The decision eliminates Richmond, Va., and Kansas City., Kan. from consideration.
Earlier this year, NASCAR officials toured the five cities that submitted bids for the Hall of Fame. The stock-car racing series has said it wants the attraction to appeal to both race fans and those new to the sport, reports USATODAY.
Daytona Beach is home to NASCAR's headquarters and the ISC-owned Daytona International Speedway. The two-mile track hosts the Daytona 500 - the biggest race of the year - and Daytona USA, a NASCAR-themed interactive museum, is on its property.
Atlanta and Charlotte both have popular tracks that are owned by Speedway Motorsports Inc., the top rival to ISC.
Atlanta's bid for the Hall of Fame had considerable corporate backing, and many of NASCAR's top sponsors are based in the city.
