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 Daytona Playhouse.

East Daytona
Hilton hotel in Daytona beach

South Peninsula Historic District

4/5(115 area reviews)

While visiting South Peninsula Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Lenox Park and Lilian Place Heritage Center.

South Peninsula Historic District
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
Halifax Historical Museum which includes interior views

Hodgmans Daytona

3/5(39 area reviews)

While visiting Hodgmans Daytona, you might make a stop by sights like Beach Street and Jackie Robinson Ballpark.

Hodgmans Daytona
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$3,029 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,029
NT$4,268 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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! (4,865 reviews)
"Our whole family had a blast . We felt welcome and happy to be there . The staff was amazing , the facilities where extremely clean."

Reviewed on 2025/8/25

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$4,922 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
NT$4,922
NT$6,569 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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! (4,007 reviews)
"Great hotel! Rooms were clean and cozy! Great views! Staff was very friendly and respectful! Pool was fantastic! My only complaint would be the lumch and dinner menus needs more diversity/options. Menus are very basic, food was very delicoius but not enough options. I will definetly be coming ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/25

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$4,799 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
NT$4,799
NT$6,590 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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! (1,554 reviews)
"Dining on patio overlooking pristine beach views, Sessions was excellent, chef’s salmon over Caesar salad was a hit with me, a plus eggs Benedict for breakfast. Hard Rock is my go to place to stay, especially when my family and friends visit me in Daytona Beach Shores. Oh the beds are comfy."

Reviewed on 2025/8/22

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! (60 reviews)
"We love staying at Sea Shells we go every year.❤️"

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

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. ...
Fountain Beach Resort
Ocean Walk Resort

Ocean Walk Resort

4 out of 5
300 N. Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Daytona International Speedway ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
"Love this place"

Reviewed on 2025/8/24

Ocean Walk Resort
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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