Southern Shores Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum

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.

Ponce de Leon Lighthouse and Museum
Lighthouse Point Park

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.

Lighthouse Point Park
Marine Science Center

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.

Marine Science Center

Activities

Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show

Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show

AU$80
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show
Small-Group Sailing Tour in Daytona Beach

Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach

AU$104
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sailing Dolphin/Manatee Watch in Daytona Beach
Party Bus Dive Bar Bus Crawl l

Party Bus Dive Bar Bus Crawl l

AU$60
per adult
Party Bus Dive Bar Bus Crawl l
3 Hour Coastal Fun Cruise

3 Hour Coastal Fun Cruise

AU$227
per adult
3 Hour Coastal Fun Cruise
Courses are not too easy, but not too hard, just right for recreational fun.

Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park

AU$89
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park
Sunset Sail and Dolphin/Manatee watch in Daytona Beach

Sunset Sail and Dolphin/Manatee watch in Daytona Beach

AU$119
per adult
Sunset Sail and Dolphin/Manatee watch in Daytona Beach
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Our pick of the best Southern Shores Hotel Deals

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
100 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
The price is AU$194 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$194
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,939 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Except the hot tub was cold and it took forever to get a cart for our stuff. We ended up making several trips."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
422 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
The price is AU$226 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$226
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,048 reviews)
"View of the beach was nice, but the beach area itself has tons of grafitti. Pool area furniture has seen better days. The Staff was great! The mattress was so bad my back hurts. Rooms are very spacious though. Didn't seem like the best part of town."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
Perry's Ocean Edge Resort

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort

2.5 out of 5
2209 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores, FL
The price is AU$220 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$220
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Daytona Beach Shores. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,239 reviews)
"The view was wonderful and the pool was very clean, accessible and convenient."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach

4 out of 5
918 N Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL
The price is AU$303 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$303
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,573 reviews)
"The vibe was great. Staff was nice and the food and drink options were awesome. Our room was clean."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
Nautilus Inn

Nautilus Inn

2.5 out of 5
1515 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL
The price is AU$185 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$185
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,907 reviews)
"I've stayed here many times..only thing to make it better would be a breakfast instead of just coffee and muffins."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Nautilus Inn
Boardwalk Inn and Suites

Boardwalk Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
301 S Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Daytona Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,486 reviews)
"Good experience definitely be back"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Southern Shores

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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.

Calulantic
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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.

Ponce Inlet Club South
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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.

Oceanside Village
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Coastal Oaks Estates

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

Coastal Oaks Estates
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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.

Light House Shores
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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.

East Wind South

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