Palm Coast, Florida Hotel near Central Florida Attractions

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Bask in the sun and surf of Palm Coast, Florida, a delightful coastal community close to some of northeast Florida's best beaches, golf courses, and natural and manmade attractions. Located less than 30 miles north of Daytona and International Speedway, and just 27 miles south of historic St. Augustine, you'll find no shortage of fun things to do when you visit Palm Coast.

Flagler Beach Pier.

A renowned site for sport fishing, Flagler Beach Municipal Pier was built in 1925 and once stretched 844 feet out over the Atlantic Ocean. A popular Palm Coast spot for watching the sunrise, the pier attracts tourists and fisherman, who have caught three state-record fish here. For more information, visit www.Flagleronline.com.

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park.

One of Florida's oldest zoological attractions, located on Anastasia Island in St. Augustine, the Alligator Farm was founded in 1893 and is a force for preservation of alligators and crocodiles. Reptiles, including some 23 species of crocodiles, albino alligators, komodo dragons, as well as numerous exotic birds and mammals make their home at this historic Florida attraction. For more information, go to www.alligatorfarm.us.  [Top]

Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park.

A national historic site, Bulow Plantation was the 1800s homestead of the Bulow family, who farmed sugar, rice, cotton, and indigo here. Visitors can tour the ruins, including the house and slave quarters, and hike several trails along the scenic waterfront. For more information, go to www.floridastateparks.org/bulowplantation.

Daytona International Speedway.

The Daytona 500, Nascar's biggest event and considered the Super Bowl of stock car races, takes place on the Speedway at nearby Daytona Beach every February, when the world's best drivers vie for over a million dollars in prize money.

Daytona also hosts numerous other motorcycle and auto races, including supercross and freestyle sport bike events. For information, visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com.  [Top]

Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Harley Davidson.

The world's largest dealer of Harley Davidson motorcycles and gear, Destination Daytona features more than 500 new Harleys and several hundred used motorcycles in its warehouse - hog heaven for Harley riders. It's located in Daytona Beach, a half hour from Palm Coast, Florida. For information, go to www.brucerossmeyer.com.

Daytona 500 Experience.

Test your driving skills on the track, tour the Speedway, or go a couple rounds on the passenger side with a professional driver at this one-of-a-kind car racing experience. From motion simulator rides to the autos of the future, it's all here at Daytona. For more information, go to www.daytona500experience.com.  [Top]

Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area.

Named for Florida folk singer Gamble Rogers and railroad entrepreneur Henry Flagler, this popular park is a prime spot for swimming, sunbathing, and watching shore birds and nesting sea turtles. Set between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, Gamble Rogers features picnic pavilions, a nature trail, and a boat launch. For information, go to www.floridastateparks.org.

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park.

Beautiful formal gardens replete with azaleas, camellias, birds of paradise, and roses, make up Washington Oaks Gardens, a gift of Louise and Owen Young, who lived here and cultivated the garden starting in 1936. Located along the intracoastal waterway, next to the Matanzas River, the gardens offer views of numerous rare and exotic plant species. Visitors can also hike, picnic, and fish along the coastal shores. For information, go to www.floridastateparks.org.  [Top]

Marineland St. Augustine.

Originally an underwater studio for Hollywood filmmakers, Marineland was built in 1938 as one of the world's first oceanariums. Later, tourists flocked here to view dolphins and other marine creatures. With 1.3 million gallons of habitats, visitors can get up close to dolphins, and even swim with these magnificent mammals. For information, go to www.marineland.net.

Faver-Dykes State Park.

Noted for its unspoiled acres and bird-watching habitats, this state park borders Pellicer Creek and follows Florida's east coast to the Matanzas River. Pellicer Creek is an amazing site during spring and fall bird migrations, with more than 100 species returning to nest every year. Other activities include fishing, picnicking, and nature walks. For information, go to www.floridastateparks.org.  [Top]