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Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show

Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show

￥8,615
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show
Small-Group Sailing Tour in Daytona Beach

Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach

￥11,215
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach
St. Johns River Cruise - Blue Spring State Park

St. Johns River Cruise - Blue Spring State Park

￥6,177
per adult
St. Johns River Cruise - Blue Spring State Park
Wildlife Tour of Indian River Lagoon with Experienced Captain

Wildlife Tour of Indian River Lagoon with Experienced Captain

￥5,689
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Tour of Indian River Lagoon with Experienced Captain
Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking | Wildlife Refuge

Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking | Wildlife Refuge (Titusville)

￥9,752
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Manatee and Dolphin Kayaking | Wildlife Refuge (Titusville)
3 Hour Coastal Fun Cruise

3 Hour Coastal Fun Cruise

￥24,381
per adult
3 Hour Coastal Fun Cruise
Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park

Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park

￥9,590
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park
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New Smyrna Beach

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New Smyrna Beach offers 17 miles of white sandy shores with exceptional east coast wave action for surfers. Explore the vibrant arts scene along Flagler Avenue after catching morning waves.
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Canal Street Historic District

If you're spending some time in Canal Street Historic District, Canal Street Historic District and New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

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North Causeway

While visiting North Causeway, you might make a stop by sights like Buena Vista Park and Marine Discovery Center.

Coronado Beach

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

Central Beach

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

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.

Popular day trips from New Smyrna Beach

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Cape Canaveral

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Deltona

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Daytona Beach

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Edgewater

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DeLand

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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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