, hidden gems, and local favorites. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a longer beach vacation, this Delray Beach travel guide covers exactly what to do, see, and eat.

This guide is all about what to do in Delray Beach.

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Where To Stay In Delray Beach

The best place to stay as a tourist in Delray Beach is Atlantic Avenue and Pineapple Grove because you would be right next to the beach and in the downtown area.

Luxury Delray beach Hotels

Opal Grand - The oceanfront Opal Grand is a lovely place to stay in Delray Beach. The aesthetically pleasing modern decor, luxurious outdoor pool, and other amenities make the Opal Grand a perfect place to stay.

The Atlantic - Right on Atlantic Ave and within walking distance to the beach is the is the Atlantic Suites Hotel. Offering a gym, pool, and more The Atlantic Hotel is a great option in Delray.

Mid-Range Delray Beach Hotels

Cranes Beach House Boutique Hotel - Located within walking distance of the beach, the Cranes Beach House Boutique Hotel is a great place to stay in Delray. You can find two saltwater swimming pools, a garden, spacious rooms, and more at Crane's Beach House Boutique Hotel.

Budget Delray Beach Hotels

Delray Cottage - This lovely rental is a great option if you are trying to stick to a budget in Delray. Offering two bedrooms by the ocean this Delray cottage is a great place to stay.

How To Get Around Delray Beach

Delray Beach Freebee - The Delray Beach Freebee is a transportation service that allows free rides. The Freebee is on demand so whenever you need a ride just call or go on the Freebee app and request a ride. They will pick you up at your location as soon as possible. These electrically powered golf carts will save you a ton of money!

Trains - Looking to do a day trip to Delray? The train system is amazing in Florida. You can take the high speed train called the Brightline. The Brightline makes traveling within Florida so easy because it is so fast to get from place to place.

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What To Avoid In Delray Beach

First is The Girls Strawberry You Pick. The Girls Strawberry You Pick is not a strawberry patch that you can go pick your own strawberries (this is what I thought it was). It is honestly a little creepy. It is located in a shady strip mall and the inside is dim and dirty. The outside had a bunch of birds caged up and rides for kids. Although this may be fun for kids it was not very clean and it will give you the creeps.

Next, Avoid Hawkers Asian restaurant. The portions are tiny, the food is overpriced, and the atmosphere is very loud.

When To Go To Delray Beach

South Florida gets extremely hot and humid in the summers so avoid the summers in Delray. The summer and fall is hurricane season in Florida and that can be inconvenient to travel plans with frequent cancellations due to weather. The best time to visit Delray is in the winter and spring. Winters can sometimes be too cold for the beach (50s - 70s F), but still great for everything else. The best months in Florida are March, April, and May because of the perfect weather and there is typically no seaweed in the ocean.

What To Do In Delray Beach

Walk Down Atlantic Avenue

Atlantic Avenue is the busiest street in Delray Beach. Lined with shops and restaurants leading up to the beach, Atlantic Ave is the place to be. Check out the Colombian Coffee House, Two BrEGGfast, and El Camino. If you visit Delray on a Saturday then make sure to stop by the farmers market and grab some food.

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Explore Pineapple Grove

Pineapple Grove is Delray's art district. Located right next to Atlantic Ave, Pineapple Grove has so much to do. Checkout the art garage and see a stand up comedy show or live music. Walking down Pineapple Grove is an experience in itself because of the amazing graffiti art all over the walls of buildings.

Spend The Day at The Beach

Obviously you have to go to the beach! Delray Beach is amazing because there are less crowds than other beaches in Florida, it is very clean and the water is perfect. (depending on the time of year you visit) There is no better beach than Delray on Florida's east coast.

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Morikami Museum and Japanese Garden

The Morikami Museum and Japanese Garden is full of Japanese art and culture. When you step into the Morikami Museum you feel like you have stepped straight into Japan. You will explore all the different aspects of Japan's culture in the Morikami Museum. You can book an evening dinner and launch a lantern in the Japanese garden.

The Japanese garden is so peaceful and huge. You could wonder for hours in this garden. (more like a forest)

Admission to the museum is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and $9 for children

Delray Beach Market

Delray Beach Market is a collection of small food booths (think tapas) all under one roof. The Delray Market has live music, drinks, and amazing food. They also have coffee for the morning people.

Food In Delray Beach

Best Coffee and Breakfast In Delray Beach

Seed - Seed is a minimalistic coffee joint that serves up amazing coffee and baked goods within walking distance to the beach.

Colombian Coffee House - At the Colombian Coffee House you will find authentic Colombian coffee and food! Located right on Atlantic Ave, The Colombian Coffee House is the place to go if you are looking to try something different!

Two Fat Breggfast - Two Fat Breggfast serves up amazing coffee and southern style breakfast food. There is no seating and it is a grab and go type place.

Best Restaurants In Delray Beach

Lemongrass - Located on Atlantic Ave, Lemongrass serves up delicious asian cuisine. You will find indoor and outdoor seating at Lemongrass!

El Camino - El Camino is one of my favorite restaurants in Delray Beach. Serving up seriously good Mexican food, El Camino is the place to be. You will also find an amazing bar at El Camino.

Roccos - Roccos is another Mexican joint in Delray. Located on Atlantic Ave, Roccos offers delectable food, indoor and outdoor seating, a bar, and more.

Sazio - If you are looking for Italian food while in Delray, Sazio is the place to go. Located on Atlantic Ave, you can eat at Sazio or grab a pizza from their walk up window.

Best Bars In Delray Beach

Tin Roof - The Tin Roof is the place to be on a Friday night. You will find a bar, live music, and the occasional stand up comedian at the Tin Roof.

Saltwater Brewery - At the Saltwater Brewery you will find food trucks, live music, and beer!

Best Day Trips From Delray Beach

Delray Beach is located right next to some of the nicest towns & cities in South Florida. Here are some day trips that would be perfect from Delray Beach.

Miami - Miami is such a wonderful city with endless things to do. Miami is about an hour from Delray Beach. While in Miami you can go to the Wynwood Walls, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Key Biscayne and so much more.

Fort Lauderdale - Fort Lauderdale is more laid back than Miami. Only 30 minutes from Delray beach there is a lot to do in Fort Lauderdale like the Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, The Bonnet House, and the beautiful beaches.

Palm Beach - Palm Beach is ritzy. If you want to feel like a celebrity for the day this is the place for you. Visiting The Breakers and The Square are both great things to do in Palm Beach.

Delray Beach FAQs

Where is Delray Beach?

Delray Beach is located on Florida's east coast. Located 52 miles from Miami, Delray is considered a part of South Florida. If you plan to visit Delray fly into the Fort Lauderdale airport, the West Palm Beach airport (closest to Delray) or the Miami airport.

What is Delray Beach known for?

Delray Beach is known for its art district (pineapple grove) and being a smaller, more quiet version of the nearby cities of Miami, West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. Delray is also known to have something for everyone, weather you like to party, chill at the beach or at a cafe.

Delray Beach Travel Guide Wrap Up

We hope this guide helps you plan the best trip to Delray Beach! If you liked this post all about what to do in Delray Beach we think that you will love Ultimate Guide to Miami, Charleston and Savannah Itinerary and Ultimate Guide to Los Angeles.

Happy Travels,

Daisy