Day 1 — Settle In
Land, grocery run at Publix, walk to the beach for a couple of hours, dinner in. Don't over-schedule day one.
Day 2 — Beach + Norriego Point
Morning at a Holiday Isle beach access with current conditions checked. For the afternoon, consider Norriego Point only after checking the City's construction and access notice; parking and facilities are currently affected. Sunset at Crab Trap.
Day 3 — Boat Day
Pontoon rental to Crab Island. Pack lunch, snacks, and shade. Plan on six hours on the water.
Day 4 — Henderson Beach + Harbor
Morning at Henderson Beach State Park. Late afternoon stroll on the boardwalk, dinner at AJ's.
Rainy Day Backup
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, the Track family fun center, or movies at Destin Commons.
Frequently Asked
Is Destin good for kids?
Outstanding — calm, shallow Gulf water, family-friendly restaurants, and easy boat trips.
Best age to bring kids to Destin?
Honestly any age. The shallow water is great even for toddlers.
