With speed, sea, science and rich history, educators will find endless student educational opportunities in Daytona Beach, Florida
From historical attractions such as Daytona International Speedway, Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and Jackie Robinson Ballpark to adventurous group activities at Daytona Lagoon Water Park and Family Fun Entertainment Center and K1 Speed Daytona, the destination offers a wide range of activities through a specially designed student education tour itinerary to both have a fun-filled experience and learn at the same time.
Daytona Motorsports for Student Groups
Daytona Beach, Florida, is home to a world-renowned attraction that’s perfect for student field trips. A trip to Daytona Beach should include a visit to the world-famous Daytona International Speedway. On the daily track tours, students will go behind the scenes and discover how the 31-degree high banks were created, visit Victory Lane and view the winning DAYTONA 500 car. Also included is a ticket to the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, which honors all forms of racing.
Student Field Trips to the Marine Science Center
At the Marine Science Center in nearby Ponce Inlet, students can learn about the area’s rich marine life–the inhabitants and ecosystems. Through innovative learning experiences, visitors can view seabirds and sea turtles in rehabilitation, get hands-on in a teaching lab, and explore exhibit galleries and a nature trail.
Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
And any visit to Ponce Inlet must include a stop at the historic 175-foot Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse in the state of Florida and third tallest in the United States. Visitors can climb the 203 steps to the top of this National Historic Landmark and enjoy the spectacular, 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Steeped in history, the pristine lighthouse museum grounds also offer a rare glimpse into the lives of former lighthouse keepers with artifacts on lighthouse life, a rare Fresnel Lens exhibit, as well as Cuban rafts found washed ashore.
Daytona Aquarium & Rainforest Adventure
Back in Daytona Beach, the 55,000-square-foot Daytona Aquarium & Rainforest Adventure provides an interactive educational experience featuring animals from both land and sea. It has close to 40 separate exhibits, including a 100,000-gallon shark exhibit and two touch pools with a 12,000-gallon stingray touch pool. There are also habitats for alligators, frogs and lizards.
Museum of Arts and Sciences for Students
The Smithsonian-affiliated Museum of Arts and Sciences is home to a state-of-the-art, newly renovated planetarium with an upgraded projector and new projection system, vast permanent collections, restored railroad cars, Cuban art, African art and a hands-on science center.
Jackie Robinson Ballpark Field Trips for Students
Explore the African American history of Daytona Beach at the historic Jackie Robinson Ballpark where ground-breaking African American baseball player Jackie Robinson played in the first integrated Major League Baseball spring training game in 1946. The ballpark, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, features a statue of Robinson and historical markers.
Daytona Tortugas
Visitors can even experience a baseball game as the Daytona Tortugas, a Class Affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, plays games throughout the summer in the oldest operating Minor League ballpark within Minor League Baseball.
Daytona Beach, Florida, for Student Travel
Check out the educational field trip options provided in the Daytona Beach are a and make your plans for a rewarding and educational experience. Visit the Daytona Beach Website to Learn More
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From Daytona Beach Area
- Contact – Kay Galloway
- Phone – 386-255-0415 Ext. 113
- Website – www.daytonabeach.com/travel-trade/itineraries/student-education-tour/
