Emily’s Guidebook
Food scene
Seafood and oyster house. On the harbor with a great view and vibe. Our favorite spot when we visit!
243 locals recommend
Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House
414 Harbor BlvdSeafood and oyster house. On the harbor with a great view and vibe. Our favorite spot when we visit!
Gulf seafood with a creole flair and steaks on the water. This restaurant is a bit more elegant and pricier than some others. We think this is one of the best restaurants in Destin.
105 locals recommend
Louisiana Lagniappe
775 Gulf Shore DrGulf seafood with a creole flair and steaks on the water. This restaurant is a bit more elegant and pricier than some others. We think this is one of the best restaurants in Destin.
Gulf seafood and beachfront dining. Food is good (a lot of fried options) and the portions are very large (for us).
132 locals recommend
The Back Porch
1740 Scenic Hwy 98Gulf seafood and beachfront dining. Food is good (a lot of fried options) and the portions are very large (for us).
Our favorite pizza shop for delivery. We have Merlins at least once per visit because the kiddos love this one.
25 locals recommend
Merlins Pizza
1251 Airport RdOur favorite pizza shop for delivery. We have Merlins at least once per visit because the kiddos love this one.
Variety of food options, portions are huge. Lively atmosphere near the harbor.
318 locals recommend
McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98Variety of food options, portions are huge. Lively atmosphere near the harbor.
Great spot for breakfast ~ it has many different options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. And, of course, awesome donuts!
94 locals recommend
Donut Hole Bakery Cafe
635 Harbor BlvdGreat spot for breakfast ~ it has many different options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. And, of course, awesome donuts!
Seafood on HarborWalk. We like to sit outside on the side patio. I like the buffalo shrimp and my kiddos love the blackened grouper.
51 locals recommend
Dewey Destin's Harborside
202 Harbor BlvdSeafood on HarborWalk. We like to sit outside on the side patio. I like the buffalo shrimp and my kiddos love the blackened grouper.
Neighborhoods
Baytowne Wharf is located in Sandestin Resort in Miramar Beach. Carnival type atmosphere with many restaurants, bars, and shops. Activities for kids like zip lining and trampolines.
108 locals recommend
Baytowne Wharf Boulevard
Baytowne Wharf is located in Sandestin Resort in Miramar Beach. Carnival type atmosphere with many restaurants, bars, and shops. Activities for kids like zip lining and trampolines.
Sightseeing
HarborWalk Village is located on the harbor and has a carnival like atmosphere. There are shops, restaurants, live music and activities for the whole family. The Palms offers a complimentary shuttle to HarborWalk - please see schedule for shuttle times.
295 locals recommend
HarborWalk Village
34 Harbor BlvdHarborWalk Village is located on the harbor and has a carnival like atmosphere. There are shops, restaurants, live music and activities for the whole family. The Palms offers a complimentary shuttle to HarborWalk - please see schedule for shuttle times.
This is technically a sand bar only accessible by boat. You can rent a boat or hire a captain to take you there. Alcohol is allowed. This is a fun experience! Bring cash and sunscreen. Remember, alcohol is allowed, when determining whether or not you want to bring your children.
138 locals recommend
Crab Island
This is technically a sand bar only accessible by boat. You can rent a boat or hire a captain to take you there. Alcohol is allowed. This is a fun experience! Bring cash and sunscreen. Remember, alcohol is allowed, when determining whether or not you want to bring your children.
Great place for a family friendly day. The track offers go-carts, miniature golf, and an arcade. My kiddos love this place, my pocketbook does not:)
174 locals recommend
The Track - Destin
1125 US-98Great place for a family friendly day. The track offers go-carts, miniature golf, and an arcade. My kiddos love this place, my pocketbook does not:)
Shopping
Destin Commons station
Outdoor shopping center and dining options.