When you visit Daytona Beach for the first time, we're sure you'll want to grab your towel and head for our world famous beach. After you’ve relaxed and recharged, there are many activities beyond the backdrop of the surf. Follow our tips and we’ll help you discover the best off-beat shops, historic landmarks and gathering places where you can dine and dance the night away.
Explore the boardwalk shops and linger at an outdoor café or try a day of deep sea fishing. From surfing to reading a book under an umbrella, there are many reasons why visitors return. Wherever you stay—Ormond Beach, Daytona Beach Shores, New 
Smyrna Beach or Ponce Inlet—slip into your sandals and start exploring. With 23 miles of sun kissed sands, you will always find something happening. Once the youngsters have played on the beach, they can climb, slide and swing to their heart’s content in neighborhood mini parks. But best of all, they will love cooling off in the splash fountains.
It’s not surprising that racing is on our minds. The wide, compacted sand was used as a race course for cars and motorcycles. But there’s more here than the need for speed. Climb the highest lighthouse in Florida at Ponce Inlet and visit the marine museum. On the wild side, paddle a kayak down a narrow channel for a peek at birds and blooms. Whether you’re here for action or relaxation, we welcome one and all to our diverse and friendly coast, one of America’s favorite destinations.
