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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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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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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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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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
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$229 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$229
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,903 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
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$117 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$117
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,423 reviews)
Everything is great but the round-about is….
"Great place to stay for the price. But the roundabout is left to be desired. The people who live in the gated community are ALL a-hole. When you’re coming in to the roundabout, the hotel is the last exit. So you have the right of way, those residents will come out regardless if you’re right in front ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
14051 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL
The price is AU$172 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$172
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews)
"Super nice front desk staff."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
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 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! (847 reviews)
"Es un lugar tranquilo"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Club Destin Condos
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! (3,816 reviews)
"Great time"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
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! (2,008 reviews)
"I really liked how the property was centrally located to literally everything. Even though the property itself was under construction, it did not impede any of our activities. All of the construction workers were very polite and would let guests on the elevators to get in and out. I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 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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