Emerald Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Twilight view of skyline, Destin Harbor, Florida, panorama
Destin Bridge along hwy. 98 in the Florida Panhandle.
Early morning sunlight bathing an inlet on Florida's Emerald Coast
Emerald Coast
Emerald Coast

Where to stay in Emerald Coast

Crystal Beach

Crystal Beach

If you're spending some time in Crystal Beach, Henderson Beach State Park and Henderson Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Crystal Beach
Sunset over Santa Rosa beach with colorful beach chairs, umbrellas and people swimming, relaxing laid-back along white sandy beaches, turquoise water, gorgeous shade of blue Florida, USA

Four Mile Village

While visiting Four Mile Village, you might make a stop by sights like Miramar Beach and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park.

Four Mile Village
Beautiful and lavish beach homes overlooking white sandy shore in Destin Florida. Facade of waterfront multi-storey houses against blue sky and clouds background.

Frangista Beach

While Frangista Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Miramar Beach and Golf Course At Seascape Resort.

Frangista Beach
Everglades sunshine - as the sun is setting

Gulf Pines

Gulf Pines might not have many top sights, but Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gulf Pines
Miles of untouched beaches brilliantly white sand, crystal clear turquoise water with gorgeous shade of blue along upscale residential waterfront neighborhood in Santa Rosa, Florida, USA

Crystal Shores

While Crystal Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Destin Commons and Emerald Coast Centre.

Crystal Shores
Islamorada turquoise harbor panoramic view on Florida Keys

Indian Bayou

If you're spending some time in Indian Bayou, Choctawhatchee Bay and Indian Bayou Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Indian Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is 5.052.352 ₫ per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
5.052.352 ₫
6.698.760 ₫ total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,981 reviews)
The room was okay but there were a lot of dust under the bedroom and hair found on the bedsheets. The hotel doesn’t provide water or tea in the room. Beach access is from the pool but chairs and umbrella is not provided by the hotel. There is a $55 charge per day to use the umbrella and chairs. This ...

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

3 out of 5
220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL
The price is 4.580.695 ₫ per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
4.580.695 ₫
5.130.378 ₫ total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,156 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 9.984.376 ₫ per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
9.984.376 ₫
12.741.012 ₫ total
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Loved my stay definitely will be returning.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Club Destin Condos

Club Destin Condos

2.5 out of 5
1085 US-98 Destin FL
Stay at this apartment in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (893 reviews)
Had to replace key at desk 4 separate times due to it not working. Room was clean, indoor pool was nice.

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Club Destin Condos
SunDestin Beach Resort

SunDestin Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1040 Hwy 98 East Destin FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,037 reviews)
View of the Gulf was nice. Refrigerator did not work very well. Didn’t keep things cold.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

SunDestin Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

4 out of 5
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Miramar Beach FL
Stay at this beach condo in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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