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Review & FAQ:
- Where is Destin located and what is it known for?
- Destin is a city in northwest Florida on the Florida Panhandle, on a peninsula that separates the Gulf of Mexico and Choctawhatchee Bay. Destin is famous for its beautiful beaches with powder-fine white sand, a number of great golf courses, and excellent fishing.
- What activities can visitors enjoy in Destin?
- Get the feel of the city by strolling along the Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
- Visit Henderson Beach State Park to see the giant dunes and enjoy a hike along the coast surrounded by oak and pine trees.
- What family-friendly activities are available in Destin?
- Kids will love the variety of slides, pools, and waterfalls in the huge Big Kahuna’s water park.
- What historical and cultural sites can be visited in Destin?
- Visit the Destin History & Fishing Museum to learn about the importance of fishing for Destin.
- Don’t miss the Fort Walton Mound archaeological site, built by the Pensacola tribe in 850 A.D.
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Destin is about 5 hours by car from Jacksonville, FL:
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