South Mainland Travel Guide
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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.

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.

Bethune Volusia Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bethune Volusia Beach during your trip to New Smyrna Beach? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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

Daytona Beach Dolphin & Manatee Tour – Paddleboard or Kayak

Wildlife Tour of Indian River Lagoon with Experienced Captain

Bioluminescence Rafting Boat Tour Wildlife Refuge
Top hotels in South Mainland

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
"clean room staff was great view great"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
"Awsome View!! Always a great vibe definitely will recommend it to others 👌"
Reviewed on 22 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
"Wonderful facility very convenient. Everybody was awesome. I highly recommend recommended."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort
"Needs a complete remodel. Front office is beautiful. Walk back to the building where the rooms are located, the building and at least our room needs heavy maintenance, painting, remodel. Was shocked especially for the price we paid. Donuts for breakfast gets old after one, plan on eating at the ihop ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Mainland

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.

Downtown Arts District
If you're spending some time in Downtown Arts 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.

Smyrna Dunes
Smyrna Dunes might not have many top sights, but New Smyrna Beach and Flagler Avenue Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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