Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport 1 hr 39
Russell-Fields Pier (25 min) Popular lookout for fishing, sea turtle spotting & dramatic sunset views over the Gulf of Mexico. Frank Brown Park (22 min) Recreational park offering sports fields, an aquatic center, trails, a fishing pond & dog play area. Shipwreck Island Waterpark (16 min) Attractions including waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool & rapids fill this tropical-style park. Ripley's Believe It or Not! (11 min) Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. Race City (11 min) Amusement park with a steep go-kart track plus a roller coaster, arcade games & backlight mini-golf. Saint Andrew Bay (10 min) Popular among anglers & boaters, this massive estuary features a scenic coastline & state park. Shell Island Beach Tours (13 min) Undeveloped stretch of beach on an peninsula, known for clear waters & light, fine sand. Capt. Anderson's Marina (5 min) Family-run destination for Shell Island tours & dolphin encounters, plus deep-sea fishing trips. Gulf World (21 min) Tropical gardens plus shark feedings, dolphin encounters & sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows. St. Andrews State Park (9 min) Outdoor sanctuary with beaches, nature trails & camping plus seasonal Shell Island boat tours. ZooWorld Zoological and Botanical Conservatory (10 min) Zoo focusing on conservation with over 260 animals plus programs & shows in a tropical setting. Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise (4 min) Coconut Creek Family Fun Park (11 min) Sprawling family-friendly venue featuring 2 18-hole mini-golf courses & a football-field-sized maze. WonderWorks Panama City Beach (12 min) Attraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride. |