Emerald Coast Guide

Destin

Destin has earned its reputation as one of the best beach destinations on the Gulf Coast — and it goes well beyond the famous white sand. From fresh-off-the-boat seafood at the harbor to boutique shopping, craft cocktails, and world-class fishing, this is a town with real depth. Explore the independent businesses that make Destin worth coming back to.

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Boutique Hotels & Inns Crystal Beach

The Henderson

Luxury beside the state park dunes

Waterfront
Uncategorized Destin

Baytowne Charters

Light-tackle bay fishing charters

Uncategorized Destin

Cloak and Dagger Escape Rooms

Themed private escape room adventures

Uncategorized Destin

Rum Runners

Dueling piano bar with tropical island vibes

Uncategorized Destin

Hammerhead’s Bar and Grille

Dockside seafood, burgers, and live music

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Poppy’s Seafood Factory

Steamed seafood buckets and live music nightly

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Uncategorized Crystal Beach

The Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House

Original Gulf seafood favorite at Pier Park

Locally owned Outdoor seating Waterfront
Shops HarborWalk Village

Aloha Surf Company

Surf and beach apparel at HarborWalk Village

Spas & Salons Destin

Surfside Spa

Massage and wellness spa in Miramar Beach

Arts & Culture Commons Drive Corridor

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation

Nonprofit arts organization and cultural arts village

Arts & Culture Destin Harbor

Destin History & Fishing Museum

Museum preserving Destin's founding and fishing history

Experiences & Recreation Emerald Coast Pkwy Corridor

Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park

The Emerald Coast's largest water park

Gifts & Souvenirs HarborWalk Village

Bleu Tropics

Coastal jewelry and gifts at HarborWalk Village

Boutiques & Clothing HarborWalk Village

Sunset Lifestyles

Family clothing and swimwear boutique

Experiences & Recreation Destin Harbor

Xtreme H2O

Watersports rentals across from Crab Island

Spas & Salons Destin

Serenity by the Sea Spa

Full-service resort spa and salon in Miramar Beach

Beachfront Resorts HarborWalk Village

Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village

Harborfront condo resort anchoring HarborWalk Village

Beachfront Resorts Destin

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Large Gulf-front resort with spa and golf in Miramar Beach

Beachfront Resorts Crystal Beach

Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

Beachfront resort next to Henderson Beach State Park

Experiences & Recreation Destin Harbor

Gilligan’s Watersports

Jet skis, pontoons, parasailing, and dolphin tours

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Food & Drink Destin Harbor

Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House

Gulf-to-table Southern seafood on the Destin Harbor

Dog friendly Locally owned Outdoor seating
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Uncategorized Destin Harbor

Dewey Destin’s Harborside

Family-owned Gulf seafood on the Destin Harbor

Locally owned Outdoor seating Reservations
Uncategorized Destin Harbor

Nonna’s Ristorante by Chef Tim Creehan

Chef-driven Italian dining overlooking Destin Harbor

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Food & Drink Destin Harbor

Marina Cafe

Upscale harbor-view dining, steaks, and sushi

Locally owned Outdoor seating Reservations
Bars & Nightlife Destin Harbor

Boathouse Oyster Bar

Destin Harbor oyster bar and live music since the 1990s

Food & Drink Destin Harbor

Tailfins Waterfront Grill

Waterfront breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the harbor boardwalk

Food & Drink Emerald Coast Pkwy Corridor

The Crab Trap

Casual Gulf-front seafood dining

Breakfast & Brunch Emerald Coast Pkwy Corridor

Cafe Destin

All-day breakfast and brunch near the beach

Cafes & Coffee Destin Harbor

Capriccio Cafe

Italian-style coffee shop and cafe

Cafes & Coffee Destin

2 Birds Coffee + Cafe

Casual coffee and cafe near Seascape

Farmers Markets & Food Shops Destin Harbor

Destin Ice Seafood Market & Deli

Fresh Gulf seafood market and deli since 1984

Breweries Destin Harbor

Destin Brewery

Small-batch craft brewery using local ingredients

Deep Sea Fishing Destin Harbor

Destin Party Boat Fishing (Destiny & Destin Princess)

Deep sea party boat fishing from Destin Harbor

Dolphin & Wildlife Tours HarborWalk Village

Southern Star Dolphin Cruise

Glass-bottom boat dolphin cruises from HarborWalk Village

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Bars & Nightlife Destin Harbor

AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar

Gulf oysters and live music on Destin Harbor since 1984

Live music Locally owned Outdoor seating
Food & Drink HarborWalk Village

Harry T’s Lighthouse

Harbor-view seafood and brunch at HarborWalk Village

Food & Drink HarborWalk Village

Pelican & Pine

Gulf-to-table dining on the harbor

Dog friendly Live music Locally owned