10 TOP Things to Do in North West Florida February 2026

Snuggled against the Gulf of Mexico in northwest Florida, Destin is rightfully famed for its sugar-white sands and emerald-hued waters.
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Its white sand beach for miles by hwy 30A. And right around sunrise and sunset you get some very nice Light

Much of St. George Island on Florida's Gulf coast has its native eco-system of dunes, marsh, and pine forest preserved in a state park.

St. Andrews State Park may not be much of a secret but did you know that you can catch the sunrise on one side of the #beach and the sunset on the other? Pretty cool! And with some luck you can even get the pelicans to make you a smiley face.

North West Florida Attractions

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Places of interest in North West Florida

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North West Florida attractions

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Recommended things to do in North West Florida

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What to do in North West Florida

Popular places to visit

Navarre Beach

Head over to Navarre Beach, a favourite beach in Navarre to enjoy the surf and sand, along with fishing. Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.

Destin Beaches

5/5(4 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Destin Beaches, a popular beach in Destin. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its seafood restaurants.

Pensacola Naval Air Station

4.5/5(3 reviews)

After visiting Pensacola Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pensacola. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Alys Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Alys Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Florida Panhandle which includes signage

Pier Park

4/5(4 reviews)

Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.

Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park

4/5(1 review)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park during your visit to Destin. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Destin Harbor Boardwalk

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Destin Harbor Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Destin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Panama City Beaches

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?

Downtown Destin Florida with Destin Bridge or William T. Marler Bridge connect Santa Rosa Island beach near Crab Island with busy speeding boats on turquoise water along Gulf of Mexico

Seaside Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seaside Beach during your travels in Santa Rosa Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Explore areas of North West Florida

Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.

Seacrest

Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

Okaloosa Island

The perfect place for a romantic getaway or a family weekend retreat, this is an unforgettable shoreline delight.

Fort Walton Beach which includes a sunset and a beach

Seagrove Beach

5/5(1 area review)

On this shoreline on the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find a wonderful beachside hamlet and plenty of spots to play and relax.

Seaside

Sit at a seafood restaurant overlooking the white-sand beaches and speak with friendly locals in the lively farmers market.

Watercolor

While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West.

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