Just wrapped up an awesome day on the water with Scallywag Charters? Keep the fun going with these family-approved stops around Destin and Fort Walton Beach!
This list includes our favorite places to:
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Places To Eat
Some kid friendly restaurants in the Destin area
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Sandy play area, live music, and a viewâgreat for barefoot kiddos!
Bonus: Allergy-friendly menu and lots of room to roam.
Lulu's Destin
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Iconic beachfront spot with a great kidsâ menu and frozen drinks. Lots of space and casual enough for post-fishing crew. Easy parking and walk-up from the beach
The Back Porch
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Steps from the beach + pier, playground next door. Casual, open-air spot with a solid kidsâ menu and ocean breeze. Family favorite after fishing trips or beach days
Angler's Beachside Grill
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Donât miss when visiting Destin!!
McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
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A must stop for lunch! The locals favorite spot!
Maui Bus Stop
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Lively vibe with harbor views, live music, and tons of boat-watching. Spacious and fun atmosphere for kidsâask about cooking your catch!
AJâs Seafood & Oyster Bar
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Waterfront dining in shipping containersâsuper cool vibe
Great burgers, tacos, and chill picnic-style seating
The Gulf
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Sweet treat or easy lunch option. Famous donuts + kid-friendly breakfast all day
DONUT HOLE, Destin - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number
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Fresh, fast-casual seafood with dock seating and water views. They cook your catch at both locations. Bayside has a fun, old-Florida feel kids love. Also on the Destin Harbor and in Navarre
Dewey Destin's Seafood Restaurant
Places To Play + Explore
Fun places to explore while visiting Destin with kids
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Go-karts, mini golf, bumper boats, kiddie rides. Easy fun for all ages and close to the harbor
The Track - Destin
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Great park in Destin, right on the bay with Crab Island views. Perfect splash pad for littles and a safe swim area for kids and adults.
Captain Leonard Destin Park
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Hiking is a great way to burn off energy for the kids
Best hikes and trails in Destin
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Dinosaur-themed mini golf, arcade, laser tag, 4D theater. Indoor and outdoor fun, perfect after sun exposure
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
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Air-conditioned and full of gamesâgreat cool-down stop. Next door to Fudpuckerâs if you want food + gator shows
Fat Daddy's Arcade
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Shopping, Bass Pro Shops, Restaurants and Splash Pad / Playground. Lots of photo opportunities!
Destin Commons
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Lots to explore and do for all ages. Great shopping, restaurants, golfing, kids activities, and more. Fireworks on select summer nights and holidays. Ice skating in winter!
Baytowne Wharf
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Visit the many shops and restaurants, play at the beach playground, build a sand castle, walk the fishing pier, spike a volleyball or sign up for a free Little Adventures beach classes - visit adventuredfwb.com to sign up!
The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island
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Dolphins, sea lions, manatees, gators, touch pools, and animal shows. Right next to Anglerâs Grill and the Boardwalk
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
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Hands-on exhibits, robots, and STEM-focused fun. Great indoor option for younger kids and curious minds
Emerald Coast Science Center
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Skating, arcade and bouncy house - perfect for a rainy day
Fort SK8 Family Fun Center
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Laser Tag, Trampoline Park - hours of entertainment for all ages
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
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Classic rainy day activity
Hurricane Lanes
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See local catches, listen to live music, enjoy the atmosphere
