For things to do in New Smyrna Beach on a day trip, combine a stop at the beach with Smyrna Dunes Park or the New Smyrna Museum of History.
The city’s beachfront parking areas and the park have specific fees and operating hours, so plan those details before you go. The Sunshine Inn of Daytona Beach can be your starting point for the day trip.
- Beach: The city identifies seven beachfront parking areas.
- Smyrna Dunes Park: Open daily; its closing time varies seasonally from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Local history: The New Smyrna Museum of History is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Beachfront parking: Daily parking costs $20 and is enforced from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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01Choose a beach access pointNew Smyrna Beach has seven beachfront parking areas, so you can choose an access point before heading to…
02Visit the town and waterfrontFor a break from the beach, the New Smyrna Museum of History offers a focused stop at 120 Sams Avenue.
03Add Smyrna Dunes Park to the daySmyrna Dunes Park is another option for time outdoors, at 2995 N.- 04Check parking, beach rules, and return timingBefore leaving, confirm the parking arrangements for your chosen access point and whether you intend to…
- 05FAQsDaily beachfront parking costs $20 and is enforced from 9 a.m.
How do you get from Daytona Beach to New Smyrna Beach?
Plan your transport before choosing what to do in New Smyrna Beach. The facts here don’t establish a direct fixed-route bus timetable or fare between Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach, so don’t assume a bus will fit your schedule. New Smyrna Beach is about 30 minutes by car from Daytona Beach.
VoTran is Volusia County’s public transportation system. Its service generally runs from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., though some routes operate earlier or later, and not all routes run daily. For a day trip, a one-day Daytona Beach itinerary without a car can help you think through getting around before you leave.
Check the official site before you go for current route and service details. VoRide is an on-demand transit service with defined service zones. Its fares begin at $2 for trips up to 5 miles, with an additional $1 per mile for trips beyond 5 miles up to 10 miles.
You can book in the VoTran On Demand app or by calling 386-761-7700; confirm that the service zone and trip details work for your plans. A day trip to New Smyrna Beach can start and end in Daytona Beach.
Choose a beach access point
New Smyrna Beach has seven beachfront parking areas, so you can choose an access point before heading to the shore. They are Grayce K. Barck North Beach Community Park East and West, North Beach Street Parking, Esther Street Beachfront Park, Flagler Avenue Boardwalk, Marianne Clancy Park and 27th Avenue Beachfront Park.
Beachfront parking is cashless. The daily rate is $20, enforced from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and each vehicle needs its own NSB Parking Permit or daily payment.
A parking permit does not allow you to drive or park on the beach. Volusia County residents can obtain a free beachfront parking pass with proof of residency; the annual pass for non-county residents is $100.
If you plan to drive on the beach, treat that as a separate activity with separate rules and fees. The visitor center says there are 17 miles of drivable beach between 27th Avenue and Flagler Avenue.
Driving hours vary by season: from May 1 through October 31, hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. or sundown, whichever comes first; from November 1 through April 30, they are sunrise to sunset, tides permitting. The daily fee is $20 and includes one same-day re-entry for the same vehicle.
Visit the town and waterfront
For a break from the beach, the New Smyrna Museum of History offers a focused stop at 120 Sams Avenue. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for ages 11–17, and free for children age 10 and under.
Allow around 30 minutes for a brief visit or 1 to 2 hours to view the displays at a slower pace. If you are planning a cooler-weather visit, Daytona Beach in winter: weather and the best time to visit covers seasonal conditions in the area.
Add Smyrna Dunes Park to the day
Smyrna Dunes Park is another option for time outdoors, at 2995 N. Peninsula Ave. The park is open daily, with a posted closing time that varies seasonally from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 per vehicle; the Inlet Park Annual Pass is $20, and handicapped and disabled-veteran vehicles receive free admission.
Check the park’s closing time before you decide when to visit, especially if you’re fitting it around a beach stop or museum visit. The park’s admission is charged per vehicle, while the museum charges per person.
Check parking, beach rules, and return timing
Before leaving, confirm the parking arrangements for your chosen access point and whether you intend to drive on the beach. Beach driving has its own hours and fee; it is not covered by an NSB beachfront parking permit. Parking and park hours can also shape how you order the day.
If a beach wheelchair would help, free use is available at the Flagler Avenue lifeguard station. Availability is limited and handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
FAQs
How much does beachfront parking cost in New Smyrna Beach?
Daily beachfront parking costs $20 and is enforced from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each vehicle needs its own daily payment or NSB Parking Permit.
When is Smyrna Dunes Park open?
The park is open daily, but its posted closing time changes seasonally from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check the park’s current hours before your visit.
How long should you plan for the New Smyrna Museum of History?
The museum says many visitors spend 1 to 2 hours viewing the displays, while others visit in about 30 minutes.
Can you drive on the beach in New Smyrna Beach?
Beach driving is permitted during seasonal hours, with tides affecting access from November through April. The daily fee is $20, including one same-day re-entry for the same vehicle.