Local Area Activities

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SouthBay By The Gulf vacation rentals has 300' of beautiful, white sand beaches on the enchanting Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida.  In addition to our on-site pools, tennis courts, lake and picnic areas, there are numerous activities available in the Destin Florida and Fort Walton Beach local areas and throughout Northwest Florida.  Some of these are shown below.  Don't forget to visit the links above for information on parks, beaches and golf courses, in and around Destin Florida and Fort Walton Beach, in addition to recreational, party, cruise and fishing boat rentals.

Southbay By The Gulf - Destin Florida & Fort Walton Beach Shuttle Bus

The Okaloosa Island & Destin shuttle bus stops on our property and provides FREE transportation on fixed routes throughout Destin, Okaloosa Island and southeastern Fort Walton Beach.  Shuttles can deviate as much as 3/4 mile for those individuals needing this service.  Call (850) 833-9168 one hour prior to your trip for deviations.

Southbay By The Gulf - Destin Florida Activities - Fishing & Golf Courses

Places To Visit

AIR FORCE ARMAMENT MUSEUM - Near Eglin Air Force Base’s main gate, 15 miles from Destin Florida, is the only facility in the U.S. dedicated to the display of Air Force armament.  Visitors can view a variety of historical Air Force planes, from a B-l7 World War II bomber to an F-4 Phantom II jet.  (850) 651-1808

Southbay By The Gulf - Big Kahuna's - Destin Florida

BIG KAHUNA’S - In the heart of Destin Florida, this water park features more than 40 water attractions for kids of all ages. The park boasts two go-kart tracks, 54-holes of tropical mini golf, and three high-thrill rides. (850) 837-8319

Southbay By The Gulf - Blackwater River - Canoeing & Fishing

BLACKWATER CANOE RENTAL/Adventures Unlimited - Canoe, tube, and kayak trips daily. Clear shallow water, safe for all ages. Pure white sand like the beaches only freshwater. (800-967-6789/800-239-6864)

GULFARIUM - Okaloosa Island - between Destin Florida and Fort Walton Beach. Porpoises, sea lions, tropical penguins, otters, birds, Harbor seals, alligators. Living Sea has sharks, stingrays, eels and other sea life. Daily shows.  (850) 243-9046

Southbay By The Gulf - Silver Sands - San Destin Florida

Silver Sands Factory Stores. Over 170 futuristic games, golf simulator, virtual sports, soft play maze, motion simulation rides, billiards and redemption games. Dining & entertainment; great for birthday parties & celebrations! (850) 654-3320

OLD POST OFFICE MUSEUM - Located on Stahlmann Avenue in Destin Florida, the museum highlights the history of Destin, with old photographs, scrapbooks, and even a restored fishing boat. Open only on Wednesdays.

Southbay By The Gulf - The Track - Destin Florida

THE TRACK - Marking the entranceway into Downtown Destin Florida. Figure-eight go-cart track, bumper boats, kiddy rides, arcade, 32-hole mini golf. (850) 654-4668

Southbay By The Gulf - The Zoo - Gulf Breeze

THE ZOO - Gulf Breeze. Over 500 animals including lions, tigers, zebras & giraffes. Petting zoo, botanical gardens and safari line train. (850) 932-2229

Visit the Destin Florida Chamber of Commerce web site for current events and more information/links to the local area.

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