Drop Anchor Guidebook
City/town information
City of Destin - The World's Luckiest Fishing Village.
Population 14,077 full time residents (2018 Census)
In existence for more than one hundred and fifty years, has a long history as a fishing village and premier resort destination. The city houses the largest and most elaborately equipped fishing fleet in the State of Florida. In addition to fishing, recreational opportunities include golf, tennis and water sports, including diving and snorkeling. The 100 Fathom curve draws closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida providing the speediest deep-water access on the Gulf.
Located in the Florida Panhandle, the City of Destin has a rich historical heritage dating back to American Indian inhabitants as early as the seventh century A.D. Spanish explorers surveyed Florida in 1538. Don Francisco Tapia was commissioned to survey the Florida coast and in 1693, drew the first known map of East Pass and its shores.
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Destin
City of Destin - The World's Luckiest Fishing Village.
Population 14,077 full time residents (2018 Census)
In existence for more than one hundred and fifty years, has a long history as a fishing village and premier resort destination. The city houses the largest and most elaborately equipped fishing fleet in the State of Florida. In addition to fishing, recreational opportunities include golf, tennis and water sports, including diving and snorkeling. The 100 Fathom curve draws closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida providing the speediest deep-water access on the Gulf.
Located in the Florida Panhandle, the City of Destin has a rich historical heritage dating back to American Indian inhabitants as early as the seventh century A.D. Spanish explorers surveyed Florida in 1538. Don Francisco Tapia was commissioned to survey the Florida coast and in 1693, drew the first known map of East Pass and its shores.
Restaurants
Dine-in or take-out
Outstanding Thai cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Known for it's modern interpretation of classic dishes and it's insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Thai Basil Destin
4447 Commons Dr EOutstanding Thai cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Known for it's modern interpretation of classic dishes and it's insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Jet's Pizza
4418 Commons Dr EDetroit-style pizza. Dough made fresh in store each day. Really good pizza!
Located on the Destin Harbor. Family friendly atmosphere. A memorable and authentic Gulf to Table dining experience.
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Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House
414 Harbor BlvdLocated on the Destin Harbor. Family friendly atmosphere. A memorable and authentic Gulf to Table dining experience.
Celebrated for their atmosphere, McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin is located near Destin Harbor with great food and live Irish entertainment.
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McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98Celebrated for their atmosphere, McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin is located near Destin Harbor with great food and live Irish entertainment.
The Wine Bar - Destin
4424 Commons Dr ECausal fine dining.
Craft beer selections on tap include some of the rarest and most sought after beers in the nation. Also serve an extensive bottle collection and "to-go" beer with Crowlers. Craft food served - Local & artisan ingredients.
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The Craft Bar - Destin
4424 Commons Dr ECraft beer selections on tap include some of the rarest and most sought after beers in the nation. Also serve an extensive bottle collection and "to-go" beer with Crowlers. Craft food served - Local & artisan ingredients.
Dewey Destin's Seafood Restaurant
9 Calhoun AveSeafood restaurant in Destin, FL
Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill
20001 Emerald Coast PkwyBeachside bar and grill.
Jackacuda's Seafood & Sushi
36120 Emerald Coast ParkwayLocal seafood and sushi restaurant
Harbor Docks
538 Harbor BlvdFresh seafood & cold beer
카밀스앳크리스탈비치
2931 Scenic Hwy 98Beachside cafe less than a mile from Drop Anchor!
La Paz
950 Gulf Shore DrMexican & southwestern cuisine
Cafe with American comfort foods, smoothies, juices, coffee, and beer.
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The Local Market
950 Gulf Shore DrCafe with American comfort foods, smoothies, juices, coffee, and beer.
Indoor/Outdoor dining establishment - bayside hangout for seafood & cocktails.
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The Gulf
1284 Marler AvenueIndoor/Outdoor dining establishment - bayside hangout for seafood & cocktails.
LuLu's Destin
4607 Legendary Marina DrSeafood and drinks
Things To Do
Part of the Boomers Park Family. A water and adventure park with rides & slides, rivers, pools, kiddie rides. Cabanas available. Options for groups and parties.
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빅카후나워터&어드벤처파크
1007 US-98Part of the Boomers Park Family. A water and adventure park with rides & slides, rivers, pools, kiddie rides. Cabanas available. Options for groups and parties.
더트랙 - 데스틴
1125 US-98Go karts, family rides, thrill zones, arcade games and more!
Rent a boat and explore by water - Choctawhatchee Bay, including Crab Island, and into the Gulf of Mexico up to 9 miles out. Pontoons can go to the Crab Island area and in the bay.
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Crab Island Boat Rentals
111 Harbor BlvdRent a boat and explore by water - Choctawhatchee Bay, including Crab Island, and into the Gulf of Mexico up to 9 miles out. Pontoons can go to the Crab Island area and in the bay.
Family owned paddle board rental delivery company. Quality BOTE boards for rental. Deliver direct to your beach vacation home. Sunrise, sunset and SUP Glow night guided tours offered with group rates available.
For Bike Rentals - Fun Pug Bike Rentals is recommended. funpugbikerentals.com (850) 374-7533
Fun Pug delivers right to the vacation property.
SUP Express
Family owned paddle board rental delivery company. Quality BOTE boards for rental. Deliver direct to your beach vacation home. Sunrise, sunset and SUP Glow night guided tours offered with group rates available.
For Bike Rentals - Fun Pug Bike Rentals is recommended. funpugbikerentals.com (850) 374-7533
Fun Pug delivers right to the vacation property.
Kelly Plantation is one of the best golf courses in Destin and it is open to the public. The course is impeccably maintained and the scenery is absolutely stunning.
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Kelly Plantation Golf Club
307 Kelly Plantation DrKelly Plantation is one of the best golf courses in Destin and it is open to the public. The course is impeccably maintained and the scenery is absolutely stunning.
Trampoline and adventure park. An indoor playground for the entire family!
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Urban Air Adventure Park - Destin, FL
14081 Emerald Coast PkwyTrampoline and adventure park. An indoor playground for the entire family!
Fun for young and old! Find sand castle success through sand castle lesions from Beach Sand Sculptures.
Beach Sand Sculptures - Headquarters/Warehouse
Fun for young and old! Find sand castle success through sand castle lesions from Beach Sand Sculptures.
Buccaneer Pirate Cruise
100 Harbor BlvdPirate Cruises in Destin, FL
파시노엑상프로방스
505 Mountain DrLocal Brewery with great beer in Destin, FL
Experience science in the interactive museum including a STEM makerspace.
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Emerald Coast Science Center
31 Memorial Pkwy SWExperience science in the interactive museum including a STEM makerspace.
Escape Zone 60
1318 Miracle Strip Pkwy SELive puzzle solving game.
HarborWalk Charters
100 Harbor BlvdDeep sea and bay fishing adventures.
Navigator Destin - Charter Fishing and Cruising
538 Harbor BlvdPrivate cruises and fishing charters
Offers vacationers pontoons, paddle boards, dolphin tours, and more.
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Island Watersports Company
1318 Miracle Strip Pkwy SEOffers vacationers pontoons, paddle boards, dolphin tours, and more.
Smile -n- Wave Sailing Adventures
404 Harbor BlvdPersonalized sailing excursions
Rock Out Climbing Gym
2001 98 Palms BlvdRock climbing gym
에메랄드베이골프클럽
4781 Clubhouse DrGolf course and community.
Crab Island Water Taxi
127 Harbor BlvdCrab Island Excursion
Underwater bowling! Just like regular bowling except there is a massive aquarium around you.
Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl and Grill
1 Bass Pro DriveUnderwater bowling! Just like regular bowling except there is a massive aquarium around you.
Beaches
Open sunrise to sunset 7 days a week. 1/2 mile walking distance from Drop Anchor/Villages of Crystal Beach or take the seasonal shuttle from the neighborhood. Parking spaces are available - limited parking spaces.
Pompano St Beach Access
32-2 Pompano StOpen sunrise to sunset 7 days a week. 1/2 mile walking distance from Drop Anchor/Villages of Crystal Beach or take the seasonal shuttle from the neighborhood. Parking spaces are available - limited parking spaces.
Located at Crystal Beach Dr & Scenic Hwy 98. Walking distance from Villages of Crystal Beach.
Crystal Beach Beach Access
69 Crystal Beach DrLocated at Crystal Beach Dr & Scenic Hwy 98. Walking distance from Villages of Crystal Beach.
A few mile drive from Villages of Crystal Beach is Henderson Beach State Park. Beaches and trails. Fishing, geo-seeking/geocaching, hiking - 3/4 mile pet friendly trail, picnicking, swimming, and wildlife viewing.
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헨더슨 비치 주립공원
Emerald Coast PkwyA few mile drive from Villages of Crystal Beach is Henderson Beach State Park. Beaches and trails. Fishing, geo-seeking/geocaching, hiking - 3/4 mile pet friendly trail, picnicking, swimming, and wildlife viewing.
Grocery Store
Publix Super Market at Paradise Key
4425 Commons Dr EWhole Foods Market
4402 Legendary DrShopping
Destin Commons boasts 95+ stores and restaurants. Serving as the area's favorite gathering place, the award-winning line up of stores and restaurants includes national & locally owned favorites, AMC Movie Theater and Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill, an underwater-themed bowling alley. Enjoy the newly renovated play area, mural art walk, and seasonal events for nonstop fun year-round. There is something for everyone!
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Destin Commons station
Destin Commons boasts 95+ stores and restaurants. Serving as the area's favorite gathering place, the award-winning line up of stores and restaurants includes national & locally owned favorites, AMC Movie Theater and Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill, an underwater-themed bowling alley. Enjoy the newly renovated play area, mural art walk, and seasonal events for nonstop fun year-round. There is something for everyone!
Restaurants, activities, and entertainment will please each and every taste on your Destin family vacation. Waterfront shopping, paddle board and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, weekly Fat Tuesday parades, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffets Margaritaville and Harry T's.
Home of the Destin Fishing Fleet, the largest charter fishing fleet in the country. Experience the World's Luckiest Fishing Village aboard on of Destin's finest charter boats or stroll along the docks and witness the catch of the day. And where there is great fishing, there are great seafood restaurants, HarborWalk is no exception. You'll find cuisine that is fresh, local and delicious.
Hours of operation: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Retail) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (Restaurants)
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하버워크빌리지
34 Harbor BlvdRestaurants, activities, and entertainment will please each and every taste on your Destin family vacation. Waterfront shopping, paddle board and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, weekly Fat Tuesday parades, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffets Margaritaville and Harry T's.
Home of the Destin Fishing Fleet, the largest charter fishing fleet in the country. Experience the World's Luckiest Fishing Village aboard on of Destin's finest charter boats or stroll along the docks and witness the catch of the day. And where there is great fishing, there are great seafood restaurants, HarborWalk is no exception. You'll find cuisine that is fresh, local and delicious.
Hours of operation: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Retail) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (Restaurants)