home Plan Your Destin Golf Trip in 60 Seconds Beach, nightlife, and golf on the Emerald Coast
The Destin / 30A stretch of the Florida Panhandle gives you the beach-golf-nightlife trifecta. Sandestin Resort alone has four courses, and tracks like Regatta Bay and Burnt Pine elevate the golf beyond your typical beach-town fare. The emerald-green water and sugar-white sand are world-class, the seafood is incredible, and Destin's HarborWalk Village delivers a legit nightlife scene. It's the total-package trip.
The best courses, bars, and rentals in Destin — curated for groups.
6 coursesSpring, Fall VPS (15 min drive)10-50k population
Courses
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club Premium Robert Walker design on Choctawhatchee Bay. Dramatic water views, challenging layout, and the area's best conditioning.
$85-$165 coastal Par 72 · 6,894 yds
Kelly Plantation Golf Club Premium Fred Couples and Gene Bates design along Choctawhatchee Bay. Beautiful routing through wetlands and hardwoods.
$80-$150 parkland Par 72 · 7,099 yds
Burnt Pine Golf Club Premium Rees Jones design and the crown jewel of Sandestin. Semi-private, immaculate conditioning, and the area's toughest test.
$150-$250 parkland Par 72 · 7,046 yds
Sandestin - Raven Golf Club Solid Robert Trent Jones Jr. design at Sandestin Resort. Mature oaks, rolling terrain, and resort convenience.
$60-$120 resort Par 72 · 6,899 yds
Sandestin - Links Course Solid Tom Jackson links-style design. Open, breezy, and the most walkable course at Sandestin.
$50-$100 links Par 72 · 6,710 yds Walkable
Sandestin - Baytowne Golf Club Solid Tom Jackson resort course. The shortest and most forgiving at Sandestin. Good warm-up round.
$45-$90 resort Par 72 · 6,569 yds
Where to Stay house Sleeps 12-22
$600-$2500/night
Destin, Crystal Beach, Miramar Beach
private pool beachfront or beach access hot tub full kitchen multiple master suites balcony with Gulf views
house Sleeps 12-18
$800-$3000/night
30A communities (Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Watercolor, Seaside)
beach access community pool full kitchen bikes golf cart 30A charm
Dining
Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House $$$ seafood Harborfront seafood with sunset views over Destin Harbor. Fresh oysters, grilled grouper, and a buzzy atmosphere.
Jackacuda's Seafood & Sushi $$$ sushi Creative sushi and seafood on HarborWalk. Great happy hour and a lively bar scene.
The Back Porch $$ seafood Beachfront institution since 1974. Chargrilled amberjack and grouper with your feet almost in the sand.
Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer $$ seafood HarborWalk Village spot with excellent steamed seafood combos. Raw bar is top-notch.
George's at Alys Beach $$$$ upscale Upscale dining in the stunning Alys Beach community on 30A. Worth the drive for the splurge night.
Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood $$$$ steakhouse The Emerald Coast's only AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse with private rooms for 2-60 guests and a 600-label wine list
4.7 stars Nightlife
AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar Late Night patio Destin Harbor landmark. Multiple levels, live music, and the famous AJ's Jumbotron. Gets rowdy after dark.
HarborWalk Village Bars Late Night sports bar The HarborWalk strip has a dozen bars within stumbling distance. Something for every vibe.
The Red Door Saloon Late Night dive Low-key dive bar in Destin. Strong drinks, pool tables, and no pretense. The antidote to tourist bars.
Grayton Beer Company brewpub Taproom and brewery on 30A. Excellent craft beer, food truck, and a chill outdoor vibe.
Activities Destin Deep Sea Fishing fishing half day $100-$225/pp
Destin is the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village.' Charter boats for red snapper, grouper, mahi, and more.
Crab Island Boat Rental boat rental half day $60-$120/pp
Rent a pontoon and anchor up at Crab Island -- the famous sandbar party spot. Bring a cooler.
Jet Ski Tours water sports 2-3 hours $75-$150/pp
Guided jet ski tours through Destin Harbor and the Gulf. Dolphin sightings common.
Grayton Beer Company Tour brewery 2-3 hours $10-$25/pp
30A's local brewery with tours and tastings. Chill afternoon spot with food trucks and outdoor games.
