SIGHTSEEING
To start your journey, visit one of the best beaches in Daytona Beach. Just like the name of the city, Daytona Beach is considered as one of the best beaches in Florida. The beach is also home to 10 parks, a number of amusing festivals, and an array of recreational options. From May 15 to October 31 you can also find a parade of giant sea turtles appearing from the ocean to lay their eggs on the sand. This famous beach is also bordered with one of the most legendary Boardwalk which hosts many kinds of amusement such as funky shops and restaurants, and outdoor street performers. Daytona Beach is a prime destination for people who want to spend their vacation relaxing under the sun on the beach.
Daytona’s Beach
DOWNTOWN
Halifax Historical Museum is located in downtown Daytona Beach, in the city's commercial district. This museum has rich and colorful history. There are some permanent exhibits, such as The Racing Zone, Spanish & British Plantation Eras; Native Americans Timucuans; Pioneer Life; Victorian Households; Volusia County Lifeguards & Handmade Surf Boards; Resort Hotels of Yesteryear; The Civil War in Florida; The Spanish American War & World War I; World War II in Europe; World War II in the Pacificand many more. Halifax Historical Museum is open from Tuesday until Friday from 10:30 AM up to 4:30 PM., and on Saturday from 10 AM. up to 4 PM.
Halifax Historical Museum
SHOPPING
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Daytona Beach is becoming the most favorite retail destination in Florida. Daytona Beach offers complete facilities for everyone. There are malls, shopping districts, boutiques, and specialty stores. Volusia Mall is one of them. This indoor shopping mall is home to several popular department stores and also there are over 120 specialty stores and food court. This mall is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 AM to 9 PM. On Sunday, this mall is open until 5:30 PM. During special events and holidays, this mall is open in special hours.
Volusia Mall
FOOD & DRINK
Daytona Beach is influenced by combinations from the various food of the Caribbean, South America, and Europe. The food is often associated with seafood, key lime pie, and Floribbean cuisine. Here, citrus fruit is often consumed. Another thing that is popular is the barbecue. There are also annual barbecue competitions in Daytona Beach. As a coastal city, you can get the fresh-caught seafood from many restaurants in town.
CULTURE
Most people of Daytona Beach speak English, while 9.62% speak other languages as their mother tongue. The most significant is the Spanish speaker and French is the third most spoken language. In Florida, the culture is similar to the rest of American Southern culture. Florida’s urban culture has also been influenced by immigrants especially those from Europe and Latin America.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit Daytona Beach is between March to May. During March and May, the springtime temperature is around 26° Celsius during the day. At night, it falls into the 50s and 60s at night [What do you mean?] Also, the weather is incredibly nice during March and April. You will find some students partying in the area during March and April and when spring break is in full swing.
HOTEL
Welcome to the best Caribbean-themed hotel called Bahama House. This hotel is located on the shoreline and offers useful and luxury facilities, such as deluxe continental breakfast, wireless Internet, evening cocktail reception, free parking, and so on. You can get the fair rates and a beautiful ocean view here. Staying in the Plaza Resort & Spa will be another best choice if you are in Daytona Beach. This hotel is the biggest hotel in this area completed with 323 rooms. This oceanfront hotel is close to dining, shopping, and the convention center. There are also extensive traditional rooms with a microwave and mini-fridge. Other facilities include Wi-Fi, parking, bikes, and water sports equipment. You will be also provided with an oceanfront pool, a huge spa, and on-site restaurant. Water sports equipment include paddleboards, kayaks, boogie boards, and bicycles.
Bahama House
Plaza Resort & Spa
RESTAURANT
You can find waterfront dining, seafood, and other fine dining restaurants in Daytona Beach. If you are in Daytona Beach, it is mandatory to come to Caribbean Jack’s. Caribbean Jack’s is the best place for dining inside or outside. It has an outdoor deck on the water that has nice sheltered glider booths and a waterfront fire pit. There is plenty of dishes that can satisfy your taste bud. But you really need to try Caribbean Fish Tacos! The Caribbean slaw and the black bean and mango salsa is a perfect combination. Don't forget to try Fish Tacos, this dish is really delicious. [Please add one more restaurant which is located in DAYTONA BEACH, instead of Ponce Inlet.]
Caribbean Jack’s
Racing’s North Turn
CAFE
This beautiful café is located at 214 South Beach Street, Daytona Beach, Florida. This nice café is serving you uniquely crafted coffee blends to sip. Sweet Marlays’ specialty is serving up organic, fair-trade coffee, but we would also recommend having a breakfast sandwich or handmade dessert. You can also have the Beach Street Blend. It is a kind of blend lined with citrus, roasted almond, caramel and more. Good news for a pet lover, you can bring your pet here because it is a pet-friendly restaurant. Located in 168 North Beach Street, Daytona Beach, this café has fresh-baked desserts, Italian specialties, and best sandwiches. Rosie’s Italian Bakery and Café in Daytona Beach favorite. Stop to sip “Rosie’s Signature Blend” coffee or you can get original with the create-your-own coffee bar. You can also treat your palate with Italian specialties, such as cannoli, Napoleon, tiramisu and many more.
Sweet Marlays
Rosie’s Italian Bakery and Café
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
We offer some best selections to let you explore Daytona Beach nightlife on your own. If you are looking for a good club, Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club and Club 600 North are our recommendations. Club 600 North is considered as “Daytona’s Hottest Night Club”. This place can be found just a few steps from the beach at the corner of Seabreeze Blvd and the A1A. The music ranges from hip hop to live rock. There is also a special event like Thursday Bikini contests, making this place more exciting. Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club is another favorite and best oceanfront club. Here you can dance to Reggae music on any night. Come and dance the night away at the Ocean Deck regardless. You should try the club's signature drink here named "Red Tide". Besides the drinks and the dancing, its restaurant also serves up some good dishes especially if you like seafood. [Where is the explanation for The Bank & Blues Club?]
Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club
The Bank & Blues Club
INTERESTING PLACE
Discover amazing places in the city by visiting Daytona International Speedway. It is the legendary auto-racing tracks and also the home of NASCAR (the National Association for Stock Car Racing). Good news for race fans, now you can experience the thrill of race car driving in an interactive experience and tours. You are allowed to ride on the 31-degree banks on the track on the Speedway Tour tram ride. You can also drive one of the cars yourself for over 30 laps at the NASCAR Racing Experience or the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Whether you are staying for long or a short time in Florida, you should complete your adventure by visiting Daytona Boardwalk & Pier. This place is located close to the Main Street. You will definitely have a lot of fun here. It is a family-friendly place with indoor and outdoor settings, There are a Ferris wheel, go-carts, and free concerts in the bandshell.
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona Boardwalk & Pier
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Ponce Inlet Jetty is one of the best spots in the city. Go to the southernmost point of the Daytona Beach area and you will find the Ponce Inlet Jetty that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean. It offers you the best view of marine life. Get the best picture with the sky and ocean as the background. Capture your best picture in Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum. It is the tallest lighthouse in Florida. It is situated just minutes from Daytona Beach. Some of the best views in this place are at the top of a 203-step climb. After you reach the top, your efforts will certainly be rewarded with amazing views that are the perfect backdrop for your photo.
Ponce Inlet Jetty
Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
