Daytona Beach is the birthplace of NASCAR and home to the Daytona International Speedway. The wide, hard-packed beach allows cars to drive on the sand, a tradition dating back to early land speed record attempts. Beyond racing, the city offers a classic boardwalk, excellent surfing, and a growing arts scene.
Daytona International Speedway
Home of the Daytona 500, this iconic 2.5-mile superspeedway offers behind-the-scenes tours, the Motorsports Hall of Fame, and thrilling race experiences.
Daytona Beach
23 miles of white-sand beach where cars are still permitted to drive on designated sections - a Daytona tradition since the early 1900s.
Daytona Beach Boardwalk
Classic oceanfront boardwalk with amusement rides, arcades, the Bandshell amphitheater, and the historic Main Street Pier.
Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse
Florida's tallest lighthouse at 175 feet, built in 1887, with panoramic views from the top and a maritime museum.
Richard Petty Driving Experience
Drive or ride in a real NASCAR stock car at Daytona International Speedway at speeds up to 160 mph.
Marine Science Center
Rehabilitation center for sea turtles and seabirds with nature trails, a bird sanctuary, and hands-on exhibits in Ponce Inlet.
Daytona Beach Bandshell
Historic oceanfront amphitheater hosting free concerts, festivals, and community events on the beach boardwalk.
New Smyrna Beach Surfing
Just south of Daytona, New Smyrna Beach is one of the best surfing spots on the East Coast with consistent breaks.
Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach
Open-air outlet shopping center with over 80 brand-name stores near the Speedway.
Tomoka State Park
Nature park at the confluence of the Tomoka and Halifax Rivers with kayaking, fishing, camping, and hiking through hammock forests.
Official Tourism Resources
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