Overview
Jupiter is in Palm Beach County, in the Greater Miami metro area.
4 sights · 4 things to do · 3 places to eat · 3 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Jupiter
DuBois Pioneer Home
One of the oldest surviving historic buildings in Palm Beach County.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
Lighthouse tours will be temporarily suspended if lightning is in the area.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center
A nonprofit sea turtle research, rehabilitation, education, and conservation facility with interactive exhibits, viewing of sea turtles in their care, and guided tours. The facility also helps operate the nearby pier and…
Roger Dean Stadium
A baseball stadium. Hosting two major league teams (Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals) for spring training in February-March, and four minor league teams all summer long.
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
A non-profit refuge & nature center dedicated to protecting and conserving Florida wildlife. Check the website to see what events are going on when you visit. Closed on New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, & Chr…
Black Dog Fishing Charters
A charter fishing boat that offers deep-sea fishing on the reefs off Jupiter, which host a wide variety of fish.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Nov–Apr. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 58°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Aug and Jun. (climate data from nearby West Palm Beach)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- DJT President Donald J. Trump International Airport, West Palm Beach — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
- VRB Vero Beach Regional Airport, Vero Beach — 54 mi away. Directions
& Interstate 95 and SR 706: The easiest way to reach Jupiter is by car. Interstate 95 goes through the western outskirts of Jupiter. Taking Exit 87B or 87A will take you onto State Road (SR) 706, which becomes Indiantown Rd, where you can then go eastwards to enter Jupiter. Continuing east will take you through miles of suburban development, before crossing Indiantown Bridge and reaching coastal Jupiter, where you can go north or south to access the beach and the many resorts along it.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $119–$149 a night (typical $149), from 3 listed prices.
- Typical meal: about $28 per person at listed restaurants.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$170, mid-range ~$240, comfortable ~$350.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning DuBois Pioneer Home, DuBois Park, Black Dog Fishing Charters
- Lunch Guanabanas Restaurant
- Afternoon Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, Jupiter Dive Center
- Dinner Dune Dog Cafe
- Evening Dive Bar Restaurant
Day 2
- Morning Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
- Lunch Little Moir's Food Shack
- Evening Uncle Mick's Bar and Grill
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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What to ask about, for your diet
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Understand
Jupiter is a town located in northern Palm Beach County, Florida, near the Martin County border. According to the 2020 census, the town had a total population of 61,047.
Get in
By plane
Go President Donald J. Trump International Airport (Formerly Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)))
This is a small, yet highly adequate airport. While both the Miami and the Fort Lauderdale airports tend to be pretty busy, DJT is easy to get in and out of, and is about five minutes from downtown West Palm Beach. Travelers flying into South Florida or the Bahamas should strongly consider DJT. The airport serves both air carriers (airlines) and general aviation aircraft. The airport has a 24-hour FAA control tower and a U.S. Customs & Immigration port of entry facility. The general aviation traffic at DJT has a choice of three fixed-base operators.
By bus
Go Palm Tran
Palm Beach County's public bus system, which runs between Jupiter and Boca Raton. Route 10 goes through Palm Beach Gardens and Jupiter. The main stops in Jupiter are at FAU's Jupiter campus on 5353 Parkside Dr., in front of a Seacoast Bank on 585 W Indiantown Rd., and in front of Mint Eco Car Wash and Detail Center at 220 Maplewood Dr.
By car
& Interstate 95 and SR 706: The easiest way to reach Jupiter is by car. Interstate 95 goes through the western outskirts of Jupiter. Taking Exit 87B or 87A will take you onto State Road (SR) 706, which becomes Indiantown Rd, where you can then go eastwards to enter Jupiter. Continuing east will take you through miles of suburban development, before crossing Indiantown Bridge and reaching coastal Jupiter, where you can go north or south to access the beach and the many resorts along it.
and US Highway 1 and SR A1A: US-1 enters Jupiter close to the coast, and it intersects Indiantown Road. A1A runs parallel to US-1 and also intersects Indiantown before merging into US-1 further north.
Old Dixie Highway: The northern end of Old Dixie Highway goes through the middle of Jupiter before merging onto US-1. Other than taking US-1, it's a reliable way to get into Jupiter.
By train
The nearest train station is in Magnolia Park, the current northernmost terminus for Tri-Rail. It's recommended that you have someone waiting at the station to pick you up, or have a taxi ready, as the station is about an hour away from Jupiter. To reach Jupiter by public transportation (via Palm Tran), you can take Route 33 north to The Gardens Mall, then switch to Route 10 to continue heading north to Jupiter. You could also take Route 31 north to the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, then switch to Route 3 north to the Gardens Mall, and Route 10 to Jupiter.
There are plans by both Tri-Rail and Brightline to expand northward and eventually have a station of some kind in Jupiter. Tri-Rail's planned station would be placed between Toney Penna Drive and Jupiter Lakes Boulevard, with it acting as the terminus of the new "Green Line".
Get around
By car
The easiest way to get around Jupiter and South Florida is by car. The town is set up on grid system, and is fairly easy to navigate. Downtown is roughly 20 minutes north east of President Donald J. Trump International Airport. Palm Beach County is served by Interstate I-95 and U.S. Highway 1 and US 441. It is also served by Florida's Turnpike.
In-Airport car rental companies include:
By taxi
Place Inlet Cab Company
See
See Busch Wildlife Sanctuary (Also known as Busch Wildlife Sanctuary at Abramson & Schlaggar Reserve)
A non-profit refuge & nature center dedicated to protecting and conserving Florida wildlife. Check the website to see what events are going on when you visit. Closed on New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, & Christmas.
See Loggerhead Marinelife Center
A nonprofit sea turtle research, rehabilitation, education, and conservation facility with interactive exhibits, viewing of sea turtles in their care, and guided tours. The facility also helps operate the nearby pier and is right next to a park and nature trail. Every year, a festival known as TurtleFest is hosted in the park behind the facility. It is a free-admission event that contains interactive educational exhibits as well as music, art, shopping, and games.
Do
Do Jupiter Dive Center
PADI 5 Star dive center offers daily dive charters to the 3rd largest reef system in the world. Jupiter Dive Center is also a fantastic place to see the annual Goliath Grouper aggregation. This event occurs annually off the coast of Jupiter during the months of July, August, and September.
Eat
Eat Dune Dog Cafe
A Key West-inspired open-air cafe that serves hot dogs, sandwiches, salads, and seafood in a family-friendly space.
Eat Guanabanas Restaurant
An island-themed seafood restaurant featuring a tiki bar, live music, and views of the Intracoastal Waterway.
Eat Little Moir's Food Shack
Well-established local restaurant with an artsy aesthetic that serves seafood, craft beer, and wine. Includes live music.
Drink
Drink Dive Bar Restaurant
A raw bar serving sushi and sashimi, plus a big aquarium and open-air views of the marina.
Drink Square Grouper Tiki Bar
A laid-back, open-air waterfront bar offering tropical drinks, bar food, and live music.
Drink Uncle Mick's Bar and Grill
A bar located in a strip mall that has food, pool, sports on TVs, karaoke, live music, and bingo.
Sleep
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