It’s that special time of the year again when students and teachers alike get a little break from school and work and grab their favorite swimsuits to enjoy a little R&R on the beach.
You’ve named your location, and have chosen the emerald shores of Destin, FL, but you’re unsure where to go when you arrive.
Check out our list of the top 7 best spring break activities for Destin, FL
Destin Spring Break Bar: Red Door
This spot is a popular local favorite and the diviest of dive bars.
A place where you can get familiar with the people who live in the city of Destin.
The beer is ice cold and the food hits the spot.
If you’re a sports fanatic this spot has you covered with an outdoor patio and a TV for viewing your favorite game.
The red door also has a nice view of the beach just in case you forget that you’re in a gorgeous beach town, take a look outside while enjoying a drink.
If you’re the type to get bored easily this bar also comes equipped with a few games, like shuffleboard and darts.
Aside from all of the qualities listed, the drinks are cheap, it’s the perfect spot on a budget!
Spring Break Exploration: Baytowne Wharf
Spring break isn’t all pirates and drinking.
The Baytowne Wharf is a nice change of pace for your typical spring break activity.
Enjoy the local farmers market that carries local fish, vegetables, honey, juices, and many more items!
The Baytowne Wharf is also home to a lot of festivals, so be sure to check out their schedule and immerse yourself in all the happenings.
Baytown also has its adventure zone that includes zip lines, rock climbing, golf, and more fun activities!
If you’re in the mood to glide across the ice in the middle of summer, this wharf has you covered with its skating rink.
The wharf is the kind of place you can spend hours finding activities to do, so make a day of it!
Destin Seafood Eatery: Boathouse Oyster Bar
Think dive bar but less rough around the edges.
That’s where the boathouse comes in, it’s the perfect picturesque bar with a nice combination of a chill and modern chic feel.
The drinks are delicious, and their seafood is too.
You may want to come back to town for their boathouse summer Slam Fishing Competition, this tournament lasts for 10 weeks.
The boathouse also has a tournament called “The Cobia Tournament” where all boats are welcome.
Go for the tasty food, amazing drinks, or even the tournaments, you’ll certainly leave with some memories!
The Ratchet Hatchet
Spring break is all about letting out some steam.
What better way to do that than throw giant hatchets at a bull’s eye?
What the heck is this place?
It’s literally a place to throw hatchets at a target.
No, not your scorned enemy silly, at a wooden target.
Where to begin?
First, you select a hatchet, yes, they have different types. The ratchet ax has the original ax, the Viking, and the rifleman.
Then the helpful staff will put you in a batting cage but for axes and you just have at it.
Bring a party or come alone, the Ratchet Hatchet welcomes all!
Destin Spring Break Entertainment: The Stoked Hypnosis Show
Get a little laughter in while you’re in town.
The Stoked Hypnosis show is held at The Harbor Walk Theatre and has both comedy and hypnosis.
Don’t be surprised if you find yourself laughing while in hypnosis, this show is bound to give you that.
The comedic and hypnotic act is a little over an hour long and encourages its audience to interact with the show members.
If you love the show the first time, feel free to come back again, the show prides itself on having new material every show so you’ll never see the same thing twice!
Come prepared to laugh and be entranced.
Destin Spring Break “Beach Education”: Sandcastle lessons
“Do you want to build a snowman?” or a sandcastle in this case.
Of course, you do!
A childhood favorite turned into art. Think sculptures but outside in the sun with your most comfy bikini.
Professional sand sculpturers will guide you in this two-hour lesson that shows you where to add water, how much to add, and how to use the tools given to you. By the end, you are promised a sculpture worthy of an Instagram photo, and of course the knowledge that came with it.
Reward yourself with a swim after, or a nice cool beverage while taking pride in your art.
Destin Spring Break Watersports: Rent A Pontoon
Rent a pontoon here at Destin Water Fun and charter onward to Crab Island.
Crab Island is poppin’ during spring break, this is the spot where you can have a cold beverage and make friends with your boat neighbor.
Bring cash and get some snacks from one of the many boat vendors, you could also rent some snorkel gear and check out the little fishies down below.
Make sure to utilize the blue tooth speakers and jam out to old classics.
The options when renting a pontoon are limitless but all options are good ones.