Ponce Inlet, “where the ocean meets the river”, is a world apart, offering a living or vacation ambience unlike any other. A barrier island south of Daytona it is nestled between the Atlantic and Intercoastal waterways and serves up a true taste of “Olde Florida” culture with a diverse personality and intriguing seasonal and year-round populations. One of the most beautiful beach destinations in Florida, Ponce Inlet attracts those looking to escape to the beauty that abounds on our special Island. Originally named Ponce De Leon Inlet now calling itself the Town of Ponce Inlet it is home of the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse a nationally recognized historic landmark and the tallest lighthouse in Florida. Ponce Inlet also has the Marine Science Center, Ponce Inlet Jetty and Timucuan Oaks Garden. People fall in love touring our quaint town, exploring our vast stretches of uncrowded beach, and sampling the "simple life" which lives on today.  Check out Virtua Volusia for some great 360° Panorama shots!  http://www.virtualvolusia.com
 

Best of Ponce Inlet

Best Burger: Boondocks mushroom & Provolone with fries www.boondocksdining.com

Best Haircut: Cherise’s Salon - great mani/pedi too! www.cherises.com

Best View: From the top of Ponce Inlet Lighthouse at sunset www.ponceinlet.org

Best Festival: Inlet Harbor Shrimp Festival www.inletharbor.com

Best Breakfast: Mike’s Galley @ Beach Quarters Hotel - home cooking and fresh baked breads!

Best Person to Know: Margi Richard “Citizen of the Year” City of Ponce Inlet

Best Surf Break: The Inlet

Best Secret Spot: Oyster Shell Indian Mounds in Ponce Preserve

Best place to watch the sunset: the boardwalk at the Preserve

Best Treats: Dairy Bar twisted cone at Dunlawton Bridge

Best Barefoot Bar: North Turn Restaurant on the beach www.racingsnorthturn.com

Best Rainy Day escape: Marine Science Center www.marinesciencecenter.com

Best Disappearing Act: Rent a pontoon at Adventure Yacht Harbor and picnic at “Disappearing Island” until the tide rolls in. www.adventureyachtharbor.com

Best Fish Basket: Our Deck Down Under & kids can feed the fish right off the dock (under Dunlawton Bridge)

Best fresh fish: King’s Seafood under Dunlawton Bridge – take it home and fry it up!

Best Family Pizza: Jerry’s Restaurant 386-760-2200

Best Restaurant Delivery: Genovese’s Italian Café www.genovesesitaliancafe.com

Best Bar for a Beer: “Down the Hatch” outside listening to music next to Sea Love Marina www.down-the-hatch-seafood.com

Best for “man’s best friend”: Happy Tails Dog Park on Peninsula

Best place to get your surf gear: MadDog Surf Shop www.surfmaddog.com