| Destin grew as a fishing port into a popular tourist | | | | The park in Santa Rosa Beach, near Destin, |
| destination, known for its white beaches and | | | | contains a restored mansion with Louis XVI |
| crystal clear waters. The residents and visitors on | | | | furniture and antiques, set in beautiful landscaped |
| the Emerald Coast enjoy the scenery and they | | | | grounds. Guided tours of the house are available |
| know how to have fun. Here are some | | | | and there is a nature trail. |
| suggestions. | | | | Visit the Henderson Beach State Park |
| Visit The Destin History and Fishing Museum | | | | This 208-acre beach park near Destin has |
| Learn about the early fishing history of the city | | | | boardwalk access to the beach where visitors can |
| through vintage photographs of boats and an | | | | swim or go fishing. Learn about the local |
| exhibit of antique rods and reels. There is also a | | | | eco-system and wildlife on the dune nature trail. |
| fine example of a fishing boat built in 1925 and a | | | | There is a campground, a playground, and two |
| display of fish caught in the area. | | | | pavilions for grilling food and laying out a picnic. |
| Happy Splashing at the Big Kahuna's Water and | | | | Visit the HarborWalk Village |
| Adventure Park | | | | The shopping and dining complex has shops and |
| The park contains 40 rides including speed slides | | | | galleries, cafes and award winning restaurants. The |
| and raft slides, and pools and lazy rivers. On dry | | | | Village also hosts events and visitors can book a |
| land, there is a miniature golf course, bungee | | | | cruise, fishing trip, or water sports activity from |
| jumping, and a go-kart track. | | | | here. |
| Feed the Alligators at Fudpucker's Gator Beach | | | | Visit Topsail Hill Preserve State Park |
| The Fudpucker's Beachside Bar and Grill is much | | | | Pristine beaches, dunes, and coastal dune lakes |
| more than a watering hole. Watch the alligator | | | | await the visitor at this park in Santa Rosa Beach, |
| show and feed the alligators. Admire the nautical | | | | near Destin, popular with hikers and birdwatchers. |
| artifacts and antique beer can collection, and play | | | | The lakes are superb for freshwater fishing. The |
| in the game room | | | | beach is accessed by bicycle, on foot, or on the |
| It's Fun, Fun, Fun, at The Track Family Recreation | | | | tram. |
| Center | | | | Charter a Fishing Boat |
| Race go-karts on one of three tracks, play | | | | Destin's nickname is 'the world's luckiest fishing |
| mini-golf on a jungle themed course, or have a | | | | village' and the deep-sea fishing catch is one of |
| water fight on a blaster boat. There are also | | | | the best in the country. There are several |
| bumper cars and rides for younger children, and a | | | | companies that hire out suitable boats. |
| video game arcade. For the daring, try the | | | | Alternatively, some anglers fish from Destin |
| skydiving ride and the bungee jump. | | | | Bridge. |
| Explore the Past at Eden Gardens State Park | | | | |