A Great Brevard City

The area is a delightful dichotomy of a laid back beach town and the big city thrills of neighboring Daytona Beach. You will find myriad of family activities, romantic discoveries, unique beach shopping, and event themed nightlife.

city area		comment Ratings This is the city for endless sunshine, ocean breezes, and rolling surf to enjoy. Located on the Atlantic coast, the quiet upscale island community of Daytona Beach Shores is beautiful and a wonderful vacation spot. ★★★★★
cleanliness		comment Ratings Daytona Beach Shores is a clean, modern city. The grounds and beaches were nice and well maintained.★★★★★
parking		comment Ratings Despite the number of parking lots, they do fill up on peak days. Often there will be some overflow parking, but you may need to walk a bit further. ★★★
restrooms		comment Ratings The Daytona Beach Shores restrooms and shower facilities are great. ★★★★
dining/drinks		comment Ratings You will find a great mix of award winning restaurants in Daytona Beach Shores, from romantic fine dining to casual beachfront fares. A few of our favorites include: - Inlet Harbor Marina Restaurant - North Turn Bar Grill - Boondocks Restaurant ★★★★★
kid friendly		comment Ratings A great kid place, with the shorelines to explore and fish. Kids love the beach, waves, and the water. ★★★★★
dog friendly		comment Ratings Dogs are allowed around the area and at all Volusia County Parks, but they must be leashed at all times and follow county rules. Please check ahead for details and specifics. ★★★★
traffic/access		comment Ratings Traffic getting in and out is not usually a problem, except on peak events days. ★★★★

Activities

Explore one of the many parks, drive the beautiful coastline, bask on a sandy beach, or rent a board and ride the waves. Discover the thrills of NASCAR action at Daytona 500 Experience. Climb to the top of the Ponce Deleon Inlet Lighthouse for a spectacular view of area. The beaches of the Daytona Beach Shores offer breathtaking beauty and water related fun!

biking		comment Ratings Be sure to bring bikes, it is the best way to get around the area. ★★★★★
boating		comment Ratings A super boating spot, as you can explore the Atlantic Ocean and the Intercoastal Waterways. ★★★★★
boat ramps		comment Ratings Daytona Beach Shores has a great boat ramp at Frank Rendon Park, located at 2705 S. Atlantic Avenue (Approximately 2 miles north of Dunlawton Blvd.). There are also other Volusia County maintained boat ramps up and down the coastline. ★★★★
camping		comment Ratings While not at Daytona Beach Shores, Volusia County has camping available at the following locations: - Gemini Springs Park - Lake Ashby Park - Lake Monroe Park - Riverbreeze Park - Spruce Creek Park
fishing		comment Ratings Off the pier, shoreline, dock, boat, or bridge...all of your fishing options at Daytona Beach Shores. ★★★★★
hiking/walking		comment Ratings Great walking and hiking around the entire city. Of course, a nice long walk down the beach is the best! ★★★★★
nature trails		comment Ratings The the best nature trail is the shoreline!
picnicing		comment Ratings It is beach side picnicking at its best. ★★★★
playgrounds		comment Ratings They have playground areas at Frank Rendon Park kids will enjoy. But the beach and the water are the best playgrounds here.★★★★
swimming		comment Ratings Daytona Beach Shores has wonderful beaches for top notch swimming and water play. ★★★★★
tennis		comment Ratings The county provides public tennis courts at various parks in the area, including: - Bicentennial Park - Chuck Lennon Park - Hester Park - Mariner's Cove Park - Mary DeWees Park - Mary McLeod Bethune Beach Park ★★★★
volleyball		comment Ratings Bring your volleyball and net, and hit around on the beach. Also, the county provides public courts at various parks in the area, including: - Bicentennial Park - Ormond Tomb Park - Lake Monroe Park - Lake Colby/Royal Park ★★★★
water recreation		comment Ratings A great place for water play fun, between the wonderful beaches, kayaking, boating, and fishing. ★★★★★