Emerald Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Emerald Coast
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Okaloosa Island which includes views and general coastal views
Okaloosa Island showing tranquil scenes
Okaloosa Island featuring a sandy beach

Where to stay in Emerald Coast

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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
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Four Mile Village

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

Four Mile Village
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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
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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
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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
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Villages of Crystal Beach

Though Villages of Crystal Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Destin Commons and Emerald Coast Centre.

Villages of Crystal Beach
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 AU$335 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$335
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,419 reviews)
"We love coming to the Island Resort. It was our 3rd time coming and staying there. It waa our first time staying in a junior suite. We were excited to stay on the dune view junior suite, but when we arrived to the room everything was great except the lock on the dune view patio door lock was broken. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
4 out of 5
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, Miramar Beach, FL
The price is AU$307 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$307
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,535 reviews)
"I don't even know what to say everything on that property is amazing me and my family had a wonderful time and we will be back to stay even longer thank you all so much"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
3 out of 5
100 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach, Miramar Beach, FL
The price is AU$224 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,106 reviews)
"The only thing I did not like was how loud the traffic is. After midnight it seems to get fairly quiet but I come into town for concerts so I sleep most of the day then go out. I know, it’s literally by the highway but man those walls are super thin! What I loved about this place is the pricing is ..."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
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.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
4 out of 5
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, Miramar Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,535 reviews)
"I don't even know what to say everything on that property is amazing me and my family had a wonderful time and we will be back to stay even longer thank you all so much"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Club Destin Condos
Club Destin Condos
2.5 out of 5
1085 US-98, Destin, FL
Stay at this apartment in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (656 reviews)
"On the main strip. Many options within walking distance and beach is across the street. Rooms need dark or black out curtains instead of the white sheer ones with the Florida sun. Kids loved the indoor pool. Beds are ok but headboards are old"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Club Destin Condos
SunDestin Beach Resort
SunDestin Beach Resort
3 out of 5
1040 Hwy 98 East, Destin, FL
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,952 reviews)
"The property is in a great location. The staff was all very friendly and helpful. There is easy access to the beach. The gym is small but clean. It has a cute little gift shop where you can find snacks. Our room in particular was a little dated but very clean. Our porch had very cheap tiles laid ..."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

SunDestin 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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