For a lively blend of arts and action, look no further than New Smyrna Beach! Surfer Magazine once named New Smyrna Beach the No. 5 Top Surf Town in the United States for its steady swells and water-loving culture. Access to Ponce Inlet makes for effortless boating adventures, too — whether you’re into water sports or want to charter a family fishing trip.

You can even get Fido in on the fun, and bring your pup the local dog-friendly beach at Smyrna Dunes Park — or check out the local farmer’s market together! Once you’ve enjoyed half a day on the water, head to the Canal Street Historic District for shopping or a delicious bite to eat — there’s always something going on here.

As far as accolades, New Smyrna Beach boasts quite a few. Only In Your State calls it Florida’s Best Small Town for a Weekend Escape, while Travel and Leisure says New Smyrna Beach is the state’s Most Underrated Seaside City. Say that five times fast!