Welcome to Jupiter
Sunny, urban, and full of history, Jupiter is a beautiful coastal town on Florida's southeast coast
Jupiter is a dense, urban town with a rich history located on the southeast coast of Florida. Homeowners here take advantage of the year-round warmth and easily walkable streets to get to their favorite shops and restaurants. There's plenty packed into this small town, but it still remains quaint with a beachy, laid-back vibe.
What to Love
- Urban
- Walkable neighborhoods
- Quaint vibe, laid-back atmosphere
- Endless water activities
Local Lifestyle
Living in Jupiter means you get to enjoy warm, sunny days year-round, with a variety of outdoor water adventures at your fingertips. Here, the restaurants offer spectacular waterfront dining, and you can access most by foot — or by paddle board. Jupiter has a rich history, a small-town vibe, and plenty of shops, restaurants, and outdoor activities to keep you busy.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Winner of the Diner's Choice Award and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, 1000 North is a popular restaurant among locals and tourists alike. The restaurant serves modern American food like market oysters, steak, or Carolina barbecue and offers an equally impressive brunch menu. Choose from four different waterfront seating areas, and make sure you check the dress code before you stop by.
The Woods, founded by American golfer Tiger Woods, offers New American fare in an elevated sports bar setting. Sip a cocktail on the patio during happy hour or share a dish from the decadent dessert menu on date night. The restaurant also offers a brunch menu, wine list, and cigar list.
Blackbird Modern Asian is a go-to spot for exquisite Asian dishes, from bbq duck fried rice to beef and broccoli, with menu creations by Executive Chef Tim Nickey and Chef De Cuisine Dwayne Jean. The restaurant also boasts a fantastic seafood menu and hosts private parties at the outdoor bar and mezzanine. If you’re hungry for made-from-scratch meals, locally-owned Berry Fresh Cafe is a must-visit. With a menu of healthy selections like strawberry chicken salad, keto bowl, and vegan mix berry superfood power salad, along with an extensive breakfast and lunch menu, you can’t go wrong.
Tommy Bahama is a laid-back restaurant and bar that offers a dining room and patio seating. Make a reservation to enjoy dishes like Mahi Mahi, Coconut Shrimp, and desserts like Pineapple Crème Brulée. For a more laid-back dinner experience, visit Square Grouper. This open-air marina bar serves beachy cocktails and traditional bar food on a patio where you can enjoy live music seven days a week. Another casual but popular option is Duffy’s Sports Grill, a lively spot for great burgers and watching sports.
Lynora's has served the town's best traditional Italian food since 1976. Passed down from original family recipes, each dish is handcrafted with fresh ingredients. Stop by for Meatball Mondays, Wine Wednesdays, weekend brunch, or Oyster Wednesdays to indulge in high-quality Italian food. If it’s incredible seafood, specialty sandwiches, and award-winning burgers you’re after, head to the open-air Dune Dog Cafe. And, a trendy spot with fantastic seafood, steak, and views of the Jupiter Lighthouse is Jetty’s Waterfront Restaurant.
For a fun, island-themed experience, locals love Guanabanas. Order a drink from the margarita bar along with a fresh seafood dish like the Potato Crunch Fresh Catch, or the Tequila Lime Atlantic Shrimp. This festive spot offers great food, a vibrant atmosphere, live music, and breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway. You can also mark the occasion by purchasing Guanabanas swag like a t-shirt or tumbler.
Things to Do
The Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium is home to the Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals Major League Baseball Teams, as well as the minor league Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals. It's a great spot to watch spring training or catch a game with friends.
Harbourside Place offers luxury dining, shopping, and hotel accommodations all in one place along the Intracoastal Waterway. Here, you'll find more than a dozen high-end shops, the famous Wyndham Grand Jupiter Hotel, and live entertainment events at the center's waterfront amphitheater.
On Love Street, residents and tourists enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars, along with outdoor activities like kayaking and paddle boarding. The venue provides kayak rentals for guests to enjoy scenic excursions along the Loxahatchee River.
PonTiki Cruises is the place to go for a good time with friends. The organization offers a variety of party boat cruises, complete with complimentary beverages and a knowledgeable crew. Reserve an evening inlet cruise or a karaoke cruise along the beautiful waters of the Intracoastal, and take in the natural beauty of Eastern Florida.
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is a historic spot that offers guided tours and a plethora of information about the region's history, dating back over 5,000 years. The lighthouse is open Tuesday through Saturday, and visitors can explore inside.
If you’re seeking adventure, Jupiter is the place for you! Rent a kayak and paddle the Loxahatchee River with Jupiter Outdoor Center. This is a great opportunity to get out on the water with friends or take a guided tour. Since 1997, Jupiter Outdoor Center has been a mainstay in the community for nature lovers.
Another great spot for water enthusiasts is Blueline Surf & Paddle Co., your one-stop shop for surfing or boarding gear and accessories. Blueline also offers kayaking and paddle boarding classes, yoga on the water, eco tours, and a race league.
South Florida Paddle, LLC meets at Sawfish Bay Park and has provided stand-up paddle boarding tours and lessons to the community for more than 10 years. This is your chance to take a two-hour eco-tour and see manatees, sea turtles, and dolphins like never before. From Get Up and Go Kayaking to Hui Hui Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals, there is no shortage of water-based adventure in Jupiter.
Charming Downtown Abacoa offers a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options for people of all ages. From ice cream and coffee to art classes and group fitness, you'll find something for everyone here.
Schools
- The Els Center of Excellence, ages 3-14, a brand new tuition-free, nonprofit public charter school for children with autism
- The Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College of Florida Atlantic University, 4-year degrees, the nation's only university-affiliated, free-standing honors college
- Beacon Cove Intermediate School, Grades 3-5 with a gifted program and after-school programs
- Jupiter Farms Elementary School, PreK-5 with art club, media club, and chess club
- Limestone Creek Elementary School, PreK-5 with project-based learning, STEM courses, and marine science courses
- Jupiter Elementary School, K-5, with high honors programs, sports clubs, a drama club, and language clubs
- Jupiter Middle School of Technology, Grades 6-8, programs for pre-engineering, medical sciences, culinary sciences, and multimedia
- Jupiter Community High School, magnet school with engineering technology and medical programs, environmental research studies, Army ROTC programs, criminal justice, culinary arts, marketing, and information technology programs