The Marine Discovery Center is a gateway to understanding and experiencing the Indian River Lagoon, one of Florida’s most remarkable estuary ecosystems. Guided by a long-range vision of a healthy lagoon preserved for generations, MDC connects visitors and locals to the IRL’s natural beauty, incredible diversity of species, and rich fishery through education, hands-on programs, and on-the-water experiences. Whether you’re learning about the habitats that make the lagoon thrive or spotting wildlife in its protected waters, the Center helps deepen appreciation for this special place while inspiring stewardship of the lagoon and the life it supports.

The New Smyrna Speedway is a must-see for motorsports fans, delivering some of the area’s best weekly racing along with a lineup of special events throughout the year. Beyond the grandstands, the track has also earned a reputation as a serious proving ground—highly utilized in recent years as a prime testing facility for teams from NASCAR’s Nationwide, Camping World Truck, and Sprint Cup series. Whether you’re a lifelong race fan or just looking for a high-energy night out, the Speedway brings the roar, the speed, and the hometown racing tradition all in one place.

Walk through the white picket fence at the Ponce Inlet & Lighthouse Museum and step back in time at one of the nation’s best-preserved historic light stations, maintained by the Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse Preservation Association. Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1998, this iconic landmark is the tallest lighthouse in Florida and the second tallest masonry lighthouse in the United States. Visitors can climb 203 steps to the top of the 175-foot tower for sweeping views of Ponce Inlet, the shoreline, and the surrounding inland waterways. The museum is open year-round, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.