Recreation in Destin Beach

Entertaining attractions abound in Destin, Florida. Let us guide you to some of the most popular and certainly our favorite places to see and often learn in Destin and surrounding areas of Florida’s Northwest Coast.

	Olin Marler Dolphin Cruises Come aboard one of Olin Marler’s two dolphin cruise boats.  Enjoy watching the local dolphins playing in their natural habitat.  Equipped with a restroom and snack bar, your cruise with Olin Marler will be perfect.  850.837.7095 Southern Resorts Guests receive Southern Perks from Olin Marler
	Sea Blaster For a fun and exciting cruise, join Capt. Larry searching the Gulf, along the sugar white sand beaches of Destin for the most playful dolphins. The seventy-three foot passenger boat carries up to 119 passengers, is the Gulf’s largest speedboat, and offers an array of fun for the entire family. The Sea Blaster offers snorkeling, dolphin cruises and sunset cruises. 850.654.6888 Southern Resorts Guests receive Southern Perks from Sea Blaster
	Destin Vacation Boat Rentals $50 off a Full Day Rental. Located along the Destin Harbor just east of Harbor Docks, find your favorite boat for skiing and tubing.  Or, rent a pontoon boat for a relaxing day on the Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. 850.650.2628 Southern Resorts guests receive Southern Perks from Destin Vacation Boat Rentals
	Ride On Surfing School Ready to learn how to surf?  Ride On Surfing School offers private and group lessons to all ages.  Stand up paddling lessons are also available.  If you already know the ropes, they also offer board rentals. 850.240.7822 Southern Resorts Guests receive Southern Perks from Ride On Surfing School
	Big Kahunas Water Park Nestled in a tropical paradise, in the heart of downtown Destin, Big Kahunas is an attraction hard to resist. With more than 40 water activities from lazy rivers to wild rides and even more land based ones like go-kart tracks, thrill rides and even miniature golf, it is perfect for the kid and the kid at heart. 850.837.8319 Southern Resorts Guests receive Southern Perks from Big Kahuna’s
	SunQuest Cruises Dine, dance, cruise aboard Solaris for an evening like no other. Celebrate life aboard a Sunset Cruise. Reservations for 2, a group or charter the yacht for a private wedding or corporate event.  This is a year round operation. 850.650.2519 Southern Resorts Guests receive Southern Perks from Sunquest Cruises
	Destin Raceways The kids will love their dune buggies and go-karts as they have a fun ride through the paths and dunes at Destin Raceways. 850.259.9341 Southern Resorts Guests receive Southern Perks from Destin Raceways

Other Recreation in Destin…

Le Grand Cirque – Come enjoy this world class performance that has awed millions of viewers around the world.  Acrobatics, death defying stunts and more will keep you on the edge  of your seat.

The Track – Seeking adventure for the family? The Track in the heart of Destin is your headquarters for fun. This dynamic recreation center features the best go-kart tracks and only bungee jumping tower. Add miniature golf, bumper boats, bumper cars and more, you will have a day of fun.

Lively Cinema 10 – Visit Lively Cinema 10 located in the heart of Destin, behind Old Time Pottery. Featuring Stadium Seating, Digital Sound and the Lowest Prices in Destin! 850.654.2992

Air Force Armament Museum – Just Northwest of Destin you can visit this museum and see the history of Air Force aviation and combat. Feel the energy and from the models and true life exhibits of planes, bombs and weaponry. With Destin bordered on two sides by Air Force Bases, the military influence cannot be forgotten. 850.651.1808.

Destin History and Fishing Museum – Explore Destin Florida’s rich history while gazing upon real artifacts from Destin’s past including the only enduring seine fishing boat, antique rods and reels, the old Destin post office and more. The photos speak volumes about times past. 850.837.6611

Gator Beach – Located at Fudpuckers in Destin, Gator Beach gives you the chance to see live alligators, up close and personal. But, you’ll not only be able to see the gators and watch the gator show, but you’ll also be able to feed them, too!

Gulfarium – Located on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, only 5 miles from Destin, the Gulfarium will definitely entertain you. Enjoy four live marine shows featuring dolphins and sea lions as well as a Living Sea show with a live SCUBA diver and various animal exhibits. Learn and be entertained at the same time. 850.243.9046

Indian Temple Mound – Spend an afternoon approximately 6 miles west of Destin in Fort Walton Beach, exploring its history and the native people who lived there so many years ago. Look into the past at this museum where a genuine Temple Mound marks the spot in downtown Fort Walton Beach. 850.833.9595.

State Parks – The Emerald Coast has several beautiful State Parks to explore. Please visit them under Destin for Nature Lovers.