There is certainly no shortage of things to do in Destin, Florida. From fishing, to waterparks, to parasailing, to museums, Destin has it all. We have compiled a list of things to do in Destin, and our list is always growing, so be sure to check back often. Planning out your vacation ahead of time eliminates disagreements on what to do and time wasted pondering what to do. Our reviews will save you time and avoid an impromptu visit to the brochure tier by the elevator. There’s actually more things to do in Destin, Florida than meets the eye. You might be surprised by what you will find in our list of things to do in Destin below.
Some vacationers prefer to spend some quality time in and on the water whether it be on a boat, snorkeling, on a jet ski, or parasailing. In Destin, there are numerous places where you can rent water vehicles such as pontoon boats and jet skis, and many of these places also offer Destin parasailing, snorkeling, and diving excursions. Jet skis are available to rent right from the beach! Below is our list for preferred water sports rentals and excursions.
Destin Adventures
Destin Parasailing
Destin Snorkeling
Just Chute Me
Kokomo Snorkeling
Olin Marler Dolphin Cruises
Pelican Adventures
Sun Dogs Parasail
It’s no secret that this is one of the most popular things to do while vacationing in the panhandle. It’s common to see flocks of people cruising the strip on small motorized scooters. If you’ve never had the joy of this, we highly recommend it. Browse our list of scooter rental shops below. Another popular activity that is a must do while in Destin is bike riding. There are many trails and sidewalks perfect for crusing. There is no need to load down the car or buy an expensive bike rack. You can rent bicycles once you get to Destin. Below are some of the available options for bicycle rentals in Destin, FL.
Destin and surrounding towns like Fort Walton offer a great deal of southern history and an opportunity to learn something while traveling in Florida. It’s not a typical tourist spot, but it could make for a memory more lasting than one more day at the beach. Plan a day on your next trip to tour the historical sites and museums that showcase Florida and southern history.
Airforce Armament Museum
Emerald Coast Science Center
Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida
Robert Long Water Colors
Shaping Florida
Sinfonia Gulf Coast
Big Kahuna’s Waterpark
Crab Island
Into The Wild Eco Diversions
The Track Family Recreation Center
Sand Sculpting
Helicopter and Airplane Rides
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