Nestled among the moss-draped trees along the shores of the picturesque Indian River in Volusia County, New Smyrna Beach is a tiny yet beautiful city of Florida. It is situated near the central east coast of Florida, and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the inter-coastal waterway to the west. New Smyrna Beach is an all season destination with geography and climate that can match to every outdoor activity, adventure and water sports. Today, it is one of the emerging vacation destinations of Florida and considered as home to various historic sites, art galleries and beachside shopping boutiques. New Smyrna Beach vacation rentals facilitated with contemporary amenities are yet another feature of this city and complement the tranquil ambiance of Volusia County.

New Smyrna Beach is dotted with several beautiful and captivating beaches. Considered to be the world's safest bathing beach; miles of stretching shoreline and the pristine waters of its beaches offer plenty of opportunities for water sports lovers like surfing, kayaking, swimming, scuba diving and beachcombing. If you want to enjoy a refreshing break near the sea shore, then staying atNew Smyrna Beach condos and house rentals, which are just stone's throw from these beaches can be your best bet. Just in case, if you are looking for more fun and excitement, then the Indian River, Indian River Lagoon and the local lakes provide perfect environment to enjoy fishing. You can enjoy off-shore fishing at different deep-sea charters available in the Atlantic Ocean. The New Smyrna Beach offers some of the stunning private and semi-private golf courses where you can practice your golfing skills.

The beaches of New Smyrna are home to hundreds of fascinating plant and animal species and include some of the well known nature conserve areas. Canaveral National Seashore down to the south of New Smyrna Beach is one such 13-mile stretch of barrier island beach where bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts can explore a variety of birds and animals. For those who prefer to spend their time enjoying nature's bounties can feast their eyes on 1,045 species of plants and 310 species of birds and other endangered species that include loggerhead, green and leatherback sea turtles, West Indian Manatee and much more. There are other multitudes of parks situated inland and close to the Indian River that are actually the sites built by European immigrants, such as the Turnbull Ruins. On Riverside Drive, there is a beautiful park where people can fish and watch baby dolphins frolicking in the river.

New Smyrna Beach offers variety of attractions that correlates the beach life and the arts. Known as the art capitol of the south, this city houses the Atlantic Center for the Arts, an artist's colony that showcases the master artisans of all genres, including writers, musicians and painters. There are many other attractions like the Little Theatre, Arts on Douglas and galleries where you can view some of the best highlights of local pottery and landscape art. Further, an antique and bustling district on Canal Street and other trendy beachside boutiques on Flagler Avenue are the places you can explore to know more about the art of this area. Just few steps down this street, you have local seafood centers and restaurants where you can taste different cuisines including Greek, Chinese, Mexican, Italian and Latin American. The city also has many local cafes situated near to New Smyrna Beach vacation homes where you can have your morning breakfast or some finger snacks. If you are looking for a pleasing shopping experience then stroll around the streets and visit different boutiques, antique shops, art galleries and casual clothing stores. Vacation in New Smyrna Beach can be your outstanding experience as you can enjoy all the facets of an ideal vacation starting from outdoor activities, shopping centers, fine dinning restaurants to interesting views of scenic locales.