Five Fun Activities in Daytona Beach

Daytona beach offers a variety of family fun activities to do. There are numerous parks and historical places to visit and a whole lot of natural scenery to enjoy. With miles of beautiful oceanfront and water sports activities, everyone will enjoy the beauty of this amazing place.

There are plenty of kid-friendly activities for families traveling with their children—from chocolate factory to miniature golf. Daytona Beach has something for everyone.

Here are five fun activities to do while visiting Daytona Beach.

Manatee Cruise

Enjoy a relaxing two-hour cruise of the Indian River aboard the Manatee and see the sight of dolphins, manatees, waterfront homes and the Ponce De Leon Lighthouse.
This narrated tour is both informative and relaxing. The rates are $25.00 for adults, $22.00 for seniors and $16.00 for children under 12. They operate year round.

Speed Park Daytona

This is a great place to let loose and have lots of fun. Speed Park Daytona features three tracks, four lanes and more than 100 karts. The whole family can join in and race each other. Find out if you have what it takes to be a racecar driver by driving a 300 horsepower racecar that accelerates from 0-75 mph in just three seconds.

There’s also an arcade where you can play video games, pinball machines and other things. It’s open daily at 10am. For ticket information call 386.253.3278.

Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory

Who doesn’t love chocolate? If you have about 30 minutes to spare while you’re in Daytona, it is worth spending it at the Angell and Phelps Chocolate Factory, where chocolates are made fresh daily.

The tour is short but very informative. And their tour includes a chocolate sample too. Weekday tours run hourly from 11am – 4pm except for noon. The factory is closed on Sunday. For more information call 1.800.969.2634.

Marine Science Center

The most fascinating thing they do at the Marine Science Center (pictured) is the rehabilitation of the sea turtles and seabirds. They care for the sick and injured sea turtles and birds until they get better and send them back to their habitat.

While there, you’ll learn about the fascinating exhibits of the marine environment, which includes a 5,000-gallon aquarium. The center also features an observation tower, nature trail, tours, classroom lab, and gift shop. This place is a lovely and educational place to take the children.

Hours: 10am – 4pm (Tue – Sat), Noon – 4pm (Sun). For more info, call 386.304.5545.

Daytona Beach

Your trip to Daytona will not be complete if you don’t go to the white-sandy beaches and explore the pristine waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is called Daytona Beach for a reason.

Whether you take a dip or just relax and enjoy the climate, a great time is the order of the day.

Photo credit: marinesciencecenter.com