New Smyrna Beach - Mainland

Fun Activities & Entertainment

There’s never a dull moment anywhere in NSB, mainland included! In fact, the mainland is home to its own bustling downtown area, Historic Canal Street! Charming local shops, galleries, and boutiques stand alongside delicious local eateries and fun taverns and bars. Events happen on the regular, like Art Markets and Craft Beer Festivals. Plus, you’ll find everything from beautiful art exhibits to live music at The HUB.

Other mainland favorites include the Atlantic Center for the Arts, the NSB Museum of History, the Museum of East Coast Surfing, Arts on Douglas, and even the New Smyrna Beach Speedway.

So Many Ways to Get on the Water

You may not be directly on the water, but you’re never far from an adventure on the water! Launch a boat into the Indian River from one of NSB’s local boat ramps or riverside parks. Paddle a kayak through Mosquito Lagoon or inlets of the Indian River. Take a river cruise to experience the natural beauty and rich history of the area. Or make a quick trip across the Coronado Bridge to the breathtaking beaches of New Smyrna Beach.

Beautiful Parks and Outdoor Areas

New Smyrna’s mainland is a great place for outdoor lovers! Its 12 city parks feature everything from sports fields and courts to picnic areas and playgrounds to dog parks and boat ramps. You’ll also enjoy amenities like the Racquet Tennis Center or the NSB Municipal Golf Course. Other favorite outdoor areas include historic sites, like Old Fort Park or Sugar Mill Ruins, as well as the Sugar Mill Botanical Gardens and the Turtle Mound prehistoric archaeological site. Nearby, the Blue Springs State Park provides hundreds of acres of breathtaking wilderness to explore and wildlife to observe.

The Most Amazing Golf Around

Love to golf? There’s no better destination than New Smyrna Beach! Besides our lovely public Municipal Course, NSB is home to some truly fabulous private courses, like Hidden Lakes, The Preserve at Turnbull Bay, and The Venetian… just to name a few!