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Serene Beaches

The perfect place to relax...the beach can be all yours

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Destin Bar Scene

Check out the Nightlife section to find out about Baytowne Wharf's best bars

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Catch a Fish

Destin is known as the luckiest fishing village in the world

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Eat at Red Bar

Red Bar is one of the coolest and most famous restaurants in the country. It is a must stop if you go to Destin

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Stunning Sunsets

Grab a corona and take a stroll on the beautiful white sand beaches

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The White Sand

The sand comes from Appalachia and is some of the whitest in the world

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Destin, Florida

John Wehner's Village Door Nightclub

Formerly John Wehner’s Famous Door of Bourbon Street. Located at Baytowne Wharf. This is the Destin areas only dedicated live music/dance club. The Dream band plays 80’s dance, Classic Rock, College Rock, R & B as well as your favorite Disco Dance Hits. Chances are you’ll be singing along with every song they play! The famous "Tooter Girls" sell shots on the floor of the club nightly

Rum Runners at Baytowne Wharf

The "World Famous" Dueling Piano Players perform all the hits from the '50s to today each night with high-energy, crowd interaction and fun. And, don't forget about the the Village's only sports bar upstairs, a great "happy hour" spot with outdoor patio seating overlooking the Events Plaza

Fat Tuesday at Baytowne Wharf

The famous New Orleans daiquiri and frozen drink bar, servew up specialties at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Enjoy frozen concoctions like 190 Octane or the Hurricane – each blended, chilled and served to cool the summer heat. Fat Tuesday will also serve up wings, nachos and snacks to munch on while you catch the big game on the flat-screen televisions

AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar

116 Highway 98 E
Destin, FL
United States
30° 22' 45.3288" N, 86° 23' 43.4724" W

Located on the very East part of Destin, AJs is a huge bar that has good food and is great for going out. Beer specials are common, and when the bands aren't playing, DJs spin island music that will keep you entertained all night. 

McGuire’s Irish Pub and Brewery

33 Highway 98
Destin, FL
United States
30° 22' 45.894" N, 86° 23' 48.3036" W

Right when you walk in you will know you are in a different place. The bars dark interior is littered with signed dollar bills tacked up all over the walls. This is the spot in Destin to grab a Guinness and take a break from the beach. The bar has an upstairs deck that features live music and is a good place to mix it up during your week. If you are fortunate enough to be in Destin on St. Patty’s day then this is obviously the place to be. 

Rum Runners- Harbor Town

Miramar Beach, FL
United States
30° 22' 46.5348" N, 86° 21' 38.6424" W

Classier than The Swamp and AJ’s, this part of San Destin still has several great bars. Rum Runners is really fun and you will find other students there during the break, but be prepare to pay more. 

The Swamp

1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Destin, FL
United States
30° 23' 26.7576" N, 86° 29' 23.028" W

One of the hot spots for college students in Destin. During spring break it will often feature popular college bands like 17th floor or Afroman. It has a huge dance floor and if you catch it on the right night it might be filled with foam. 

Hog's Breath Saloon

541 Harbor Blvd
Destin, FL
United States
30° 24' 42.5016" N, 86° 29' 3.0876" W

Franchised from the original Hog’s Breath in Key West, this one still brings the same rugged feel. It is dark on the inside, but has huge TVs, great food, and an array of beer. This is another place to pick up one of their T-Shirts to commemorate your trip. 

Whales Tale

1373 Scenic Gulf Dr
Destin, FL
United States
30° 22' 36.2064" N, 86° 22' 30.7704" W

On Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach.  This restaurant and bar sits right on the beach and is a popular place to have a drink and watch the activity on the beach!  It has an outdoor deck for enjoying the cool Gulf Breeze!

Pompano Joes

2237 Scenic Gulf Dr
Destin, FL
United States
30° 22' 30.2556" N, 86° 21' 40.698" W

Located right on the beach, Pompano Joes’ features a cool atmosphere and great food. They have awesome sea food and you can spend your wait time letting the waves wash up on your feet. If you are hungry try the Sea Food Nachos and you won’t have to eat again for a couple of days. 

The Back Porch

1740 Old Highway 98
Destin, FL
United States
30° 23' 3.7284" N, 86° 27' 32.274" W

One of the famous Destin restaurants. The Back Porch lives up to the hype with its delicious sea food and hearty burgers. Expect to pay $12-$24 dollars, but leave with a full stomach and a smile on your face. They have the best fried shrimp on the gulf coast and the grouper sandwiches that were swimming in the ocean earlier that day. 

Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn Destin
1020 Highway 98 E
Destin, FL
United States
30° 22' 39.3708" N, 86° 22' 50.1528" W

Holiday Inn Destin is probably the most student friendly place in all of Destin. They are a lot more relaxed than other hotels and the pool scene is awesome during the day. It has an affordable rate and is located right on the white sand beaches. It is within walking distance from of the other cooler locations in Destin and just a short cab ride from a few of the main bars. 

Rent a House or Condo

Destin, FL
United States
30° 23' 43.7712" N, 86° 28' 14.052" W

There is an array of Condo towers in Destin and Sandestin. They are all great, if you have the money or the connection rent one and enjoy. There are hundreds to choose from, the best way is to just take a look at the location you want to be in and then go based on price. Another consideration if you are bringing a rowdy group is if they will care about the noise you make. This is why a rental house can be a great alternative if you can pull that off.

Deep Sea Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing – Abundant deep sea fishing available throughout the year.  Pick these up at the Destin Harbor.  
www.harborwalkfishing.com 850 837 2343
www.harborwalk-destin.com 850 337 8250
www.olinmarlercharterboats.com 850 837 7095
www.onthebite.com & www.ontheflycharters.com 850 259 6210
www.relentlesscharterfishing.com 850 837 6541

Hit up the Outlet malls

If there is a day of bad weather than the Silver Sands Factory Stores are the place to be. With over 100 brand name and designer outlet stores.  This is the nation’s largest designer outlet centers!

The Track and Big Kahuna

If you are in middle school or want to act like you are then head to the track or Big Kahuna. It has go carts and an arcade that will make you feel like you should be waiting for you mom to come pick you up when you leave.

Red Bar

70 Hotz Ave
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
United States
30° 19' 46.4664" N, 86° 9' 54.4608" W

Even though it is actually in Santa Rosa Beach (off Hwy 98 near Grayton Beach State Park), the Red Bar is synonymous with trips to PCB and Destin. It has spectacular food featuring just a few specialty entrees each night.

Destin Overview

Destin is a city located on the Emerald Coast of Florida, in Okaloosa County. The city styles itself "The World's Luckiest Fishing Village", and claims to have the largest fishing vessel fleet in the state of Florida. Destin is known for its white beaches and emerald-colored waters. Originating as a small fishing village, it is now a popular tourist destination – according to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, over 80 percent of the Emerald Coast's 4.5 million visitors each year visit Destin

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  • Destin is a city located on the Emerald Coast of Florida, in Okaloosa County. The city styles itself "The World's Luckiest Fishing Village", and claims to have the largest fishing vessel fleet in the state of Florida. Destin is known for its white beaches and emerald-colored waters. Originating as a small fishing village, it is now a popular tourist destination – according to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, over 80 percent of the Emerald Coast's 4.5 million visitors each year visit Destin

    Destin Bay Bridge
    Attractions

    The white beaches and emerald waters of the Destin area draw many tourists. Florida's Department of Environmental Protection estimates that more than 80 percent of the Emerald Coast's 4.5 million yearly visitors travel to the region to visit Destin. Visitors can charter fishing vessels from the harbor, and there are 12 beach access points in the city. Among the access points is Henderson Beach State Recreation Area. A portion of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, the Okaloosa Day Use Area, is just across East Pass on Santa Rosa Island.

    The sand on Destin's beaches is some of the whitest in the world. The sand comes from the Appalachian Mountains, and is made of finely ground quartz crystal giving the appearance of sugar. Residue flows down the Apalachicola River and is deposited into the Gulf of Mexico. Because of the currents the sand drifts west along the Gulf Coast and settles from east of Panama City to the Alabama coast.
    The central plaza of Destin Commons.

    Several manDestin Drinkmade attractions have been built in and around Destin. Nearest the city's center is Big Kahuna's water park, a popular water and adventure park. Destin Commons is an open-air shopping mall located to the east of the city, with a 14-screen Rave Motion Pictures cinema, a Hard Rock Cafe, and numerous tenants such as Bass Pro Shops, Belk, Books-A-Million, Banana Republic, and Abercrombie & Fitch. Further east is the Silver Sands Outlet Mall, which claims to be "the nation's largest designer outlet center."

    Several events also take place throughout the year as well. For the month of October, the annual Destin Fishing Rodeo draws anglers to Destin each year since 1948. Also in the month of October is the Destin Seafood Festival, where fresh seafood and local artists gather for one weekend every October. content via wikipedia

  • The Track and Big Kahuna
    If you are in middle school or want to act like you are then head to the track or Big Kahuna. It has go carts and an arcade that will make you feel like you should be waiting for you mom to come pick you up when you leave.
  • Hit up the Outlet malls

    If there is a day of bad weather than the Silver Sands Factory Stores are the place to be. With over 100 brand name and designer outlet stores.  This is the nation’s largest designer outlet centers!

  • Deep Sea Fishing
    Deep Sea Fishing – Abundant deep sea fishing available throughout the year.  Pick these up at the Destin Harbor.  
    www.harborwalkfishing.com 850 837 2343
    www.harborwalk-destin.com 850 337 8250
    www.olinmarlercharterboats.com 850 837 7095
    www.onthebite.com & www.ontheflycharters.com 850 259 6210
    www.relentlesscharterfishing.com 850 837 6541
  • Rent a House or Condo

    There is an array of Condo towers in Destin and Sandestin. They are all great, if you have the money or the connection rent one and enjoy. There are hundreds to choose from, the best way is to just take a look at the location you want to be in and then go based on price. Another consideration if you are bringing a rowdy group is if they will care about the noise you make. This is why a rental house can be a great alternative if you can pull that off.

  • Holiday Inn

    Holiday Inn Destin is probably the most student friendly place in all of Destin. They are a lot more relaxed than other hotels and the pool scene is awesome during the day. It has an affordable rate and is located right on the white sand beaches. It is within walking distance from of the other cooler locations in Destin and just a short cab ride from a few of the main bars. 

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  • Red Bar

    Even though it is actually in Santa Rosa Beach (off Hwy 98 near Grayton Beach State Park), the Red Bar is synonymous with trips to PCB and Destin. It has spectacular food featuring just a few specialty entrees each night.

  • The Back Porch

    One of the famous Destin restaurants. The Back Porch lives up to the hype with its delicious sea food and hearty burgers. Expect to pay $12-$24 dollars, but leave with a full stomach and a smile on your face. They have the best fried shrimp on the gulf coast and the grouper sandwiches that were swimming in the ocean earlier that day. 

  • Pompano Joes

    Located right on the beach, Pompano Joes’ features a cool atmosphere and great food. They have awesome sea food and you can spend your wait time letting the waves wash up on your feet. If you are hungry try the Sea Food Nachos and you won’t have to eat again for a couple of days. 

  • Whales Tale

    On Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach.  This restaurant and bar sits right on the beach and is a popular place to have a drink and watch the activity on the beach!  It has an outdoor deck for enjoying the cool Gulf Breeze!

  • Hog's Breath Saloon

    Franchised from the original Hog’s Breath in Key West, this one still brings the same rugged feel. It is dark on the inside, but has huge TVs, great food, and an array of beer. This is another place to pick up one of their T-Shirts to commemorate your trip. 

  • The Swamp

    One of the hot spots for college students in Destin. During spring break it will often feature popular college bands like 17th floor or Afroman. It has a huge dance floor and if you catch it on the right night it might be filled with foam. 

  • Rum Runners- Harbor Town

    Classier than The Swamp and AJ’s, this part of San Destin still has several great bars. Rum Runners is really fun and you will find other students there during the break, but be prepare to pay more. 

  • McGuire’s Irish Pub and Brewery

    Right when you walk in you will know you are in a different place. The bars dark interior is littered with signed dollar bills tacked up all over the walls. This is the spot in Destin to grab a Guinness and take a break from the beach. The bar has an upstairs deck that features live music and is a good place to mix it up during your week. If you are fortunate enough to be in Destin on St. Patty’s day then this is obviously the place to be. 

  • AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar

    Located on the very East part of Destin, AJs is a huge bar that has good food and is great for going out. Beer specials are common, and when the bands aren't playing, DJs spin island music that will keep you entertained all night. 

  • Fat Tuesday at Baytowne Wharf

    The famous New Orleans daiquiri and frozen drink bar, servew up specialties at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Enjoy frozen concoctions like 190 Octane or the Hurricane – each blended, chilled and served to cool the summer heat. Fat Tuesday will also serve up wings, nachos and snacks to munch on while you catch the big game on the flat-screen televisions

  • Rum Runners at Baytowne Wharf

    The "World Famous" Dueling Piano Players perform all the hits from the '50s to today each night with high-energy, crowd interaction and fun. And, don't forget about the the Village's only sports bar upstairs, a great "happy hour" spot with outdoor patio seating overlooking the Events Plaza

  • John Wehner's Village Door Nightclub

    Formerly John Wehner’s Famous Door of Bourbon Street. Located at Baytowne Wharf. This is the Destin areas only dedicated live music/dance club. The Dream band plays 80’s dance, Classic Rock, College Rock, R & B as well as your favorite Disco Dance Hits. Chances are you’ll be singing along with every song they play! The famous "Tooter Girls" sell shots on the floor of the club nightly

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