When traveling to a new destination, the need to explore is at the top of the list! You've got to search out the hot spots, and the "can't miss" activities in the area! From shopping to snorkeling, Destin has something for the whole family! If you're traveling with the kids or adults only, Destin has something for everyone! Check out a few of our favorite Destin hot spots!Hit up the beach
Of course, when coming to a beach town, going to the beach is a no brainer! Destin's beautiful white sand beaches and crystal blue waters make our beaches one of the top places to visit while in Destin!Enjoy the fresh Seafood
Destin is lucky enough to have some of the freshest seafood at our fingertips. Just about any restaurant you go to, you'll be served fresh, locally caught seafood!Go to Crab Island
An absolute must when coming to Destin! Known as the best place to be on the emerald coast, Crab Island checks off all your boxes! It is full of fun and sun on a pristine sand bar! Check out our blog on everything you need to know about the famous Crab Island!Rent a boat or jet ski
Renting water toys is a great way to explore Destin beyond the shore! Get off the beaten path and find your own waterway or private beach. If you get hungry, there are plenty of water accessible restaurants to choose from. Spend the day at Crab Island, or dock somewhere to enjoy the sand! There is no end to the adventures you'll find when you venture beyond the beach!Visit Baytowne Wharf
Baytowne Wharf is great fun, especially at night! It offers bars, restaurants, and live bands. After a day at the beach, you'll love coming here to grab a cocktail and stroll the quaint streets, exploring many options for views, shopping, food, and entertainment!Relax at the Spa
The Salamander Spa at the Henderson is one of the local favorites. Starting with complimentary champagne, you may enjoy a more intimate setting with wellness, massage, hair care, beauty and skincare, and a Himalayan Salt room! The Salamander Spa has everything for a day full of relaxation.Paddleboard
Paddleboarding in the morning is the absolute best time to board! The water is peacefully flat and serene! You may even see a dolphin or two! They tend to be more active in the morning when the beach is calm.Snorkeling
Destin has beautiful man-made reefs as well as spectacular water animals! Colorful fish, crustaceans, and dolphins are the most common! Calm waters make Destin an excellent place for beginner snorkelers!Go Fishing
Head to the Harbor for a fishing charter! The Gulf is a great place to go deep-sea fishing. The waters are calm, with no shortage of wonderfully mild and tasty fish to reel in like Red Snapper, Grouper, and Amberjack, just to name a few.Visit the Destin Commons
The Destin Commons has plenty of shopping, as well as a movie theater, restaurants, and a bowling alley! This is where you'll want to bring the kids! They will keep cool at the water play area while you shop. Total fun for the whole family!