Things To Do

The Emerald Coast

Henderson Beach State Park or Norriego Point are highly recommended for nature lovers, or you can book a dolphin cruise, an evening clear-kayak glow tour or a vessel to take you to the huge sandbar gathering at Crab Island. History lovers might enjoy the Destin History & Fishing Museum and the Indian Temple Mound and Museum. Other options include The Big Kahuna Waterpark or Gulfarium Marine Park. For indoor activities, try the Emerald Coast Science Center in Fort Walton Beach or Destin's Rock Out Climbing Gym. Within the Sandestin Resort are miles of white beaches. Fishing excursions and water sports rentals are available; pickleball and tennis courts can be reserved. Guests that book directly with the resort receive complimentary kayak and bike loans for tooling around the property. Baytowne Wharf, in the Resort, offers the Blast Arcade and Laser Maze, the Baytowne Zipline, Sky Trail Ropes Course and Tower Climb as well as restaurants and shopping.