The Lantana is a exquisite flowering shrub with an exotic beauty that few other plants can match. Likewise, the Town of Lantana in Palm Beach County, Florida, is a wonderfully unique Floridian community with a charm and allure that few other communities can match.

Situated along the east shores of Fort Worth, adjacent from Ocean Boulevard over the Ocean Avenue Bridge, Lantana is a beautiful coastal community amidst the cosmopolitan region of Fort Lauderdale. The heart of Fort Lauderdale is 30 miles south, and Lantana is surrounded by such well-known destinations like West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Delray Beach. A rapidly growing community, Lantana has a current population numbering approximately 9,500 people. During the summer season, the population swells to 14,000.

One of the oldest settlements in Florida, Lantana was established as a fishing village in the mid-1800s to early-1900s. The founding father of Lantana was the esteemed M. B. Lyman, who started several enterprises here, and who named the town for the plant that was abundantly found here. By the early-1900s, Lantana was a leading center for the oyster industry. Today, the sea still provides plenty of resources for the local economy, with tourism becoming more and more of a heavy hitter.

It’s easy to understand with the town’s many appealing attractions. Besides the beach, which is right at your doorstep, Lantana is also home to a state-of-the-art sports complex.