Downtown Arts District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Canal Street Historic District
During your trip to New Smyrna Beach, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Canal Street Historic District. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.

New Smyrna Museum of History
You can browse the exhibits at New Smyrna Museum of History, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to New Smyrna Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the breathtaking sunrises in this family-friendly area.

New Smyrna Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, New Smyrna Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to New Smyrna Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.

Flagler Avenue Park
Enjoy the breathtaking sunrises and explore Flagler Avenue Park, a lovely green space in New Smyrna Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Apollo Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Apollo Beach during your travels in New Smyrna Beach? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Smyrna Dunes Park
Enjoy refreshing nature walks, wildlife-spotting and ocean views at this waterfront park that is the perfect destination for a day of outdoor family fun.
Things to do

Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show

Florida Bioluminescence Kayaking Tour (Titusville)

New Smyrna Dolphin and Manatee Kayak and SUP Adventure Tour

Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach

Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park

Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak
Top hotels in Downtown Arts District

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
"My stay at the Hilton hotel in Daytona, FL was okay overall. However, my main concern was that the bedroom was outdated, and the bed had visible stains on the side. In addition, you could feel the springs through the mattress, which made it very uncomfortable to sleep."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
"The hotel room was lovely, comfortable beds. Shower did not have a door and the bathroom door didn't stay closed unless you locked it, awkward for our 8 year old diabetic since we don't allow him to lock the door for safety reasons. The restaurant in the hotel served our son regular pop after specifying ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Nautilus Inn
"The room was clean, but did have an odor. Irons and ironing boards are only available in the one laundry room. No irons in the rooms."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Daytona Beach Oceanfront
"We enjoyed our stay! The room was clean, comfortable bed, wonderful view. The pool was clean and large with a great view. Easy access to the beach."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
"Everything was excellent staff clean room breakfast beach view."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 Stars Our family has been coming to Perry's Ocean Edge Resort for generations, dating back to when the indoor pool was still an outdoor pool. Over the years we've made countless memories here, which is why Perry's has always felt like a second home. The resort faced some difficult years ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Arts District

Canal Street Historic District
If you're spending some time in Canal Street Historic District, Canal Street Historic District and New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Bouchelles Island
Bouchelles Island might not have many top sights, but Canal Street Historic District and The Hub on Canal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Causeway
If you're spending some time in North Causeway, Marine Discovery Center and New Smyrna Lanes are top sights worth seeing.

South Mainland
Though South Mainland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Canal Street Historic District and The Hub on Canal.

Central Beach
If you're spending some time in Central Beach, Flagler Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Walker Grant
Though Walker Grant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagler Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach.
