Daytona Beach Overview

Beyond its stunning beaches, Daytona Beach caters to all interests, from thrilling motorsports and arts to family attractions and diverse dining options. Visit the world-renowned Daytona International Speedway, explore the Museum of Arts and Sciences, the Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, and many other galleries and museums. The iconic Daytona Beach Boardwalk & Pier and Daytona Lagoon offer fun for all ages, with water slides, go-karts, and laser tag.

For nature lovers, head south to the beautiful Ponce Inlet, home to Florida’s tallest lighthouse, where you can climb to the top for breath-taking panoramic views. Visit the Marine Science Centre to meet rescued sea turtles, touch stingrays, and enjoy manatee and dolphin sightings, either from the shore or on a scenic eco-cruise.

The Marine Science Center has introduced a new Raptor Education and Conservation Exhibit, dedicated to the center’s permanent raptor residents who, due to injuries, are unable to return to the wild. This thoughtfully designed habitat provides a safe and enriching environment for these magnificent birds. The center is also nearing completion of a renovated exhibit that celebrates the history of Volusia County’s Artificial Coral Reef program, educating visitors on its significance. This program creates essential marine habitats by placing decommissioned ships, barges, airplanes, and other large structures on the ocean floor. The exhibit itself is modeled after a real artificial reef, the 150-foot Lady Philomena, which has served as a man-made habitat off the county's coast since June 2018.

Explore a variety of themed trails, covering everything from motorsports and monuments to craft brews, hiking, and biking. Racing enthusiasts will be thrilled by the Motorsports Trail, which showcases the region’s rich auto-racing heritage. The Daytona Beach Ale Trail features over 20 local spots serving up unique craft beers, while the area's hiking and biking trails offer more than 70 miles of scenic routes, from paved paths to rugged singletracks.

Savor local cuisine at one of Daytona Beach's many restaurants. Enjoy a seafood meal at Caribbean Jack’s Restaurant & Marina, or visit Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery for craft beers and tasty bites. Racing fans will appreciate Racing’s North Turn Beach Bar & Grill, named a top 10 Florida beachfront bar, packed with memorabilia from the early days of beach racing. For a special evening, visit 31 Supper Club, where you can indulge in cocktails, an eclectic menu, and an art-deco atmosphere.

With a $2 billion investment in the area over the past five years—featuring new and renovated hotels, the transformation of Daytona International Speedway into a world-class motorsports facility, and the opening of ONE DAYTONA, the premier retail, dining, and entertainment hub—there’s never been a better time to visit Daytona Beach