"Birthplace of Speed"

Ormond Beach is also known as the “Birthplace of Speed,” due to the automotive beach races on the wide, smooth sand, which began here in the early 1900s. Each Thanksgiving weekend, an annual show celebrates this legacy with an Antique Car Show and Parade and a gaslight parade.

Close to everything!

Ormond by the Sea is not only a delightful seaside haven, but it is in close proximity to virtually everything in Central Florida. It offers the best of all vacations; ocean front living and an unlimited variety of activities. John D. Rockefeller was so impressed by this area that he made it a winter home for his family. Tours of his home are one of the area’s highlights.

Daytona with its world famous beach and speedway are only 10 minutes away. Ormond by the Sea is conveniently close to everything Daytona has to offer yet offers the luxury of semi-private beaches and quiet relaxation.

Orlando is only 60 miles away with all the world renowned attractions of Disney world, Sea World, MGM, Universal Studios, and a myriad of unlimited entertainment, restaurants and shopping.

St. Augustine, the oldest city in the U.S., is a charming destination of history, art, restaurants and shopping. Quaint cobblestone streets and well preserved historical buildings take you far back in time. Nearby Outlet Malls offer the best of what’s now.

Tomoka State Park is the perfect place to enjoy the variety of wildlife, birds and plants this region offers. This is where you can walk for miles on secluded beaches.

There are many excellent golf courses, deep sea fishing, pier fishing, water skiing, scuba diving, wind sailing, jet skiing, parasailing and go carts. Nearby Adventure Land Water Park is a popular destination along with 4 hour casino cruises from Ponce Inlet.

Whether you golf, boat, fish, play tennis, come for the races or biking events, Ormond by the Sea is where you want to be.

The famous "Loop"

It's like no other ride It's freedom, sunshine, open road and graceful curves. It's called the Loop and for motorcycle enthusiasts everywhere, it's a riders dream. If you have never taken the Loop, we recommend it highly! This leisurely ride will give you a feel for Florida's natural beauty. Check out Ormond Park and the Fairchild Oak tree - one of Florida's oldest living Oaks. Bring your camera, maybe a boxed lunch, and enjoy. The Loop is approximately 22 miles long and a must for riders who enjoy an open road and Florida's natural beauty.

The famous "Ponce Inlet Lighthouse"

Located at the southern-most tip of the Daytona Beach area is Ponce Inlet, a scenic fishing village with a very "Old Florida" charm. Here you'll find some of the area's best seafood restaurants and the 100-year old Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, which offers visitors a chance to climb to the top for a spectacular view of the area. Take a quick ride on Beach Street and its overhanging trees. The lighthouse at night is spectacular.

Around Ormond Beach

The community of Ormond Beach is separated by the Halifax River on the west, and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the east. This location, in addition to many pristine lakes, forests and streams, makes it an ideal location for a myriad of outdoor activities. White sand beaches for sunning and relaxation, water and jet skiing, surfing, scuba diving, fishing, windsurfing, tennis and golf. You name it and Ormond Beach has it.

Tomoka State Park

The scenic Tomoka State Park is located just three miles north of town and is known for its camping, fishing and boating. It’s also the site of a Timucuan Indian settlement discovered in 1605 by Spanish explorers and has numerous walking and biking paths. Nearby, the Bulow Creek State Park preserves one of the largest remaining stands of Southern Live Oak Forests along the East Coast of Florida.

Attractions near or in Ormond Beach

Ponce de Leon Inlet Light Station

Main Street Pier

Mary McLeod Bethune Home

Volusia Mall

Howard Thurman Home

Daytona USA

Museum of Arts and Sciences

Daytona International Speedway

Daytona Beach Shores

Sugar Mill Botanical Gardens

Marine Science Center

Lighthouse Point Park

St-Augustine

Casino gambling

Well if you like to gamble once in a while and don't want to go to Vegas or Mississippi, then you are only 20 miles away from a casino boat. Sun Cruz CASINO leaves from Ponce Inlet.

• Over 200 slots, from $.05 to $100
• Blackjack
• Roulette
• Craps (5X Odds)
• Let It Ride
• Mini Baccarat
• 3 Card Poker
• Live Poker
• Live Entertainment
• Free Well Drinks While Gaming
• Delicious Hot Lunch & Dinner Meals Available
• Free Parking
• Group Rates Available

Golf courses in the area (just to name a few)

Club de Bonmont at Plantation Bay
Private, 18 hole, 7164 yds, Par 72, CR-74.8, S-137

Halifax Plantation
Semi-private, 18 hole, 7101 yds, Par 72, CR-74.1, S-128

Oceanside Golf & Country Club
Private, 18 hole, 6406 yds, Par 72, CR-71.8, S-126

Prestwick Golf Club at Plantation Bay
Private, 18 hole, 6402 yds, Par 71, CR-71.3, S-131

River Bend Golf Club
Semi-private, 18 hole, 6821 yds, Par 72, CR-72.7, S-135

Riviera Country Club
Semi-private, 18 hole, 6250 yds, Par 71, CR-68.0, S-114

Tomoka Oaks Golf & Country Club
Semi-private, 18 hole, 6745 yds, Par 72, CR-72.1, S-124

Daytona Beach Golf & Country Club
North Course, public, 36 hole, 6338 yds, Par 72
South Course, public, 36 hole, 6229 yds, Par 71

Indigo Lakes Golf Club
Semi-private, 18 hole, 7131 yds, Par 72, CR-73.5, S-128

-> LPGA International <-
Champions Course, Semi-private, 36 hole, 7088 yds, Par 72
Legends Course, Semi-private, 36 hole, 6984 yds, Par 72

Pelican Bay North Country Club
Private, 18 hole, 6829 yds, Par 72, CR-73.1, S-134

Pelican Bay South Country Club
Semi-private, 18 hole, 6630 yds, Par 72, CR-71.9, S-123

Spruce Creek Country Club
Semi-private, 27 hole, 6894 yds, Par 72, CR-73.1, S-128

Airports

DAYTONA BEACH INTERNATIONAL
(about 12 miles; DAYTONA BEACH, FL; ID: DAB)

ORLANDO SANFORD
(about 68 miles; ORLANDO, FL; ID: SFB)

JACKSONVILLE
(about 95miles; JACKSONVILLE, FL; ID: JAX)