Why Visit Daytona Beach, Florida
Located 51 miles northeast of Orlando and 86 miles southeast of Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, FL is the principal city of the Fun Coast region in Florida, and attracts over 8 million tourists annually.
The Best Time to Visit Daytona Beach, Florida
Daytona Beach, FL experiences a humid subtropical climate. Daytona Beach, FL is hottest between July and August, with highs averaging around 90°F. Daytona Beach, FL is coolest between December and February, with lows averaging at around 50°F.
Hotels in Daytona Beach, FL are busiest in January, February, March and June. Hotels in Daytona Beach, FL are cheapest in November.
Getting Around Daytona Beach, Florida
Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) serves the city of Daytona Beach, approx. 3.4 miles away from downtown Daytona Beach. The most convenient way to get to central Daytona Beach from Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) is by taxi. Taxis are widely available at the east end of the terminal, located just outside Baggage Claims. The journey takes around 6 minutes, and costs between US$10–US$12.
Driving is a popular way of getting to and around Daytona Beach, FL. Car rental desks are conveniently located on level 1 inside the main terminal, directly across Baggage Claims. Alternatively, Trip.com offers a wide selection of cars to book, with free cancellation and no credit card fees. You can explore car rental options here.
The Volusia County's Public Transit System (Votran) provides 18 public bus routes that run throughout Daytona Beach, FL. Bus service runs from around 06:30–19:00, Monday through Saturday. Single rides cost US$1.75, and day passes cost US$3.75. Votran also provides the cheapest way of getting to downtown Daytona Beach from the Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB). Votran Line 19 provides daily, direct bus service from Dayton Beach International Airport (DAB) to downtown Daytona Beach.
Things to Do in Daytona Beach, Florida
Motorsports enthusiasts, this one's for you! Located in the heart of Daytona Beach, FL, The Daytona International Speedway is a racetrack, most famous for hosting a variety of NASCAR events year-round. The Daytona Speedweeks kick off in late January through February, with its first major event – 24 Hours of Daytona, or more commonly known now as the Rolex 14 at Daytona. The Coke Zero Sugar 400, part of the NASCAR Cup Series, occurs in August. If you're looking to explore the Daytona International Speedway on a quieter day, check out the racetrack's Speedway Tour. Tours are available daily, and leave every 45 minutes starting from 09:30, with the last tour of the day beginning at 14:45. Speedway Tours last about 60 minutes, and cost US$22 per adult.
Daytona Beach, also known for being the "World's Most Famous Beach", stretches over 23 miles, and is famous for its bustling pier and hard-packed sand. Start your day with some aquatic fun at the Daytona Lagoon, adjacent to the Daytona Beach Boardwalk. If you'd like to stay dry, the iconic Daytona Beach Pier, also known as the Main Street Pier, features a variety of restaurants, shops, and even an amusement park. Daytona Beach is open 24 hours a day, and admission to the beach is free.
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