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Summertime means sun, sand and special memories here in Daytona Beach. This area proudly hosts thousands of families each and every year who come from all over the world to experience the iconic wide beaches and rich racing history. You could spend an entire vacation happily lounging on the beach with the breeze gently rustling the pages of a good book. But, for many kids, sitting still anywhere for that long can be a challenge! Luckily, Daytona Beach offers endless adventures for all ages.

From the moment you pass the “Last Bridge to Mainland” sign while hugging the Atlantic coastline on your way to Ponce Inlet, you know you’re in for a remote escape. Just a few short miles south of Daytona Beach at the southernmost tip of the peninsula sits a locale known for being home to the tallest lighthouse in Florida. Ponce Inlet is worth the short drive from Daytona Beach to experience all sorts of water, air and land adventures. 

Oh, the sights you'll see during your Daytona Beach vacation! Whether it's checking out the world-famous winning car from this year's DAYTONA 500 or climbing to the top of Florida’s tallest lighthouse, we've got the stuff that great vacations — and exceptional photo ops — are made of. 

Video: Climb new heights at Florida's tallest lighthouse, Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and see more videos on our YouTube channel!

Discover quaint Ponce Inlet, its esteemed Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and Marine Science Center

Enjoy spectacular, 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal Waterway and more! Completed in 1887, the Ponce Inlet

Here in Daytona Beach, there’s no end to the list of things to love and explore. From the year-round gorgeous weather to the world-class golf courses, and from the expansive beaches to the miles of waterfront wonder — there’s so much to be proud of in a place like this. 

Get away for a family escape in Daytona Beach, and you can expect a vacation filled with sunning, funning, exploring and a lot of wonderful value for your money. You know what else your tribe can expect? Plenty of awesome ways for your family to reconnect with the outdoors and each other. 

October in Daytona Beach means the countdown is officially on for the 26^th Annual Biketoberfest^®! From October 18 to 21, about 100,000 motorcyclists, enthusiasts and other fun-seekers will flock to the area to soak in picture-perfect fall weather, live music and exciting professional motorcycle races. Besides the good food, new friends and overall feeling of camaraderie, you’ll come across some pretty unbeatable views on your trek to — and rides throughout — Biketoberfest^®. 

Craving a burger? How about a hot dog? Cooking out is a fun way to spend time catching up with family and to enjoy the evening — and unlike some beach destinations, it is allowed right on Daytona Beach! 

Calling all cyclists!

Want to experience Florida’s natural magnificence from a new perspective? The Flagler Fondo may be your answer. A favorite cycling experience for participants with a range of skill levels, Flagler Fondo offers unique routes, breathtaking scenery, great food, new friendships and memories you won’t soon forget. 

People come from all over the world to stretch out on Daytona Beach’s wide, white-sand beaches and watch the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean. But the entire Daytona Beach area is entwined with a number of magnificent bodies of water — and they are all equally deserving of visitors’ attention. For example, the Halifax River on the city’s western border and the Indian River slightly farther south offer some of the best views in all of Florida. Explore this wondrous segment of the Intracoastal Waterway system on your next visit — you never know what you will come across!