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The Daytona Beach area offers visitors a wide variety of attractions , historical sites  and inland parks for you to experience. In addition to the opportunities below, these sights also have regular tour offerings: Mary McLeod Bethune Home; The Casements; Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp; Cracker Creek and Gamble Place; Lilian Place; Historic Bus Tours and Holiday Tour of Homes offered by Ormond Beach Historical Society Society;  Ponce Inlet Lighthouse ; and Stetson Mansion, named by TripAdvisor as a Top 10 Place to Visit in Florida.

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Experience a fun way to view daytona beach with the locals we offer a variety of tours for you to encounter the best of the best in daytona beach..

Our tours are made to give you an in-depth look at what other tours won’t show you, the local life! We take you to local favorite spots to show you the real Daytona. Here’s a list of the local tours we do to give you an insight into the local lifestyle. 

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Locally operated and family-owned, Fun Coast Tours was born with the mission to add more fun on the coast! While driving around the city one day, we noticed there were many stories to tell in the area from the locals. With that, we created a tour by locals for tourists at a local price. We love telling people visiting the area about the fine history of Daytona Beach and showing sights that have kept many people coming back for years. But, we also love giving our fellow locals an unforgettable experience in their hometown! Our tours give an insight into how the locals live life and the many stories heard from them around the area, while creating a fun and safe environment for everyone. 

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A 75-minute+ narrated boat tour offers sightseeing of the local wildlife in and out of the water such as dolphins, manatees, turtles, exotic birds, and much more. We'll tell you the best places to eat and things to do only a local would know along with some interesting local lore. The Halifax River in Daytona Beach is a beautiful way to see the Dolphins and other wildlife in their natural habitat while also learning interesting information & facts. 

Over a decade of experience making memories on the water, Let us help you customize your private trip with up to 21 people. We can supply your food and drinks, or bring your own, (excluding alcohol, you must bring your own alcohol aboard).

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Come Aboard The Cajun Jack II in a relaxed evening setting to view the waterway during its beautiful dusk hours just before and after sunset. Views of our Iconic Bridges and Harbors spanning throughout the Halifax River Area. The lights at night are an amazing view. The waterway also includes historical waterfront properties, natural habitat, and wildlife including dolphins, manatees, turtles, and countless species of birds.

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Daytona's Premier Bus And Segway Tours Experience

Experience a fun way to view daytona beach with the locals we offer a variety of tours for you to encounter the best of the best in daytona beach..

Our tours are made to give you an in-depth look at what other tours won’t show you, the local life! We take you to local favorite spots to show you the real Daytona. Here’s a list of the local tours we do to give you an insight into the local lifestyle. 

Segway Feel the freedom of sun, sand, waves, and quickness on this thrilling 75 minute adventure! You’ll zip along our beaches and see some of our most interesting sights, all lead by one of our knowledgeable guides. Times book quickly. Reserve your place today!

Dive Bar Crawl Experience some of the best holes in the wall in Daytona! This dive crawl takes you to back to back local favorites, each with a distinct character, great drinks, and fun people. Enjoy two for one specials, great local atmosphere, and no worries about catching a ride. Our Karaoke party bus will get you there while you sing your heart out to your favorite song!

Daytona Beach Private Jeep Bar Crawl We’ll drive you to drink! This one of a kind private tour experience gives you exclusive VIP access to some of Daytona’s seediest hole in the wall spots! Learn local history, hear ghost stories, true crime, and more all while getting buy one, get one deals at each spot we stop. And the best part is that YOU design this tour! Get your own PRIVATE Dive Bar Crawl, Ala Carte Wine Bar Tour, or just tell us what you’re looking to see. This is YOUR TOUR! Whatever you're after, we can make it happen.

Locally operated and family-owned, Fun Coast Tours was born with the mission to add more fun on the coast! While driving around the city one day, we noticed there were many stories to tell in the area from the locals. With that, we created a tour by locals for tourists at a local price. We love telling people visiting the area about the fine history of Daytona Beach and showing sights that have kept many people coming back for years. But, we also love giving our fellow locals an unforgettable experience in their hometown! Our tours give an insight into how the locals live life and the many stories heard from them around the area, while creating a fun and safe environment for everyone. 

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4 Best Dolphin Tours In Daytona Beach!

by waynekask | Mar 31, 2024 | Atlantic Coast , Blog | 0 comments

Last Updated on March 31, 2024

Embarking on one of the best dolphin tours in Daytona Beach will give you the amazing opportunity to see Florida’s wildlife up close.

These tours offer the chance to see these playful and intelligent creatures in their natural Florida habitat, surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Each of the tours is led by an experienced guide that will bring you out into the water and give you the best chance to see dolphins, manatees, tropical fish, and other marine life. 

Dolphins are one of the most majestic sea creatures out there, and seeing them in the wild is something special that you’ll remember forever!

Taking one of these great Daytona Beach dolphin tours is a great way to add a new and unique experience to your Florida vacation! 

Top Choice √ Best Dolphin Cruise In Daytona Beach

Guided Wildlife Eco Kayak Tour In New Daytona Beach

Best Dolphin Tours In Daytona Beach!

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1. Guided Wildlife And Dolphin Kayak Tour

This tour is rated 5 Stars on Viator with over 60 reviews!

Tour length- A pproximately 2 hours

Hop aboard a kayak and head out into the clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, in search of the ocean’s most majestic and beloved creatures; dolphins.

On this kayaking eco tour, your guide will lead you into the Indian River Lagoon, which has lots of biodiversities and is very important to Florida’s ecosystem.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to search for marine life, such as tropical birds or bald eagles, crabs, and fish.

You’ll paddle your way through mangrove tunnels and waterways and allow the guides to walk you through the local history of the area and what animals live here.

And of course, be on the lookout for the wildlife that you’re really here for- the dolphins!

You may also spot Florida manatees on your journey through the lagoon, as they also call this place home. 

Dolphins are very playful creatures, so they may even wander alongside your kayak and you’ll get to see them up close and personal, which is quite an unforgettable experience!

Included in this tour:

Kayak and paddle

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Guided tour

Here’s what a past guest said about this tour:

“Terry was an incredible guide. Exceptionally knowledgeable and informative. She really made the experience one of a kind! We saw crabs in trees and even a dolphin jumping out of the water. She has a great eye. I definitely would not have seen the wildlife without her. Book your tour with Wildlife Eco Kayak tour!”

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2. Dolphin And Manatee Stand-Up Paddleboard Tour

This tour is rated 5 Stars on Viator with over 1450 reviews!

Tour length- Approximately 2 to 3 hours

If you’re looking for a truly unique way to experience the playful and intelligent dolphins of Daytona Beach, this tour allows you to get on the water on a stand-up paddleboard and see them for yourself!

Rather than sitting on a boat or on shore, you can really enjoy the playfulness of the resident bottlenose dolphins as you paddle through the water just off Daytona Beach.

Your guide will lead you along the shore, where you’ll pass under several bridges and a yacht club.

Plus, you’ll make your way through dozens of small islands and shallow canals, which are some of the best locations to spot marine life.

As you make your way along the coastline, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the dolphins in their natural habitat, swimming and playing alongside your paddleboard.

You may also spot the gentle manatees as they float through the water.

You’ll be on the water for around 2 hours, but if your group is enjoying your time with the marine life, the guides will stay with you on the water for a short time longer!

Plus, the guides take into consideration the best starting times for the tours to see lots of dolphins, which is in the morning when they are most active.

So the chances of spotting the wild animals are higher than it is on some of the other tours!

Paddleboard and paddle

Tour guide 

“An amazing spur of the moment activity. We were first timers and the tour guy, Ryan, was excellent with teaching us and showing us a great time; especially in windy conditions. A must do! They’ve totally encouraged a new activity into lives. Thank you. “

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3. Daytona Beach Paddle Pub Tour

 This company is rated 5 Stars on Viator with over 50 reviews!

Tour length- Approximately 1 Hour and 30 minutes

This Paddle Pub dolphin tour in Daytona Beach is not just any old boat tour – it’s a unique and lively experience that combines sightseeing, socializing, and paddling all in one!

Hop aboard this unique and comfortable pontoon boat and get ready to paddle to power the boat. 

While you do have to put in some work, all of your hard efforts will be worth it once you spot the amazing bottlenose dolphins in the water!

As you and your group pedal your way through the calm and scenic Intracoastal Waterway (Halifax River) which flows right through Ponce Inlet, enjoy the beautiful scenery.

You’ll have the opportunity to spot some of the area’s most fascinating wildlife – including the playful and friendly dolphins that call these waters home.

You also might spot sea turtles or tropical fish as you paddle along.

You’ll even pass by some of the best attractions on Daytona Beach, including listening to the live music from several of the beach bars and restaurants.

Another of the best parts of this tour is that you’re able to bring your own alcoholic or nonalcoholic drinks to enjoy on your tour!

There are coolers available to keep your drinks cold, and you don’t have to worry about purchasing expensive drinks.

Party lights and music play as you stroll through the water, in search of wild dolphins, and as you socialize with the others on the boat!

Time aboard the paddle boat

On-board restroom

“Capt Caleb and Maxwell first mate were awesome, accommodating and fun! A great group activity. The views were beautiful and we got to see dolphins. It was a beautiful day and fellow boaters were friendly. Stress free and if you get tired no worries.”

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4. Dolphin And Manatee Private Boat Tour

Tour length- Approximately 2 Hours

If you want to experience seeing the Sunshine State’s amazing marine life, like dolphins and manatees, then a few hours spent on this boat tour by Turtle Mound Tours will make your Florida trip unforgettable!

Pack up your favorite snacks and drinks and board the large pontoon boat with your friends and family as you embark on the water on a private boat tour.

No one else besides your group joins in, so you’ll get to enjoy the tour all by yourselves!

Sit back and relax as your captain drives your boat through the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for marine life!

Dolphins, manatees, turtles, and tropical fish are all often spotted on this tour through New Smyrna Beach.

As you cruise through the pristine waters of the Indian River, your guides will be able to help you watch out for the telltale signs of dolphin activity- from their majestic jumps through the air to their fins popping up above the surface of the water.

Dolphins are such playful and social creatures that they might just swim right up next to your boat!

And because there won’t be anyone else aboard besides your group and the captains, you can enjoy everything even more!

From family photo opportunities to listening to your favorite music as you cruise, this personalized tour is a must-do!

Private boat ride

Life jackets

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Daytona Beach Dolphin Tours – FAQs

Can you see dolphins in daytona beach.

Yes, dolphins are often spotted along the shoreline in Daytona Beach.

But the best way to see these magical creatures is to take a tour, such as this kayaking dolphin tour in Daytona Beach .

On the tour, you’ll get up close and personal with the bottlenose dolphins, as well as other marine life.

What Time Of Day Is Best To See Dolphins At Daytona Beach?

Wild dolphins in Daytona Beach are most active during the morning hours.

They spend time feeding in the morning, and you can often see them jumping through the water.

On this dolphin-watching tour , you’ll head out during the morning to see dolphins in their natural habitat.

What Is The Best Time For Dolphin Tours?

Late spring to the end of summer is the best time to take a dolphin tour in Daytona Beach, as this is when the creatures are the most active.

But, dolphins are able to be seen year-round in Florida, thanks to the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Taking your tour in the morning allows you the best chance to see them.

How Much Is A Dolphin Sunset Cruise?

Depending on which tour you take, dolphin tours can range between $40 to $100 per person in Florida.

Most dolphin-watching tours in Florida take place in the morning, so it is less likely to book a sunset cruise since dolphins are most active in the morning.

What Should I Bring On The Daytona Beach Dolphin Tour?

Never hit the water without your sunscreen.  You’ll want at least SPF 30 to protect from the Florida sun.

Sun Bum Sun Screen 

If you’re planning a boat cruise, quick drying beach towels are an essential item to pack.  Unlike regular towels, quick drying beach towels are made from materials that dry quickly, meaning you won’t have to worry about them getting wet and heavy as the day goes on.

  Quick Drying Beach Towel

Bring back memories from your underwater adventure with this waterproof camera!

Waterproof Camera

Keep your phone dry and take beautiful pictures under water with a waterproof phone case. 

Waterproof Phone Case 

Wrap-Up: Dolphin Tours In Daytona Beach

Spotting dolphins while visiting Florida is one of the most memorable parts of many people’s trips to the Sunshine State.

And when visiting the east coast of the state, you can take dolphin tours in Daytona Beach that allow you to get up close and personal with the magical ocean creatures!

From seeing them splash through the water to watching them cruise alongside your boat or kayak, you’ll never forget your time spent with dolphins in Florida!

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Daytona Beach Dolphin and Manatee Boat Tours

The Ponce Inlet Watersports Eco Tour Boat provides a fully narrated, 90-minute cruise along the Intracoastal Waterways between Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach, Florida, allowing you to take in the breathtaking sights while learning about the local history and wildlife.

The tour is committed to animal welfare guidelines, ensuring that our manatee scenic boat tours are both enjoyable and responsible.

During your cruise, you can anticipate sightings of diverse wildlife like:

• Shore Birds
• Sea Turtles

You may even catch a glimpse of a dolphin surfacing to take a breath, as research has shown that they can remain submerged for eight to ten minutes on average .

What you can bring:

• Snacks/Food

On every trip, we set anchor and get off the boat to explore spoil Islands along the Intracoastal waterways and collect shells.

Don’t forget to look for shells, sand dollars, hermit crabs and other sea creatures! (Collection methods vary depending on conditions).

If you prefer a more personal wildlife viewing experience, consider booking a private eco tour. These exclusive adventures offer a customized journey through the Daytona Beach area, allowing you to embark on Daytona Beach cruises and boat rides that provide intimate encounters with dolphins , manatees, and other marine life. Enjoy the experience of a scenic boat tour along the Intracoastal Waterway in a more private setting!

We are eager to offer personalized Daytona Beach dolphin tours, where you might also catch a glimpse of the majestic Ponce Inlet Lighthouse. Our boat rides Daytona Beach FL promise memorable adventures, and for your convenience, we accept all major credit cards. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely day on the water or an exhilarating experience, our tours are tailored to meet your preferences.

If you’re interested in booking a private eco tour for you and your family , call (386) 405-3445 for more information.

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Boat tours daytona beach, dockside behind caribbean jack's,  (386) 631- 4004, boat trips and tour reservations.

Our Cruises and Tours specialize in a personal sailboat ride experience. Visit our page for  Special Occasion Boat Trips to plan your big day with us! We provide public and private boat ride tours leaving from Daytona Beach. We depart from behind Caribbean Jack's. 

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'Epic!': Expect Daytona's Jeep Beach to go 'really big' when it opens Friday, April 19

HOLLY HILL — Surrounded by several dozen Daytona Beach Jeep Beach volunteers, Charlene Greer, the founder of the annual celebration of the iconic SUV brand and the lifestyle it represents searches for the right way to describe expectations for this year’s 10-day event that officially opens on Friday.

“What’s the proper word?” she asks, pausing for dramatic effect.

“Epic. Yes, I think that’s a good word. With all the changes we’re bringing to the experience of Jeep Beach, this year is going to be really big. We’re all really excited.”

Now in its 21 st year, Jeep Beach has continued to expand, adding the inaugural daylong Jeep Beach Radio Music Fest on the infield at Daytona International Speedway to kick-off the closing weekend of the event that runs through April 28 in Daytona Beach.

Music fest celebrates connection

More: Headed to Jeep Beach in Daytona? Check out One Daytona, offering fun, shopping, dining

On April 26, the music festival will feature the lineup of country singer-songwriter Lee Brice (“One of Them Girls”), country star Craig Morgan, the Wailers, singer-songwriter Maggie Rose and California-based sibling duo the Wheeland Brothers.

Those registered for Jeep Beach can buy reduced price tickets to the music fest during registration. For others, general admission tickets are available for $75 at jeepbeach.com .

The multi-act music festival expands on a "post-Main Event" concert by pop singer-songwriters Colbie Caillat and Tim Montana on the closing weekend of last year’s event.

Check out Jeep Beach Radio: On the radio: Here's the music that powers Daytona Jeep Beach

“Music and Jeeping go hand-in-hand,” Greer said, “so to bring live music to the event and keep it at a family-friendly, community-friendly price point is huge.”

New branded Jeep Beach Bourbon also debuts

An informal pre-event pep rally for some two dozen leaders of the event’s legion of roughly 300 volunteers earlier this week at Copper Bottom Craft Distillery offered sample tastings of yet another new spin-off, Jeep Beach Bourbon, a collaboration between the event and the popular Holly Hill distillery.

It’s the follow-up to Copper Bottom’s previously released Jeep Beach Silver Rum and Jeep Beach Aged Rum. There are two more varieties soon to come, Greer said.

“We love these collaborations to shine a light on local businesses,” Greer said. “These are families, these are our friends, and we want to let people know what they are doing.”

How big is Jeep Beach?

Jeep Beach typically draws tens of thousands of attendees, according to Greer, the event’s executive director and chairwoman. In 2023, the event attracted more than 225,000 visitors and 25,000 Jeeps to Daytona Beach, a throng that represented all 50 states and 34 countries, according to the event’s official website .

In addition, a staff of more than 300 volunteers works a cumulative total of more than 6,700 hours over the event week, beyond time spent in year-round preparation.

At the Copper Bottom event, one of those volunteers, Raul Ramirez, 54, said that he discovered the event and its work to support an array of area charities and community organizations when he moved to Palm Coast from Connecticut about six years ago.

Although initially not a Jeep owner he was inspired by the event to buy his first, a Rubicon Gladiator, about three years ago. Now, his wife also owns one and he’s involved in Jeep Beach volunteer work year-round, he said.

“It’s everything positive that it does to support the community,” he said of the event’s appeal. “I wanted to be part of it because it’s contagious what they do. So I went out and bought a Jeep.”

Nearby, another volunteer, Jada King, 44, travels with her daughter, Rachel, from Salt Springs in Marion County to help with the event.

“It’s just a family,” she said of the community of Jeep owners. “You can buy one and you have instant friends that come with it.”

Jeep Beach built on charitable mindset  

Incorporated as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charity in 2017, Jeep Beach Inc. has donated over $4.1 million to area charities over the past decade through the event’s annual weeklong fund-raising efforts. Recipients include the Boys & Girls Clubs of Volusia & Flagler Counties; the NASCAR Foundation; the Childhood Cancer Foundation, as well as more than 70 additional nonprofit groups.

On its closing day, the event’s community-oriented approach is reflected in the traditional Jeep Beach parade along the sands of Daytona Beach, where an armada of Jeep owners pick up and dispose of trash to leave the beach better than they found it.

What’s the schedule of Jeep Beach events?

Here are a few highlights of the 10-day event:

Kickoff Night: 6-9 p.m. Friday, April 19; Ormond Brewing Company, 301 Division Ave., Unit 15, Ormond Beach.

Official Let’s Get This Party Started, meet-and-greet: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, April 20; Destination Daytona, Interstate 95 and U.S. Highway 1, Ormond Beach.

Jeep Beach 5K and Fun Run: 7:30-11:00 a.m. Sunday, April 21; Riverfront Esplanade, 249 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.

Jeep Beach Luau – Celebrating Jimmy Buffet’s Legacy: 5-9 p.m. April 23; One Daytona, 1 Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach.

Jeeps At The Rock, beach party on the sand behind Hard Rock Hotel: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 24 and 25; Hard Rock Hotel, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach.

JB24 Main Event Show, with vendors, obstacle course and more, sponsored by Daytona Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 26 and 27; Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach.

World Famous Jeep Beach Parade: 6:45 a.m. April 28; The annual closing-day Jeep Beach Parade illustrates the event’s community-oriented mindset. Jeeps start cruising the beach early for the annual “Jeep Beach Sweep” to pick up and dispose of trash to leave the beach better than they found it.

WHAT: Jeep Beach

WHEN: April 19-28

WHERE: Throughout Daytona Beach and Volusia County, including Daytona International Speedway, One Daytona and Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach.

ONLINE: jeepbeach.com  

Ahead of National Pizza Day, here are my favorite pizzerias in the Daytona Beach area

Here are 8 restaurants worth visiting for national pizza day on feb. 9..

No matter the time, mood or occasion, pizza is one savory classic with which you simply can’t go wrong.

Whether grabbing a lone slice for lunch or a large cheese to indulge in from the comfort of your couch, everyone needs a pizza shop they can rely on to satisfy those weekend cravings. Ahead of National Pizza Day (Feb. 9), I have a plethora of go-to spots for meat-layered, meatless and extra cheesy selections . For those looking to take advantage of the upcoming Valentine's holiday , here are a handful of my favorite pizza shops in the Daytona Beach area.

Sergio's Pizza Kitchen and Italian Restaurant

1500 Beville Road, Daytona Beach; 386-317-4777,  Facebook.com.

This charming local pizza shop , nestled within The Shoppes at Beville Road , has made a name for itself since its recent opening, with several frequenting customers boasting the “best pizza in Daytona” online. Owner Sergio Oliverio, no stranger to the pizza-making game, previously owned another successful eatery, then Sergio’s Pizza Restaurant, for over three decades in Long Island, New York. Oliverio notes authenticity, freshness and generationally successful recipes as the foundation of his menu — a collection of made-fresh-daily selections that embrace the restaurateur's Italian roots.

Each pizza uses house-made dough, “only 100% mozzarella,” and delicious, scratch-made sauce from a homemade 60-year-old recipe that calls for San Marzano tomatoes, creating slices where high-quality flavor and freshness shine through every cheesy bite. Sergio’s offers a range of pizza styles like stuffed, Sicilian, thin crust and Mediterranean, with classic options including the Drunk Grandpa ($16 for 12-inch pie) — vodka sauce topped with fresh mozzarella and ricotta cheese; the Everything Pizza ($16 for 12-inch pie) — sausage, meatballs, pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, spinach, broccoli and mozzarella cheese; and, my personal favorite, the Grandma ($20 for 16-inch pie) — thin, golden Sicilian pie crust topped with fresh tomato sauce, garlic, basil, parmigiana cheese and an olive oil sprinkling. The eatery also offers cauliflower and gluten-free crusts.

Pete’s Pizza

1441 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach; 386-253-3707, petespizzadaytona.com

Pete’s Pizza lived up to every rave review and passionate recommendation I received during my weeks-long pizza tour. The Daytona Beach shop, with roots planted in New York, has served authentic New York-style pizza for more than 50 years, over 30 of which have been right here in Daytona Beach. The family-owned shop embraces its Italian roots and takes a simplicity-never-fails approach to pizza, noting during my visit that the eatery ensures the use of only the highest-quality cheeses, fresh ingredients, homemade sauce and a simple, four-ingredient pizza dough made without sugar.

The eatery’s pizza menu includes gluten-free, stuffed, veggie, thin-crust, and meat-piled options, with my personal favorites being the classic pepperoni — priced at $3 per slice or $17.50 for a 16-inch pizza — and the Pete’s Special — priced at $19.95 for a 16-inch round pizza and includes meatballs, pepperoni, sausage, bell peppers, onions and mushrooms. The pizza’s crust was thin and crispy with a good chew, providing the authentic northern flavor of some of my favorite shops back home.

Whether ordering a whole pizza or slice to go, it’s no secret that Pete’s does pizza right.

Don Giovanni Contemporary Italian Pizzeria

1930 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach; 386-310-4135, thedongiovanni.com

Don Giovanni is a community favorite whose classic Italian pizza consistently impresses. Owner Giovanni Spinosa brings generational recipes and authentic flavors — the very ones that once decorated his family’s dinner table in Italy years ago — here to both his Ormond Beach and Port Orange kitchens .

The restaurateur offers house-made pizzas with firm, golden baked crusts that start at $10.99 and are created using homemade sauce, fresh ingredients and authentic, Italian-imported mozzarella cheese. The local shop's pizzas are never too greasy nor overly smothered, always providing a perfect balance of tangy sauce and fresh toppings.

The eatery offers gluten-free and vegan cheese options, and its pizza menu includes an array of options such as the classic cheese pizza; the thick-crust Sicilian; the pepperoni, bacon, ham and salami-layered meat lovers; the Don Giovanni — a mozzarella base, topped with prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and extra virgin olive oil; and the margherita — a red-based selection layered with fresh basil and mozzarella.

Panheads Pizzeria

113 S. Orange St., New Smyrna Beach; 386-428-8738, panheadspizzeria.com

This family-owned New Smyrna Beach staple serves up unique pizza in a casual, rock-themed local shop. The Guy Fieri-approved restaurant was started as a brother and sister family-venture, created to carry on their grandmother’s beloved pizza recipes. All pizzas are made fresh, in-house with a promise of high-quality ingredients, homemade red sauce and dough, as well as their own delicious cheese blend — not to mention Panheads slow smokes its own meats and creates its own rubs and seasonings.

The eatery is known for its pizza flight — a more-bang-for-your-buck option priced at $29.99 that allows pizza-cravers to indulge in four unique selections at once. Panhead’s rectangular pizzas are made with a crust thicker than others, that offers a crispy outer crunch and soft, doughy center, and its menu includes my cheesy, personal favorite, the Nothing But a Good Time — pepperoni, sausage, ham, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, black olives; the Simple Man — Roma tomatoes, fresh basil and melted mozzarella; and the Sweet Home Alabama — roasted chicken, mushrooms, bacon, ranch drizzle.

Nonne’s Italian Restaurant & Sports Bar

5901 S. Ridgewood Ave., Port Orange; 386-675-6066, nonnesitalian.com

This new-to-Port-Orange eatery has already earned itself quite a robust following for its fresh-made pizza and innovative Italian offerings. Nonne’s Italian Restaurant & Sports Bar is a personal go-to — a laid-back, reliable favorite that keeps things simple, and makes a consistently delicious pizza whose crust is never too thick and doughy nor overly crisp.

Owner Joey Condercuri makes the dough from scratch daily, and layers his cheesy pies in a secret, homemade sauce — its rich flavor, which is neither spicy, nor overly sweetened, keeps me, like many, returning for another slice.

The eatery offers 12- and 16-inch pizzas beginning at $13, as well as a 10-inch, gluten-free cauliflower pizza. While its plain cheese is a never-fails favorite, Nonne’s menu also includes the packed supreme pizza — a personal favorite, layered with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, green peppers, black olives and extra cheese; the meat lovers pizza — bacon, ham, sausage, pepperoni, ground beef and extra cheese; and the vegetarian pizza — mushrooms, onions, green peppers, spinach, fresh tomatoes, black olives and extra cheese.

Gabbie's Pizza

5537 S. Williamson Blvd., Port Orange; 386-675-6586, gabbiespizza.net

With owners from New York, Gabbie's Pizza serves up some of the best pizza in Port Orange, and boasts authenticity as the foundation of its extensive menu. The frequented pavilion shop offers regular 14- and 18-inch whole pizzas and 10-inch gluten-free pizzas beginning at $11.95, as well as by the slice cheese pizza for $2.75

The local go-to is known for its New York-style, hand-stretched pies, high-quality, flavorful ingredients and golden, crispy crust — not to mention you can watch the dough being tossed right in front of you at the eatery's open kitchen area.

The pizza wasn't overly sauced or soggy, and, during my visit, the owner noted that the scratch-made selections use only 100% Grande cheese — no blends.

The restaurant's varied pizza menu includes the Biancaneve — white pizza with ricotta, mozzarella and spinach; the supreme pizza — sausage, pepperoni, onions, mushrooms, black olives and green peppers; the classic cheese — one of the most flavorful, plain slices I've tried with a perfect cheese-to-sauce ratio and subtle crunch; and the Ortolana — onions, mushrooms, eggplant, artichokes and peppers.

Bronx House Pizza

1290 W. Granada Blvd., Unit 200, Ormond Beach; 386-888-6699, bronxhousepizza.com

This “obsessively authentic” local chain is an ever-growing community favorite for good reason. As its name suggests, the popular pizza shop serves made-fresh-daily, New York-style slices as well as other Italian favorites. The eatery prides itself on its meticulously prepared pizza dough — created using a “multi-step fermentation process” — and promises light, crispy, golden-baked pizza whose subtle crunch, depth of fresh flavors and authenticity leaves a lasting impression.

Bronx House’s menu includes New York pizza — made with thoughtfully seasoned, vine-ripened tomato sauce and whole milk mozzarella — as well as double-fermented Detroit pan pizzas, build-your-own-style pizza, personal pies and cauliflower pies. My go-tos for the eatery’s gourmet pizza selections include the classic plain cheese (priced at $17.99 for a large, 16-inch pizza) whose crust wasn’t overly thin or crispy, but rather firm with a good chew, and the Beast of Burden — a house specialty pizza priced at $23.99 for a large and made with rich, tangy New York pizza sauce, pepperoni, meatballs, mozzarella and creamy ricotta dollops.

Pizza Pazza Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant

3761 S. Nova Road, Suite 224, Port Orange; 386-492-7831, pizzapazzaportorange.com

Pizza Pazza , a local gem in Port Orange that recently welcomed new owners, the Failla family, offers delicious, homemade pizza in a quaint, casual setting. In connection to both their Sicilian and northern pizzeria-owning roots, the family prides itself on high-quality cuisine , authenticity and rich flavors made possible through the use of homemade, slightly sweet sauce, hand-tossed dough, Italian-imported mozzarella cheese, and fresh ingredients.

The eatery’s pizza menu offers gluten-free, plain pizza and by-the-slice selections from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., and showcases a variety of 12- and 16-inch perfectly-thin pizzas that start at $10.99 and include selections like the Grandma — a rich layering of fresh mozzarella, homemade, slightly sweet sauce, chopped garlic, parmesan cheese and fresh basil;  the Firecracker — long hot peppers, breaded shrimp, mozzarella di bufala, and fresh basil; and the bruschetta pizza — mozzarella cheese, fresh marinated tomatoes and a balsamic glaze.

Helena Perray is the restaurant and dining writer for The Daytona Beach News-Journal. A New Jersey native and passionate storyteller, she can be contacted at [email protected]. Follow her on  Instagram  and  Facebook . Support local journalism by  subscribing