Southern Shores Travel Guide
Ponce Inlet

Visit Southern Shores
Popular places to visit

Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum during your travels in Ponce Inlet. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area.

Lighthouse Point Park
Enjoy Florida’s wildlife and natural beauty in this pristine park. Climb to the top of the lighthouse for breathtaking views of the picturesque area.

Marine Science Center
Known as an environmental odyssey, this is the perfect place to learn about Florida’s local creatures and their habitat and have a hands-on wildlife experience.
Things to do

Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show

Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach

Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park

Dolphin and Manatee Stand Up Paddleboard Tour in Daytona Beach

Dolphin and Wildlife Tour at Indian River Shores
Top hotels in Southern Shores

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
Clean room. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The hot tub was crowded at times but the pool/beach area was overall very nice. Minutes away from the beach! I would return if I was in the area
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Not good
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Best Western Aku Tiki Inn
10/10 would stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort
We’ve stayed here multiple times. Mostly great. They were fully booked while we were there. We had to call everyday for towels and to get dirty towels taken from our room, however, they were always quick to bring them when we called. Unfortunately, there were other “guests” or maybe randoms, who ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Nautilus Inn
Nice view but room was not clean. Shower had mold, hair and caulking was hanging off.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
Not worth the price, especially with resort fees. Expensive parking.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southern Shores

Oceanside Village
Though Oceanside Village may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ponce Inlet Beach and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum.

Calulantic
Though Calulantic may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ponce Inlet Beach and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum.

Ponce Inlet Club South
When in Ponce Inlet Club South, you can plan a visit to Ponce Inlet Beach and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Light House Shores
While there might not be top attractions in Light House Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ponce Inlet Beach and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum.

Coastal Oaks Estates
When in Coastal Oaks Estates, you can plan a visit to Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum and Marine Science Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

East Wind South
Though East Wind South may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ponce Inlet Beach and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum.

