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20 places on this page · More to explore
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club is a private club with an 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course designed by Bill Bergin. Its golf facilities on Golf Club Drive follow native coastal landscapes, while the club also offers a separate beach and pool setting on Scenic Highway 30A. Access is subject to club membership and guest policies.
Community ranking balances the average rating with the number of published reviews. Paid placements do not affect this order. The rating shown on each card is the actual review average.
Recommended businesses need at least three published reviews averaging 4 stars or higher. Recommendations update automatically as eligible reviews change.
Discover mixes all eligible places on each new visit. Every fourth position gives room to a place from the least-searched quarter of the matching results. With no search history, the mix is entirely random. This gives lesser-known places a chance to be found; it is not a measure of business size. Payment never affects this mix or rating order.
Highest rated uses the actual average, then review count to break ties. Most searched uses selections from our search results over the past 30 days, with repeated selections limited. It does not measure sales or all visitors to a business.
Community recommendation calculation: (total stars + 17.5) ÷ (review count + 5). Five prior reviews at 3.5 stars reduce the effect of very small samples. Only published reviews from active, non-demo accounts count.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Coffee shop on Seaside’s Central Square serving locally roasted organic and fair trade coffee, specialty teas, pastries, and quiches.
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Attraction · Watersound
Salt Air 30A is a bicycle rental business at 5 Hub Lane in Watersound. Its rental fleet includes beach cruisers, pedal-assist electric bikes and bikes for younger riders, with accessories available for exploring the 30A area. Visit the shop or check its website for rental options and reservations.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
An axe-throwing venue listed by Visit South Walton at 4552 US Highway 98, Suites 7–8, in Santa Rosa Beach. Confirm current availability with the operator before visiting.
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Restaurant · Destin
Fatboys on Harbor Boulevard in Destin serves made-to-order burgers, chicken wings, sandwiches and fries in a casual setting. The menu includes meatless choices and gluten-free buns, and a full-service bar offers beer, wine and cocktails. Dine-in, takeout and online ordering are available at the Destin location.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
A landscaped park in WaterColor near Town Center, with gardens, a fountain and green space for a walk or picnic.
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Restaurant · Destin
Full-service breakfast, brunch, and lunch café near the beach in Destin. Breakfast, lunch, and espresso drinks are served throughout the day, with indoor seating and a large covered outdoor patio.
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Attraction · Destin
Big John of Florida Charter Boat Fishing and Tours is a Destin-based fishing charter business that offers deep sea fishing tours to anglers of all skill levels. Established in 1996, the business has a reputation for providing its customers with an outstanding fishing experience. The charter boats are captained by experienced and knowledgeable staff who are passionate about fishing. With their guidance, customers get to explore the best destinations around the Destin area and catch a wide range of fish species. These include red snapper, grouper, tuna, mahi-mahi, and many more. The fishing charters are available for small groups of 6 people to 15 Anglers.
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Restaurant · Destin
Mimmo’s Destin Ristorante Italiano serves Italian dishes rooted in owner Mimmo La Innusa’s Sicilian family recipes. The menu includes pasta, pizza, seafood and meat dishes, with specialties such as chicken or veal Marsala and lobster pappardelle. Its Destin dining room features wood and stone accents and a full bar.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Justin Gaffrey Gallery occupies a historic Florida cottage along Scenic Highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach. Visitors can explore the artist’s textured sculptural paintings, contemporary works, and an outdoor sculpture garden. Rotating exhibitions showcase coastal landscapes, florals, and dimensional artwork, with select gallery events and collector gatherings throughout the year.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Beach entertainment shop providing guided bonfire experiences and premium beach chair rentals.
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Resort · Destin
Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village is a waterfront vacation resort overlooking Destin Harbor. Accommodations range from one- to four-bedroom suites, with easy access to HarborWalk shopping and recreation. The property also hosts weddings, meetings, and group events in indoor and outdoor waterfront venues.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Restaurant and wine shop at Grand Boulevard in Miramar Beach, serving seasonal dishes for lunch and dinner. Visit the official website for current menus, hours and reservations.
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Venue · Miramar Beach
Emerald Coast Theatre Company presents professional live theatre at Grand Boulevard in Miramar Beach. Its programming includes plays, special events, and productions for young audiences, alongside youth and adult classes, summer camps, and educational field trips. The theatre is located upstairs in Suite 200 at 560 Grand Boulevard.
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Attraction · Miramar Beach
Family-friendly complex featuring high ropes courses and a zipline, plus shops and restaurants.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Holi Indian Kitchen in Miramar Beach serves Indian dishes including curries, biryani, naan, and vegetarian selections. Guests can choose their preferred spice level and dine in or order takeout. The restaurant is on Emerald Coast Parkway near Silver Sands Premium Outlets.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Art & Soul 30a is the areas newest boutique. We carry local art and locally made jewelry, crystals and gifts. We are located in old Seagrove, Florida.
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Venue · Santa Rosa Beach
The Bayou Arts Center is the home of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and a venue for art exhibits, art workshops, meetings, reunions and small events.
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Venue · Destin
Club LA is a live music venue at Hurricane Lanes on Emerald Coast Parkway in Destin. Its concert calendar features touring musicians, local performers and tribute acts in an indoor performance space. Upcoming shows and ticket information are available through its RockDestin website.
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Resort · Miramar Beach
Seacove is a vacation-rental community of individually owned condominiums and townhomes on Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach. Rentals offer equipped kitchens, living areas and in-unit laundry, with one-, two- and three-bedroom options. The community is close to the Gulf beaches and the area’s shopping and attractions.
