Flagler Beach is a beautiful beachside community located between Daytona Beach and St. Augustine. Visitors are greeted by long stretches of pristine beaches, a variety of appealing restaurants, cute shops, and a long pier with plenty of space for fishing. Several state parks and a handful of nature preserves are located just minutes from the downtown area, and there are plenty of areas for hiking, walking, jogging, and biking. Flagler Beach has its own municipal airport, but it is also easily reached when coming from Daytona Beach International Airport.
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area
The Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area sits between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway.
- The beach is the park's main feature, and guests often come here to swim, sunbathe, or fish.
- The park offers plenty of spots where visitors can have picnics or relax with family and friends, and overnight guests can stay in one of the park's two campgrounds.
- The recreation office located inside the park has canoes, kayaks, and bicycles available for rent.
- Visitors with their own watercrafts can use the park's boat launch ramp for easy access to the water.
- Stay at the Island Cottage Inn.
3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 386-517-2086
Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park
Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park is a tribute to the sugar plantations that dotted East Florida during the mid 1800s, and this particular site was home to the Bulow family.
They produced sugar cane, rice, cotton, and indigo. Now visitors come to the plantation to see what is left of their sugar mill and home. The park provides a boat ramp for easy access to Bulow Creek, plenty of room for fishers, and picnic areas that are ideal for family outings and group gatherings. Visitors can also walk or bike along the park's numerous trails.
3501 Old Kings Road, Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 386-517-2084
Flagler Beach Historical Museum
Prehistoric bones and dehydrated astronaut food are among the quirky artifacts that attract visitors to the Flagler Beach Historical Museum, which has a large collection of items that represent the history of Flagler Beach as well as the history of Florida.
Photos, oral histories, and newspaper clippings give visitors a unique perspective of Flagler Beach's past. Community involvement is high since adults and children have plenty of opportunities to help with local preservation efforts through the museum's volunteer program as well as its many events.
207 S. Central Avenue, Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 386-517-2025
Betty Steflik Memorial Preserve
People who love the outdoors have plenty of options for keeping busy at the Betty Steflik Memorial Preserve.
This 200-acre space has a long, scenic walking trail, areas for wildlife viewing and bird watching, spots for fishing, and a waterway for kayaking and canoeing.
There is also a picnic pavilion that can be rented out for special events and gatherings.
815 Moody Ln., Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 386-313-4020
Flagler Beachfront Winery
A family of five started the Flagler Beachfront Winery in early 2012. By building partnerships with grape growers throughout the United States, the Flagler Beachfront Winery is quickly achieving its goal of bringing Floridians unique flavors from all across the country. At the winery guests can buy wine by the bottle or by the glass.
Tapas, flatbreads, and gourmet desserts are also available for purchase. Locals and visitors can join the winery's fan club for 20 percent off of certain wine purchases, free samples of new releases, and invitations to special events and classes.
611 N Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 386-693-4950
The Golden Lion Cafe
Miles of golden white sand, clear blue sky, endless expanses of ocean, pelicans diving for fish and palm trees swaying in the breeze. That is Flagler Beach, which offers you tropical Florida paradise at its best. And when you had enough of sun, shake off the sand from your flip flops and head to The Golden Lion Cafe for one of their famous cool cocktails and some of the best fish and chips you have ever tasted.
Sit in your bathing suit at their charming tiki bar right on the beach or check the views from their picturesque upper deck. You can watch the dolphins frolicking, stately whales passing by and kids playing in the shallows while you are indulging in some fabulous margaritas, tart pina coladas or cool glass of wine. Whatever you pick from their extensive menu is excellent and super fresh. Their original key lime tartar sauce makes their famous fish and chips or battered shrimps an experience. And when the night falls and one of the great local bands or musicians step on the stage, you will know why the Golden Lion Café is a favorite of locals as well as tourists.
500 Florida A1A A1A, Flagler Beach, FL 32136, 386-439-3004
Oceanside Beach Bar & Grill
Oceanside Beach Bar & Grill is a family-owned business nestled up against the sparkling Florida coast. With a large patio that provides panoramic ocean views, a full service bar, and a selection of Italian, Greek, and Mexican fare, it is no surprise that the Oceanside Beach Bar & Grill is the top-rated Flagler Beach restaurant on TripAdvisor.
The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the menu has an extensive list of freshly caught seafood dishes and plenty of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
1848 S Oceanshore Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 386-439-6345
Down to Earth Pottery
Down to Earth Pottery consists of a gallery, a pottery school, and a gift shop. Down to Earth offers four-week pottery classes for adults and children that cost between $115 and $125.
Artists can also reserve studio time by the hour or per month. Additionally, parties and classes for youth groups can be arranged with the studio staff.
Beautiful handmade gifts such as bowls, cups, plates, and jewelry are available to purchase from Down to Earth's website or in-person at the Flagler Beach studio.
805 N Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 973-768-6158
Funky Pelican
Funky Pelican is located directly on the Flagler Beach pier, and the endless ocean views and laidback environment make this restaurant a popular choice among visitors and locals alike.
Guests can dine inside the restaurant or on the outside patio. The Funky Pelican serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Seafood as well as traditional Southern comfort dishes make up the majority of the menu options, but the Funky Pelican also has a wide selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, and burgers.
215 Highway A1A, Flagler Beach, FL, 32136, 388-439-0011
North Peninsula State Park
North Peninsula State Park consists of nearly three miles of unspoiled, beautiful beach near Flagler Beach, Florida. Guests can try their luck at surf fishing or simply relax with a swim in the refreshing ocean water. From May to September, green, loggerhead, and occasionally leatherback turtles journey to the state park’s shores to nest. Smith Creek Landing provides access for visitors to fish or crab along the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway. There are also opportunities for hiking along the Coastal Strand Trail and biking along the Ormond Scenic Loop as well. The park also features a bicycle maintenance station.
40 High Bridge Rd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176, 386-517-2086
