Things to do in New Smyrna Beach

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Sugar Mill Ruins featuring a garden
Sugar Mill Ruins featuring a garden
Canal Street Historic District which includes street scenes and signage as well as a couple
Sugar Mill Ruins showing heritage architecture and building ruins
Canal Street Historic District featuring a small town or village
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What to do in New Smyrna Beach

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New Smyrna beach as seen from the rock jetty that juts out into the inlet

New Smyrna Beach

4.5/5(1,281 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, New Smyrna Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to New Smyrna Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.

New Smyrna Beach
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Flagler Avenue Park

4/5(95 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunrises and explore Flagler Avenue Park, a lovely green space in New Smyrna Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Flagler Avenue Park
Canal Street Historic District which includes street scenes and signage as well as a couple

Canal Street Historic District

5/5(1 review)

During your trip to New Smyrna Beach, you can enjoy retail therapy at Canal Street Historic District. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.

Canal Street Historic District
New Smyrna Speedway showing signage

New Smyrna Speedway

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Catch an event at New Smyrna Speedway during your trip to Samsula-Spruce Creek. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

New Smyrna Speedway
The Gulf of Mexico with brilliant blues and aquas at Apollo Beach Florida

Apollo Beach

4.5/5(50 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Apollo Beach during your travels in New Smyrna Beach? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Apollo Beach
Smyrna Dunes Park is on the south side of Ponce Inlet, accessed from New Smyrna Beach. Beautiful park with plenty of boardwalks, and dog friendly too.

Smyrna Dunes Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy refreshing nature walks, wildlife-spotting and ocean views at this waterfront park that is the perfect destination for a day of outdoor family fun.

Smyrna Dunes Park
Manatee sightings!

Bethune Volusia Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bethune Volusia Beach during your trip to New Smyrna Beach? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bethune Volusia Beach
Sugar Mill Ruins which includes heritage elements and a ruin

Sugar Mill Ruins

Find out about the history of New Smyrna Beach when you take a trip to Sugar Mill Ruins. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunrises in this family-friendly area.

Sugar Mill Ruins
Manatee sightings!

Mary McLeod Bethune Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mary McLeod Bethune Park, a lovely green space in Bethune Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mary McLeod Bethune Park

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in New Smyrna Beach

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Coronado Beach

While visiting Coronado Beach, you might make a stop by sights like New Smyrna Beach and 27th Avenue Park.

Coronado Beach
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Central Beach

While visiting Central Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Flagler Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach.

Central Beach
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North Beach

When in North Beach, you can plan a visit to Flagler Avenue Park and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North Beach
Beautiful Florida Sunset over the North Causeway River in New Smyrna Beach.

North Causeway

While visiting North Causeway, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Discovery Center and New Smyrna Lanes.

North Causeway
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Glencoe

Though Glencoe might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like New Smyrna Beach Golf Course and Sugar Mill Ruins.

Glencoe
People fishing from jetty, New Smyrna Beach, Florida, Usa

Brown

While Brown isn't home to many top sights, 27th Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brown

Popular day trips from New Smyrna Beach

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Daytona Beach Boardwalk featuring general coastal views

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Sunglow Pier featuring general coastal views

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Frequently asked questions

Is New Smyrna Beach worth visiting?
Renowned for its culture and surfing, finding awesome things to do in New Smyrna Beach is simple. Make sure to add Ponce Inlet Beach to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in New Smyrna Beach?
Ponce Inlet Beach and Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum are two awesome places to start your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in New Smyrna Beach while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in New Smyrna Beach?
You can't leave without visiting Ponce Inlet Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in New Smyrna Beach.
Is three days enough to stay in New Smyrna Beach?
You can easily visit leading attractions like Ponce Inlet Beach, New Smyrna Beach Dog Park and Lighthouse Point Park with a three-day getaway in New Smyrna Beach. On average, most travelers plan three days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a bit longer and check out Daytona Beach.
Is New Smyrna Beach a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and top attractions within walking distance of the city center, New Smyrna Beach is a good destination to visit on foot. Enjoy wandering between New Smyrna Beach Dog Park and New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company. Then take a stroll around Smyrna Dunes, located 3 kilometers from downtown, and Walker Grant, which is roughly 3 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in New Smyrna Beach with kids?
Deciding what to do in New Smyrna Beach with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're traveling with teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly sights to keep them happy here.

What to do in New Smyrna Beach for adults?
There are loads of things to do in New Smyrna Beach, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company or Canal Street Historic District.
Are there free things to do in New Smyrna Beach?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in New Smyrna Beach is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can experience without reaching for your wallet. Ponce Inlet Beach is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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