Deerfield Beach Attractions

Deerfield Beach

Location: 200 NE 21st Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Hours: 24 hours (lifeguards on duty 9 AM until 5 PM daily)

Come visit our award-winning "Blue Wave" beach. The City of Deerfield Beach has earned this award designation from the Clean Beach Council, based on specific criteria, which include excellence in water quality, beach conditions, safety services, public information and habitat conservation.

The City of Deerfield Beach Ocean Rescue Division is certified by the United States Lifesaving Association and protects a one-mile stretch of beach. There are nine lifeguard towers that line the ocean.

Surfing is permitted on the north side of the pier and south of tower #7. Sand volleyball courts and recreational areas are located on the north side of the pier. Dogs and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Check out Deerfield Beach's underwater live stream!

Deerfield International Beach Pier

Location: 200 NE 21st Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Hours: Open from 6 AM to 11 PM daily

The 976 foot Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier is the crowning jewel on our beach, attracting thousands of visitors and fishermen annually. In addition to renting fishing rods, the pier concession stocks live, fresh and frozen bait, tackle, fishing accessories, ice and t-shirts.

Social distancing of a minimum of 10 feet between anglers and sightseers must be maintained. Facemasks are required for entry and must be worn while on the pier.

PIER RATES

  • Sightseers $1 Residents / $2 Non-Residents (no re-entry)
  • Sightseers $1 Active Military/Veterans/First Responders
  • Fishing $4
  • Rod Rental $16, plus $25 refundable deposit (paused due to COVID-19)

Check out Deerfield Beach's pier live stream!

Family & Children's Attractions

Island Water Sports

Location: 1985 NE 2nd St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Hours: Sun 10:00AM - 8:00PM, Mon - Fri 9:00AM - 9:00PM, Sat 6:30AM - 9:00PM
Admission Varies

Island Water Sports, your one stop surf and skate destination since 1978. Our Free Lesson Program is the longest running in the country teaching you how to surf, skim, or stand up paddle. We offer private and group lessons in surf, skim, skateboarding, and stand up paddle. Our Sunset Stand Up Paddle and Eco Tours are a popular attraction for locals and tourists alike.

Dixie Divers

Location: 455 S Federal Hwy, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

At Dixie Divers, our facility includes our own pool on premise and our own boat, Lady Go Diver, a 48' Marine Management boat powered by twin 871 Detroit diesel engines. We do snorkel trips both scuba and private! Sodas, water, and snacks are provided on all trips. The bow is easy to access and offers a nice spot to enjoy the rides to and from the dive sites. These guys know all the good places to look for interesting things on the reefs and wrecks.

Butterfly World

Location: 3600 West Sample Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33073
Hours: Sun 11:00AM - 5:00PM, Mon - Sat 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Admission Varies

Walk through tropical, flowering gardens in six giant screened aviaries filled with twenty thousand LIVE exotic butterflies and the world's most amazing birds. Hand feed the small parrots in the Lorikeet Encounter! Botanical Gardens, Macaw Landing, Butterfly Museum, Live Bug Zoo, outdoor cafes, gift shop and garden center. This is the perfect adventure for the whole family! Gift Shop and Garden Center are open to the public.

Rapids Water Park

Location: 6566 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Hours: Seasonal activity, Closed from December through March
Admission Varies

Rapids Water Park is a water park in Riviera Beach, Florida, USA, that occupies 30 acres near I-95. The park includes 42 slides and attractions, including a wave pool, dual seven-story speed slides, and a quarter-mile lazy river. There are also slides for children and toddlers.

Gumbo Limbo Nature Center & Aquarium

Location: 1801 N Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Hours: Sun 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Admission Varies

Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is surrounded by a rare remnant of tropical hardwood hammock, located on a barrier island in Boca Raton. Walk the Ashley Trail and relax in the authentic Chiki overlooking the Intracoastal. A variety of native fish, sharks, and other marine animals reside in marine aquariums. Visit the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Facility to learn about our sea turtle patients. Indoor displays feature wildlife indigenous to South Florida and a series of stained glass windows depicting the coastal island as it may have appeared in the 1500s.

The Deerfield Beach Historical Society

The Deerfield Beach Historical Society, founded in 1973, inspires public awareness and appreciation of the diverse people, places, and events that contribute to Deerfield Beach’s evolving history.

Quiet Waters Park

Location: 401 S Powerline Rd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Hours: 8:00AM to 6:00PM

Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is surrounded by a rare remnant of tropical hardwood hammock, located on a barrier island in Boca Raton. Walk the Ashley Trail and relax in the authentic Chiki overlooking the Intracoastal. A variety of native fish, sharks, and other marine animals reside in marine aquariums. Visit the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Facility to learn about our sea turtle patients. Indoor displays feature wildlife indigenous to South Florida and a series of stained glass windows depicting the coastal island as it may have appeared in the 1500s.

Shopping

Town Center at Boca Raton

Location: 6000 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Hours: Sun 12:00AM - 6:00PM, Mon - Sat 10:00AM - 9:00PM

Town Center at Boca Raton features an outstanding mix of 220 stores, upscale and elite specialty shops along with your favorite Mall stores in an indoor environment.

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek

Location: 5550 NW 40th St, Coconut Creek, FL 33073
Hours: Open 24 Hours

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek offers the market's most fully integrated, energized, stylish and upscale local's casino experience featuring 2,000 Las Vegas-style slots and over 70 live table games such as blackjack, baccarat and poker. Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is open 24/7, 365 days a year.

Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood Casino

Location: 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314
Hours: Open 24 Hours

Share 21 Experience the thrill of 24/7 gaming action at Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida, South Florida’s largest casino. Play high-energy slots and tables games at our 140,000 square foot casino situated in the heart of it all. Signature Hard Rock music memorabilia lining the casino walls and sound of classic and modern music videos will infuse a high energy vibe perfect for getting lucky.

Restaurants

Oceans 234

Location: 234 N Ocean Dr, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Bustling bistro joining innovative takes on classic seafood dishes with sunset views & sea breezes.

JB's on the Beach

Location: 300 NE 21st Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Vibrant restaurant joining ocean views, a seafood-focused menu & frequent live entertainment.

Charm City Burger Company

Location: 1136 E Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Burgers, French fries & microbrews stand out at this fast-and-very-casual compact spot.

Bob's Pizza Amante Italian

Location: 2068 NE 2nd St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Since 1975, a vibrant eatery near the beach for informal Italian cuisine & custom martinis.

The Whale's Rib

Location: 2031 NE 2nd St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Seafood & "whale" fries are hot items at this bustling beach cafe/bar with old-time Florida flavor.

Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show

Location: 3599 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Festive local landmark serving up Chinese fare, tropical drinks & a Polynesian floor show.

Louie Bossi's Ristorante Bar Pizzeria

Location: 100 E Palmetto Park Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33432

High-energy Italian eatery. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Louie Bossi serves delicious house made pastas, wood burning Neapolitan pizzas, home cooked Sicilian comfort food and of course, Chef Louie's famous house cured salumi.