Guidebook for Destin
Parks & Nature
This beach is close to our BnB, about 2 miles away. It has swimming, hiking, birding, boating, fishing, and picnicking.
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Henderson Beach State Park
Emerald Coast PkwyThis beach is close to our BnB, about 2 miles away. It has swimming, hiking, birding, boating, fishing, and picnicking.
Beautiful hike, enjoyable beach! This is a favorite spot to visit.
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Grayton Beach State Park
Beautiful hike, enjoyable beach! This is a favorite spot to visit.
Hike the Juniper Creek Trail, and kayak the Blackwater River.
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Blackwater River State Park
Blackwater River State ParkHike the Juniper Creek Trail, and kayak the Blackwater River.
This beach has good hiking and biking trails.
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Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
7525 W County Hwy 30AThis beach has good hiking and biking trails.
Timber Lake Bike Trails
Good hiking and mountain biking, near Eglin Air Force Base.
Walk the board walk, see the nature preserve, then float back to the parking lot. It's the coolest water on a hot day.
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Turkey Creek Park
340 W John Sims PkwyWalk the board walk, see the nature preserve, then float back to the parking lot. It's the coolest water on a hot day.
Bird watching, boat launching, saltwater fishing
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Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
4281 FL-20Bird watching, boat launching, saltwater fishing
This military fort was built in the 1830 to defend Pensacola Bay. Self-guided and schedule tours.
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Fort Pickens
1400 Fort Pickens RdThis military fort was built in the 1830 to defend Pensacola Bay. Self-guided and schedule tours.
year-round hiking amid subtropical scenery, ranging from sand dunes to cypress swamps; from end to end, its a 1,300 mile trek. The trail is a front-row seat to Florida's natural wonders.
Florida Trail
Florida National Scenic Trail year-round hiking amid subtropical scenery, ranging from sand dunes to cypress swamps; from end to end, its a 1,300 mile trek. The trail is a front-row seat to Florida's natural wonders.
Mattie Kelly Park and Nature Walk
825 Beach DrPerdido Key State Park
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
4402 Legendary Dr America's healthiest grocery store
The Fresh Market
4495 Commons Dr W Farm fresh, and delicious
Winn-Dixie
981 US-98 Grocery shopping, weekly savings, and prescription pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
250 E Miracle Strip PkwyDestin Beach Photography Company
4012 Commons Dr WWal-Mart Supercenter station
Destin United Methodist Church
200 Beach DrFood Scene
The Breakfast Table
385 Harbor BlvdGood for breakfast and lunch. Open 7AM to 2PM
Best oysters in town. Locally owed. Panoramic view of Destin Harbor.
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Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House
414 Harbor BlvdBest oysters in town. Locally owed. Panoramic view of Destin Harbor.
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
14073 Emerald Coast PkwyGreat barbecue!
Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer
210D Harbor BlvdFresh seafood, convenient parking
Jackacuda's Seafood & Sushi
36120 Emerald Coast Parkway Waterfront dining in HarborWalk Village
Waterfront dining, Gulf seafood with Creole seasoning
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Louisiana Lagniappe
775 Gulf Shore Dr Waterfront dining, Gulf seafood with Creole seasoning
This is no ordinary restaurant. Prime steaks, broiled to perfection. Very expensive, perfect for a memorable celebration, such as a birthday or anniversary.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House
15000 Emerald Coast Pkwy This is no ordinary restaurant. Prime steaks, broiled to perfection. Very expensive, perfect for a memorable celebration, such as a birthday or anniversary.
Live music, plus a countdown for St Patrick's Day. Large portions, reasonably priced. One plate can be shared by two. From the ceiling, hang one million dollar bills.
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McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98Live music, plus a countdown for St Patrick's Day. Large portions, reasonably priced. One plate can be shared by two. From the ceiling, hang one million dollar bills.
Merlins Pizza
1251 Airport Rdfresh ingredients, fast delivery
Fresh seafood, organic vegetables, high-quality beef, hand-rolled sushi, ranked best in Destin.
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Osaka Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
34745 Emerald Coast PkwyFresh seafood, organic vegetables, high-quality beef, hand-rolled sushi, ranked best in Destin.
Award winning restaurant, local Gulf oysters, and Gulf Coast seafood with a New Orleans flare. The New Orleans, "French Quarter" influence also seasons the steaks, chicken, pasta and so much more.
Half Shell Oyster House
Award winning restaurant, local Gulf oysters, and Gulf Coast seafood with a New Orleans flare. The New Orleans, "French Quarter" influence also seasons the steaks, chicken, pasta and so much more.
First Watch
4427 Commons Dr EThe Local Market
950 Gulf Shore DrCrab Island Adventure
10 Harbor BlvdHarry T's Lighthouse
46 Harbor BlvdLongHorn Steakhouse
544 Mary Esther Cut Off NWJasmine Thai
4463 Commons Dr WLandsharks Pizza Company
1128 Harbor BlvdShake's Frozen Custard
1065 US-98Taste Tapas & Wine Bar
196 Miracle Strip Pkwy SECamille's at Crystal Beach
2931 Scenic Hwy 98Capriccio Cafe
810 Harbor BlvdPazzo Italiano
34904 Emerald Coast PkwyThe Back Porch
1740 Scenic Hwy 98Bric à Brac
824 Gulf Shore DrJersey Mike's Subs
866 US-98Krispy Kreme
795 Highway 98 EastDonut Hole Bakery Cafe
635 Harbor BlvdThai Delights Restaurant
821 Harbor BlvdGood takeout and sit-down dining
Great view, water-front view; short drive without traffic, and good food, too.
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LuLu's Destin
4607 Legendary Marina DrGreat view, water-front view; short drive without traffic, and good food, too.
Island Wing Company
981 Palm StEntertainment & Activities
Great place to worship! Interdenominational church. Conveniently located right off Highway 98 across from the Outlets. Services held on Saturday night @ 6:00 and Sunday 9:00 and 10:45. If you would like more information - just ask us. This is our own personal church.
Destiny Worship Center
122 Poinciana BlvdGreat place to worship! Interdenominational church. Conveniently located right off Highway 98 across from the Outlets. Services held on Saturday night @ 6:00 and Sunday 9:00 and 10:45. If you would like more information - just ask us. This is our own personal church.
Destin has been dubbed "the luckiest fishing village in the world." Destin Harbor has year-round, world class fishing, deep-water access for every species of fish along the Gulf Coast; and the largest fishing vessel fleet in the nation (125 vessels for visitors).
Destin Fishing Rodeo
103 Stahlman AveDestin has been dubbed "the luckiest fishing village in the world." Destin Harbor has year-round, world class fishing, deep-water access for every species of fish along the Gulf Coast; and the largest fishing vessel fleet in the nation (125 vessels for visitors).
Indian Bayou Golf Club
1 Country Club Dr E Top-rated course, staff, and country club
Enjoy the giant wave pool and relax in the easy-going, lazy river.
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Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park
1007 US-98Enjoy the giant wave pool and relax in the easy-going, lazy river.
Rated 4 1/2 stars by Golf Digest -- visual impressive, rich scenic appeal, set along the Choctawhatchee Bay
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Kelly Plantation Golf Club
307 Kelly Plantation DrRated 4 1/2 stars by Golf Digest -- visual impressive, rich scenic appeal, set along the Choctawhatchee Bay
Rated the #3 military golf course by 'Leisure Magazine'
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Eglin Golf Course
1527 Fairway DrRated the #3 military golf course by 'Leisure Magazine'
Kayak Fishing Destin
500 Kelly Stinshore and offshore guided, fishing trips
Paddle Tribe Company
Paddling from sunrise to sunset
Since 1955, this marine park has featured dolphin encounters and shows with sharks.
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Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SESince 1955, this marine park has featured dolphin encounters and shows with sharks.
Popular, minor league baseball in a premier stadium.
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Admiral Fetterman Field vid Community Maritime Park
351 W Cedar StPopular, minor league baseball in a premier stadium.
Joe's Bayou Boat Ramp
800 Beach DrFive boat launch ramps, large parking area, bathrooms, $20 daily launch fee
Certified boat captains, private charters, new parasailing equipment
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Destin Beach Parasail
214 Harbor BlvdCertified boat captains, private charters, new parasailing equipment
Boogies Watersports
16 Harbor BlvdRock Out Climbing Gym
2001 98 Palms BlvdJetPack Destin
Sightseeing
Southern Star Dolphin Cruises
100 Harbor BlvdBest dolphin cruise on the harbor!
This is where the Truman Show (1998) movie was filmed. Hailed by Time Magazine as "the most astounding [beach-town] design achievement of its era -- with its cozy, narrow streets, decorated with a jumble of pastel-colored homes. Walking around, you will notice the "Truman-Show" Post Office and other sites from the movie. Great food, boutique shopping, farmer's market, arts and upscale culture.
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Seaside
This is where the Truman Show (1998) movie was filmed. Hailed by Time Magazine as "the most astounding [beach-town] design achievement of its era -- with its cozy, narrow streets, decorated with a jumble of pastel-colored homes. Walking around, you will notice the "Truman-Show" Post Office and other sites from the movie. Great food, boutique shopping, farmer's market, arts and upscale culture.
See the Destin from above. The "Harbor Run" (13 miles) is only $65 per person.
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Timberview Helicopters
34859 Airport RdSee the Destin from above. The "Harbor Run" (13 miles) is only $65 per person.
Bait & Tackle, pole rentals, NO fishing license required
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Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
1030 Miracle Strip Pkwy SEBait & Tackle, pole rentals, NO fishing license required
Destin Harbor
Snorkeling Destin
546 Harbor BlvdDestin Water Fun Pontoon & Jet Ski Rental
214 Harbor BoulevardNational Naval Aviation Museum
1750 Radford BlvdDowntown
Shopping
Destin Commons
4100 Legendary DrBest shopping and dinning in Destin
Upscale shopping. Movie theatre, Kilwens Ice Cream and Fudge, Tommy Bahamas Craft Bar, PF Changs, Mitchell's Seafood Restaurant, Tevinos Italian Restaurant and much more. Great shopping!!!
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Grand Boulevard
Grand BoulevardUpscale shopping. Movie theatre, Kilwens Ice Cream and Fudge, Tommy Bahamas Craft Bar, PF Changs, Mitchell's Seafood Restaurant, Tevinos Italian Restaurant and much more. Great shopping!!!
This is quintessential Destin. Harbor Walk is our "city center."
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HarborWalk Village
34 Harbor BlvdThis is quintessential Destin. Harbor Walk is our "city center."
Half Hitch-Destin
621 Harbor BlvdHere, the locals shop for fishing gear. Buy bait and tackle.
Silver Sands Premium Outlets
10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy WBarnes & Noble Booksellers Crystal Lake Plaza
34904 Emerald Coast PkwyBass Pro Shops
4301 Legendary DrDrinks & Nightlife
World Famous, voted Top 100 Nightclub in the USA
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AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar
116 Harbor BlvdWorld Famous, voted Top 100 Nightclub in the USA
Cheeseburger in Paradise, panoramic view of Destin Harbor
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Margaritaville Destin
76 Harbor BoulevardCheeseburger in Paradise, panoramic view of Destin Harbor
Tavern menu, happy hour, award-winning beers from around the world
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World of Beer
4287 Legendary Dr Tavern menu, happy hour, award-winning beers from around the world
Fine wine, plus artisan cheeses. Near great shopping, serves dinner and delicious lunch specials.
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The Wine Bar - Destin
4424 Commons Dr E Fine wine, plus artisan cheeses. Near great shopping, serves dinner and delicious lunch specials.
The Craft Bar - Destin
4424 Commons Dr EMiller's Ale House
34906 Emerald Coast PkwyEmerald Coast Wine Cellars
1708 Scenic Gulf Dr