Discover Ormond Beach
Local picks for the best beaches, neighborhoods, restaurants, and events on Florida's Fun Coast.
Your local guide to Ormond Beach, Florida
LOCAL Ormond Beach is an independent guide to the "Birthplace of Speed" — a riverside city on Florida's Atlantic coast with wide, hard-packed beaches, Rockefeller history and canopy-shaded scenic drives. Catch the sunrise on the sand, tour the Casements, paddle the Tomoka River, and explore neighborhoods from Granada Boulevard and the Beachside to Hunter's Ridge.
Only in Ormond Beach
Sunrise, sand & the river
From a sunrise beach walk to a Tomoka River paddle and dinner on Granada, here's how locals spend a perfect Saturday.
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However you're experiencing Ormond Beach
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For Visitors
The beach, the Casements, Tomoka State Park and must-see spots.
For Locals
Neighborhood picks, hidden gems and where to spend Sundays.
For Families
Kid-friendly parks, museums and family dinner spots.
For Movers
Neighborhoods and what it's actually like to live here.
Things to Do & See
Iconic spots, curated for you
The essentials to hit in Ormond Beach.
BeachesOrmond Beach
Wide, hard-packed Atlantic sand — the birthplace of speed, where early racers set land-speed records.
HistoryThe Casements
John D. Rockefeller's winter home on the Halifax River, now a cultural center with free tours.
NatureTomoka State Park
Kayak the Tomoka River, fish from the shore and walk under moss-draped live oaks.
ArtsOrmond Memorial Art Museum
Tropical gardens, koi ponds and rotating exhibits on Granada Boulevard.
Neighborhoods
Find your corner of Ormond Beach
Six distinct neighborhoods — from the Beachside to historic Granada.
Downtown / Granada
Walkable · Historic
Granada Boulevard shops, restaurants, the art museum and the Riverfront Park.
The Beachside
Ocean · Laid-back
A1A condos, beach cottages and sunrise walks between the Halifax and the Atlantic.
Ormond-by-the-Sea
Quiet · Coastal
A sleepy stretch of beach homes near North Peninsula State Park.
Hunter's Ridge
Family · Suburban
Master-planned homes, parks and golf on the west side of town.
Plantation Bay
Golf · Gated
Golf and country-club living near the Flagler County line.
Riverside
Scenic · Established
Shady streets and riverfront homes near the Casements and the Granada Bridge.
Fresh catch, and so much more
Fresh Atlantic shrimp, beachside breakfasts, wood-fired steaks and craft beer on Granada.
- Houligan'sOrmond's longtime sports pub, known for wings and burgers on West Granada.
- Hull's SeafoodA local market and kitchen serving fresh-caught fish and shrimp baskets.
- Betty's AIA GrillBeachside breakfast and brunch counter loved by early risers.
- Stonewood Grill & TavernWood-fired steaks and seafood on West Granada Boulevard.
- The Grind GastropubCraft beer, creative burgers and a lively patio downtown.
Shopping
Where locals actually shop
From converted landmarks to indie strips.
Granada Boulevard
Boutiques, galleries and cafés along Ormond's historic main street.
Ormond Beach Farmers Market
Local produce, baked goods and crafts at Ormond's weekly market.
Beachside A1A Shops
Surf shops, beachwear and souvenirs a block from the sand.
Always something happening in Ormond Beach
The Celtic Festival, Birthplace of Speed, Biketoberfest and riverfront concerts all year.
See the calendar- SpringOrmond Beach Celtic FestivalRockefeller Gardens
- ThanksgivingBirthplace of Speed CelebrationOrmond Beach
- Every ThursdayOrmond Beach Farmers MarketDowntown
- MonthlyConcerts in the ParkRockefeller Gardens