Daytona Beach, FL

Travel Guide

Daytona Beach Boardwalk featuring general coastal views
Daytona Beach featuring signage and a bar
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Daytona Beach which includes signage
Daytona Beach featuring heritage elements

Sunbathe, surf, swim and even drive on this city’s lengthy strip of tightly packed sand, which is bordered by an arcade, hotel and restaurant-lined boardwalk.

Known by motorsports enthusiasts the world over, Daytona Beach is the setting for the annual Daytona 500 and numerous other racing events. Learn about the area’s racing heritage and enjoy the fun family activities of the 23-mile (37-kilometer) long beach.

The city really came to be known beginning in the early 20th century, when car and motorbike races began to be staged on its wide, sandy beach, known as Daytona Beach. In 1959, NASCAR, who are headquartered in the city, built the Daytona International Speedway to replace the beach course. Cars are still allowed to drive on certain parts of the beach today. Pay a fee to drive on the sand in designated areas be aware that a speed limit of 10 mph (16 kmph) is in place.

The beach is not the only unusual drive-in experience available in town. Get behind the wheel and pull up to the Daytona Beach Drive-In Church, tune your radio into the requested frequency and witness a church service without leaving your vehicle.

It is also possible to visit the beach on foot too, of course. Watch locals play volleyball games, swim in the Atlantic and enjoy food at one of the beachfront bars. Avoid the designated driving areas for a quieter beach experience.

To find out more about Daytona Beach’s motorsports history, head to Halifax Historical Museum. Exhibits here include everything from antique racing-related memorabilia to Native American artifacts. Culture-loving visitors will also enjoy the acclaimed Southeast Museum of Photography and the Museum of Arts & Sciences, which features everything from a Cuban art collection to a planetarium.

Among the best times of the year to visit Daytona Beach are during the Speedweeks racing events. The Daytona 500 and the Coke Zero 400 events, also draw big crowds eager to see the action.

Find Daytona Beach in Volusia County, Florida, about 51 miles (82 kilometers) northeast of Orlando. Fly into Daytona Beach International Airportor ride buses from other major Florida cities. Buses and trolleys operate around the city.

Where to stay in Daytona Beach

South Daytona showing general coastal views

South Daytona

You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in South Daytona. You might want to make time for a stop at Daytona Ice Arena or Riverfront Veterans Memorial Park.

South Daytona
Daytona Beach Bandshell featuring heritage elements

Brush - Stewarts

4/5(267 area reviews)

While visiting Brush - Stewarts, you might make a stop by sights like Ocean Walk Shoppes and Daytona Lagoon Waterpark.

Brush - Stewarts
View from balcony - Daytona Beach - 19/10/2015

East Daytona

4/5(565 area reviews)

While visiting East Daytona, you might make a stop by sights like Beach at Daytona Beach and Seabreeze United Church of Christ.

East Daytona
Daytona Beach Pier which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a sandy beach

Rogers Seabreeze

4/5(41 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Rogers Seabreeze, Daytona Beach Boardwalk and Beach at Daytona Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Rogers Seabreeze
Andy Romano Beachfront Park featuring general coastal views

Ortona Park

4/5(125 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Ortona Park, Ormond Beach and Beach at Daytona Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ortona Park
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Carter Norwood

While there might not be top attractions in Carter Norwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum and Sunglow Fishing Pier.

Carter Norwood
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
100 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
The price is NT$2,717 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
NT$2,717
NT$3,896 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,828 reviews)
"Ot was great even though check in was alittle long for valet. Parking is offsite ."

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
422 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
The price is NT$4,315 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$4,315
NT$5,859 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,936 reviews)
Amazing!!!
"This hotel was BEAUTIFUL! I was very pleased during our stay with the look of the room, activities during our stay and the wonderful staff! I would MOST definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach

4 out of 5
918 N Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL
The price is NT$4,537 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
NT$4,537
NT$6,268 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,530 reviews)
Great stay at Hard Rock
"We enjoyed our stay. Just be aware that there is a 38 dollar per night resort fee, a 75 dollar per night incident fee and a 25 or 40 dollar per night parking fee. Sessions restaurant is a must. The food is spectacular."

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sea Shells Beach Club

Sea Shells Beach Club

3 out of 5
1014 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
"It's a good place to stay and very inviting ❣️"

Reviewed on 2025/7/27

Sea Shells Beach Club
Fountain Beach Resort

Fountain Beach Resort

2 out of 5
313 South Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (800 reviews)
"Loved the place"

Reviewed on 2025/7/12

Fountain Beach Resort
Silver Beach Club

Silver Beach Club

3.5 out of 5
1025 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (68 reviews)
"Stay was great!!! Rooms were clean and very spacious. Front desk staff was very friendly and informative. Will be back!"

Reviewed on 2025/5/26

Silver Beach Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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