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Things to Do in Daytona Beach

Florida's famous drivable beach — the sand, the Speedway, and the best things to do year-round.

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Last reviewed July 2026 · Reviewed by UrbanVacationing Travel Team

Last updated: September 15, 2026 · Prices, dates and events change — call us to plan and book the trip, no booking fees.

Quick answer

The best of Daytona Beach: 23 miles of drivable sand, the Daytona International Speedway (and the February DAYTONA 500), the Boardwalk & Pier, the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, and Daytona Lagoon Waterpark. With ~230 sunny days a year, it's good year-round.

Beach & boardwalk

Daytona's signature is its hard-packed, drivable beach — cruise or relax on 23 miles of sand, then hit the classic Boardwalk & Pier for rides, games and eats.

The Speedway

Take a 60-minute Speedway tour (or the VIP tour) at the World Center of Racing any time — and if you visit in February, Speedweeks and the DAYTONA 500 are the main event.

More to do

Climb the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, visit the Daytona Aquarium & Rainforest Adventure, try surfing, parasailing or kayaking, and day-trip to the Space Coast.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best things to do in Daytona Beach?

Cruise the 23 miles of drivable sand, tour the Daytona International Speedway, walk the Boardwalk & Pier, climb the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, and try the rides at Daytona Lagoon Waterpark.

Can you drive on Daytona Beach?

Yes — Daytona is famous for its 23 miles of hard-packed, drivable sand (seasonal access and fees apply in designated areas).

When is the best time to visit Daytona Beach?

Daytona enjoys about 230 sunny days a year (average high ~69°F), so it's good year-round. Spring and fall balance weather and crowds; Speedweeks and the DAYTONA 500 (February) bring the biggest events.

What is the DAYTONA 500?

The NASCAR Cup Series season-opening race at Daytona International Speedway each February — the marquee event of Speedweeks. You can also take a 60-minute Speedway tour any time of year.

What is there to do in Daytona besides the beach?

Speedway tours, the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, the Daytona Aquarium & Rainforest Adventure, water sports (surfing, parasailing, kayaking), and easy day trips to the Space Coast.

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