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
New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour
Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach
Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park
Dolphin and Manatee Stand Up Paddleboard Tour in Daytona Beach
Top hotels in Southern Shores
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
Everything was amazing definitely top tier and will return again 💕
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Incredible valet staff and hotel check in staff. very efficient. This is the largest Hilton I have ever been in...which makes it very convenient for restaurants, and a step down to the beach!
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 really enjoyed our stay here, the resort was a lot bigger than I expected and the staff was very welcoming and friendly. I liked the text to room service a lot. The rooms were spacious, not 5 star resort clean, the floors were just a little sandy but that’s to be expected since the beach is just ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Nautilus Inn
The room was very clean with a good set up. The view was fabulous - you can see ocean for miles! The hot tub is small and hard to get time to use because it's always full and a lot of people don't heed the 15 minute limit to give others a chance. The pool was very nice.
Reviewed on 9 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.
