Exploring the Emerald Coast
Destin and the neighboring towns of the Emerald Coast
Snuggled against the Gulf of Mexico in northwest Florida, Destin is rightfully famed for its sugar-white sands and emerald-hued waters. And due to its plentiful and always hungry underwater population, Destin is widely known as the "world's luckiest fishing village."
Destin is a city in northwest Florida, in the area known as the Panhandle. It's known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and many golf courses, as well as the Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Nature trails pass through the dunes of Henderson Beach State Park in the south, where the coastline is dotted with pine and oak trees sheltering wildlife. To the west are the tall slides, waterfalls and pools of Big Kahuna’s water park
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Destin
Destin is a city in northwest Florida, in the area known as the Panhandle. It's known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and many golf courses, as well as the Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Nature trails pass through the dunes of Henderson Beach State Park in the south, where the coastline is dotted with pine and oak trees sheltering wildlife. To the west are the tall slides, waterfalls and pools of Big Kahuna’s water park
Fort Walton Beach is a small city in the Florida Panhandle. It’s known for fine white-sand beaches on adjacent Okaloosa Island. The island’s Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is home to dolphins, penguins and alligators. The Indian Temple Mound Museum includes the prehistoric Temple Mound and Native American artifacts. Northeast, the Air Force Armament Museum displays artifacts and aircraft from WWI to the present
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Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach is a small city in the Florida Panhandle. It’s known for fine white-sand beaches on adjacent Okaloosa Island. The island’s Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is home to dolphins, penguins and alligators. The Indian Temple Mound Museum includes the prehistoric Temple Mound and Native American artifacts. Northeast, the Air Force Armament Museum displays artifacts and aircraft from WWI to the present
Grayton Beach is a small, historic beach village on the Florida Panhandle Gulf coast halfway between Destin and Panama City in Walton County and adjacent to Grayton Beach State Park.
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Grayton Beach
Grayton Beach is a small, historic beach village on the Florida Panhandle Gulf coast halfway between Destin and Panama City in Walton County and adjacent to Grayton Beach State Park.
This South Walton neighborhood brings back the feel of those classic coastal enclaves. It features scenic beach roads, surf shops, fabulous restaurants, beachfront homes, and beachside resorts and condos with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
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Miramar Beach
This South Walton neighborhood brings back the feel of those classic coastal enclaves. It features scenic beach roads, surf shops, fabulous restaurants, beachfront homes, and beachside resorts and condos with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Navarre, a compact beach community found just east of Pensacola at the far northwestern tip of the state, beckons with 12 miles of pristine white shoreline.
Nestled between Gulf Islands National Seashore and Navarre Beach Marine Park, this beach community offers solitude and simplicity. Its pristine beaches are named among the best in the nation year after year, and visitors compare crossing Navarre Bridge to transcending paradise time and time again.
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Navarre
Navarre, a compact beach community found just east of Pensacola at the far northwestern tip of the state, beckons with 12 miles of pristine white shoreline.
Nestled between Gulf Islands National Seashore and Navarre Beach Marine Park, this beach community offers solitude and simplicity. Its pristine beaches are named among the best in the nation year after year, and visitors compare crossing Navarre Bridge to transcending paradise time and time again.
Okaloosa Island, also recognized as Santa Rosa Island, supports sandy white beaches and a portion is a part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore. Locals refer to this part of the panhandle as “The Dunes”
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Okaloosa Island
Okaloosa Island, also recognized as Santa Rosa Island, supports sandy white beaches and a portion is a part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore. Locals refer to this part of the panhandle as “The Dunes”
This neighborhood is just east of Destin on the sugary shores and emerald coast. Home of the vibrant Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin plays host to numerous festivals and events. For those seeking great food and retail therapy in Sandestin, Grand Boulevard features both in a lively town center.
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Sandestin
This neighborhood is just east of Destin on the sugary shores and emerald coast. Home of the vibrant Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin plays host to numerous festivals and events. For those seeking great food and retail therapy in Sandestin, Grand Boulevard features both in a lively town center.
Fun place to explore with creative food trucks. Oh, did I mention the gorgeous beach?
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Seaside
Fun place to explore with creative food trucks. Oh, did I mention the gorgeous beach?
Activities around Destin
Vacations in Destin and The Emerald Coast in Florida are all about having fun with those you love. From museums and water parks, to arcades and dolphin encounters, our attractions are as varied as the fish in the sea.
Banana Bart
620 Harbor BlvdTake a break from the beach and hit the water park for a great day of family fun. Walking distance from the resort.
https://bigkahunas.com/
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Big Kahuna'S station
Take a break from the beach and hit the water park for a great day of family fun. Walking distance from the resort.
https://bigkahunas.com/
Buccaneer Pirate Cruise
100 Harbor BlvdCrab Island Cruises
https://www.crabislandcruises.com/
Cruisin Tikis Destin
288 Harbor Blvdhttps://www.cruisintikisdestin.com/
Destin Commons station
https://destincommons.com/
Destin Laser Tag
20011 Emerald Coast Pkwyhttps://www.destinlasertag.com/
Welcome aboard the Sea Blaster...See the sweet dolphins up close with a boat ride through the harbor. They offer a sunset cruise which is a great way to enjoy the sunset.
https://destinseablaster.com/
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Destin's Original Sea Blaster
10 Harbor BlvdWelcome aboard the Sea Blaster...See the sweet dolphins up close with a boat ride through the harbor. They offer a sunset cruise which is a great way to enjoy the sunset.
https://destinseablaster.com/
Fat Daddy's Arcade
20009 Emerald Coast Pkwy
Flippers Snorkel Adventure Destin
500 Harbor Blvdhttps://snorkeladventuresdestin.com/
Gulfarium Gift Shop
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SEhttps://www.gulfarium.com/
Indian Bayou Golf Club
1 Country Club Dr Ehttps://www.indianbayougolf.com/
Just Chute Me Parasail
500 Harbor Blvdhttps://parasaildestin.com/
The Market Shops
9375 Emerald Coast PkwyThe Track
1125 US-98Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club
465 Regatta Bay Blvdhttps://regattabay.com/the-course/
https://beachsandsculptures.com/sand-castle-lessons/destin/
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SandCastle Lessons - Destin Point
2-50 Lands End Drhttps://beachsandsculptures.com/sand-castle-lessons/destin/
Silver Lining Charter Fishing
116 Harbor Boulevardhttp://www.fishdestin.net/
Smile -n- Wave Sailing Adventures
404 Harbor Blvdhttps://sailingindestin.com/
https://www.unclebucksfishbowlandgrill.com/
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Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl and Grill
4251 Legendary Drhttps://www.unclebucksfishbowlandgrill.com/
https://www.urbanairtrampolinepark.com/locations/florida/destin
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Urban Air Adventure Park - Destin, FL
14081 Emerald Coast Pkwyhttps://www.urbanairtrampolinepark.com/locations/florida/destin
Mercado agrícola del Grand Boulevard
600 Grand Blvdhttps://grandboulevard.com/
Fun family place with shops and restaurants.
https://www.baytownewharf.com/
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Baytowne Wharf Boulevard
Fun family place with shops and restaurants.
https://www.baytownewharf.com/
Beautiful state park with historic house- definitely do the guided tour of the house... very interesting history.
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Eden Gardens State Park
Eden Garden State Park RoadBeautiful state park with historic house- definitely do the guided tour of the house... very interesting history.
Bring your beach chair and a good book... great place to lounge for the day and enjoy the beach. $6 to park, bathrooms provided, vending machines, picnic tables. Lots of space so not so crowded with other beachgoers.
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Parque estatal de Henderson Beach
Emerald Coast PkwyBring your beach chair and a good book... great place to lounge for the day and enjoy the beach. $6 to park, bathrooms provided, vending machines, picnic tables. Lots of space so not so crowded with other beachgoers.
Food Scene - Restaurants
Enjoy some of the best and freshest seafood from the “Luckiest Fishing Village in the USA”
This is the onsite bar/restaurant at The Palms of Destin with room service available during peak season. Great menu options, live entertainment on weekends @ Good Vibes bar, outdoor patio bar overlooking the lagoon pool, and poolside service is a bonus! The resort also has a coffee house for your fresh brew in the morning. https://thepalmsofdestinbistro.com/
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The Palms Bistro
4201 Indian Bayou TrailThis is the onsite bar/restaurant at The Palms of Destin with room service available during peak season. Great menu options, live entertainment on weekends @ Good Vibes bar, outdoor patio bar overlooking the lagoon pool, and poolside service is a bonus! The resort also has a coffee house for your fresh brew in the morning. https://thepalmsofdestinbistro.com/
Can walk to this restaurant from the resort (use the traffic light to help cross busy 98)- amazing view, great seafood, and fun place. http://www.theback-porch.com/
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The Back Porch
1740 Scenic Hwy 98Can walk to this restaurant from the resort (use the traffic light to help cross busy 98)- amazing view, great seafood, and fun place. http://www.theback-porch.com/
Fun place right on the harbor- delicious food with a great view.
https://boshamps.com/
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Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House
414 Harbor BlvdFun place right on the harbor- delicious food with a great view.
https://boshamps.com/
Burrito del Sol
201 Miracle Strip Pkwy SEhttps://www.burritodelsol.com/
Quiet and cozy restaurant at Crystal Beach- 2nd story so you can see the ocean from the restaurant. Also has a nice cafe on the ground level. https://www.camillesatcrystalbeach.com/
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Camille's at Crystal Beach
2931 Scenic Hwy 98Quiet and cozy restaurant at Crystal Beach- 2nd story so you can see the ocean from the restaurant. Also has a nice cafe on the ground level. https://www.camillesatcrystalbeach.com/
Best crepes and breakfast croissants in town! Great coffee too. What they may lack in view, they make up for inside with the food. Yummy! http://www.thecapricciocafe.com/
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Capriccio Cafe
810 Harbor BlvdBest crepes and breakfast croissants in town! Great coffee too. What they may lack in view, they make up for inside with the food. Yummy! http://www.thecapricciocafe.com/
Great food with an amazing view.
https://www.captdavesonthegulf.com/
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Captain Dave's On the Gulf
3796 Scenic Hwy 98Great food with an amazing view.
https://www.captdavesonthegulf.com/
Cuvee 30A
12805 US-98https://cuvee30a.com/
Can get breakfast 24/7. Great food and great place for families. Try to visit off peak hours though- gets very crowded.
https://whereindestin.com/donut-hole-destin/
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Donut Hole Bakery Cafe
635 Harbor BlvdCan get breakfast 24/7. Great food and great place for families. Try to visit off peak hours though- gets very crowded.
https://whereindestin.com/donut-hole-destin/
No trip to Destin is complete without a meal at McGuire's. Great for families- see the big moose and the million dollar walls/ceilings. Huge portions- great for plate sharing or taking home leftovers....2 meals for the price of 1. Known for steaks and burgers, Irish dishes are also terrific.
https://www.mcguiresirishpub.com/
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McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98No trip to Destin is complete without a meal at McGuire's. Great for families- see the big moose and the million dollar walls/ceilings. Huge portions- great for plate sharing or taking home leftovers....2 meals for the price of 1. Known for steaks and burgers, Irish dishes are also terrific.
https://www.mcguiresirishpub.com/
Delicious food with a great view of the harbor. Half price drinks from 5-6:00 and if you order your meal before 6:00, it's BOGO- can't beat it. Also great for special occasions- birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
https://marinacafe.com/
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Marina Cafe
404 Harbor BlvdDelicious food with a great view of the harbor. Half price drinks from 5-6:00 and if you order your meal before 6:00, it's BOGO- can't beat it. Also great for special occasions- birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
https://marinacafe.com/
One of my favorite spots for happy hour- drink/food specials and the food is delicous. 790 is located next door to resort- you can walk there. They also offer a Sunday brunch. Check out their dinner menu. https://eatmoregumbo.com/
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790 on the Gulf Restaurant
14073 Scenic Hwy 98One of my favorite spots for happy hour- drink/food specials and the food is delicous. 790 is located next door to resort- you can walk there. They also offer a Sunday brunch. Check out their dinner menu. https://eatmoregumbo.com/