Palm Coast is known for its dozen beautiful parks with miles of interconnecting trails and picturesque sandy beaches. One of the best things to do in Palm Coast is golf, as part of Florida’s First Coast of Golf. Whether you enjoy walking or biking, fishing or paddling, there is an outdoor activity for everyone.

The coastal towns of Palm Coast and Flager Beach, just five minutes apart, are serene places to escape the daily grind of city life. Their relaxed pace of life, ocean breezes, and artsy vibe suggest vacation. Situated on 70 miles of both fresh and saltwater canals and the Intracoastal Waterway, Palm Coast

After exploring Palm Coast, let our inn be your home away from home. Each of our nine rooms has modern touches, but our boutique inn offers the charm and intimacy of a B&B. Our beachfront location has private beachfront access, and we provide beach umbrellas, chairs, and towels for your convenience.

The Best Things to Do in Palm Coast

1. Enjoy world-class golf on a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course at the Hammock Beach Ocean Front Course. The stunning oceanfront and pristine wetland views are breathtaking.
2. Visit Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, one of the most popular parks in Palm Coast.
3. Visit European Village for boutique shopping, great dining options, and live entertainment. Every Sunday, European Village hosts the Palm Coast Farmers Market, featuring over 40 pop-up vendors.
4. One of the best things to do in Palm Coast is fish, paddle, boat, or swim on the Intracoastal Waterway. You can also walk along the waterway in Waterfront Park. The paved trail is popular for walking, running, and biking.
5.  You are at the coast- make sure you visit at least one of our stunning beaches. Jungle Hut, Varn, and Old Salt Park are less crowded spots to walk the cinnamon-colored sand of our beaches and watch for whales, dolphins, pelicans, and more seabirds.
6. Walk the Turtle Trail for a public art scavenger hunt. There are 22 brightly colored loggerhead turtle sculptures around town for visitors to find.
7. If you haven’t seen enough turtles in the dunes at the beach, head about 30 minutes north of Island Cottage Inn to visit the Sea Turtle Hospital at Whitney Lab. Small tours led by a biologist last approximately 1.5 hours and allow you to meet some of the current patients.
8. Visit the Baliker Gallery to admire the large-scale driftwood and bronze sculptures.
9. At The Florida Agricultural Legacy Learning Center, tour historic buildings, including the general store, citrus complex, dairy barn, and homestead. Take a wagon ride. Animals include the rare heritage Florida Cracker Livestock cattle, cows, sheep, goats, horses, and chickens.