The Perfect Day in Daytona Beach with these 5 Things
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. All opinions are 100% mine.
It's been years since visiting Daytona Beach. It was one of my favorite places to visit in Florida before I moved here. We'd visit for a few days and soak up all the fun. I love the simplicity, it's really not hard to have a great time there. Today, I'm sharing the perfect day in Daytona Beach with these 5 things.
Now that we're settled in to our new home, we've been trying to do a little venturing out. Daytona Beach is only a two hour drive for us, so it makes an easy road trip now. Since it had been a while since my last visit, I wasn't sure what to expect. It was so much like my past visits.
The Perfect Day in Daytona Beach with these 5 Things
Here are my top 5 picks for a perfect day in Daytona Beach! Get ready to pack your bags.
1. Pier & Boardwalk. Feel like a kid again when you visit the pier and boardwalk in Daytona Beach. With amazing views of the entire beach for free, you have to walk along the pier when visiting. You can also dine at Joe's Crab Shack directly ON the pier. Want to amp up the romance? This is great for couples for a nice evening out too!
For more traditional beach fare, take a long walk along the boardwalk. The smell of french fries and ice cream will lead the way. With amusements like roller coasters and other arcade attractions, there is something to attract everyone you're traveling with.
2. Beach. With 23 miles of oceanfront beach in the area, it's not to be missed. The sand is a simply stunning. If you're visiting make sure to stop on to the beach with bare feet. Spend an hour or a day there, you won't be disappointed. It's true, the beach awaits and when you're done, there are SO many other options for outdoor fun too.
3. Ice Cream. A day on the beach wouldn't be complete without enjoying a cone of the cool good stuff. May I recommend Zenos Boardwalk Sweet Shop? It's been around for four generations and it's a must visit mainstay in the area. You can see one of their 101 taffy flavors being made from the window.
4. Downtown Daytona Beach. While there is so much to do along the beachfront, you won't want to miss a visit to Downtown Daytona Beach for a collection of eclectic and interesting restaurants and shops.
5. Events. There is always something going on in Daytona Beach. Matter of fact, did you know that it's actually the festival capital of Florida? I didn't either! While we visited this week, the 23rd annual Biketoberfest® was in full force.
Daytona Beach is the perfect place to go even without a big plan in place. Between the natural beauty and fun environment, it's a hot spot for people of any age. Kids too! Check out these kid friendly options for visiting.
What do you think? Are you ready to start planning your vacation? Kick start by checking out this list of free things to do in Daytona Beach!
Have you ever visited? What are your favorite things to do? What would you like to do first on your first visit?
Florida looks like such a beautiful place to visit! I would hope I could soak up the rays on this beach sometime soon!
It is really great here! There is so much to do and soaking up the rays is definitely one of those things. I hope you can visit soon. 😉
I have never been to Daytona Beach. I would like to hit the beach and sand and water first then explore the town.
Trust me, you would enjoy all of those places to visit! I hope you get a chance to hang out in Daytona someday. 🙂
Daytona Beach is such a fun area! Your list is pretty perfect!
We have been to Daytona Beach and love to head to downtown Daytona and of course the beach! There is so much to see and do. great post!
I'm glad you have had a chance to visit Daytona! Sounds like you really enjoyed your visit. 🙂
I have not been to Daytona Beach in years. The boardwalk was a lot of fun to explore.
I'm glad you had the chance to enjoy the boardwalk in Daytona! Maybe if you get a chance you can visit again. 🙂
I have to agree its just not a trip to the beach with out an ice cream stop!! These all sound like fun things to do in Daytona Beach.
Wow, I never knew that Daytona had so much going on throughout the year- I think I could see myself spending a lot of time at the Boardwalk though! We;ll have to be sure to stop by next time we visit the state!
It's nice to see an area so full of fun events! The boardwalk is always fabulous there. You will definitely enjoy going for a stroll there if you get a chance to visit.
Ice cream and the beach- yes please. I have always wanted to go to Daytona.
Wish I could be there right now! Definitely stop by and visit if you get a chance. 🙂
We stayed in Flagler Beach and rode the motorcycle to Daytona. I would of liked to wade in the ocean, but taking off my shoes was too much work. We were snowbirds last year my husband and daughter((on spring break) rode the motorcycle from Sebring Fl to Daytona Bike week in March. I like the beach area, but we're highlanders now.
Wow, that must have been an incredible ride. I don't ride a bike, but years ago I visited during bike wee, so much excitement going on there. You must have had a wonderful time! Thanks for sharing your experience!