Headline background Image

Search flights to Destin

About Destin

Destin, which is located in the state of Florida of the United States of America, is one of the most important tourist destinations of the state. With its long snow-white beaches and the emerald colored sea special to Caribbean, it attracts many tourists in all seasons of the year. Although it is an assertive fishing town, tourism sector is the main pillar of the economy of Destin today.

Destin has a special geographical position as a peninsula separating Choctawhatchee Bay from the Gulf of Mexico. The temperature in the city rarely drops under 10 degrees all the year round. In Destin, which experiences its hottest period with a temperature approaching 30 degrees in June, July and August, the coldest period covers May and October. Destin is a city that receives rains all year long without any seasonal difference.

Fishing is an important activity for Destin both in terms of economy and tourism. The city is home to a diverse and hungry underwater world that will make you call it "the luckiest fishing town in the world". Touristic fishing tours are also performed in this water which never disappoints those who come for fishing. The Destin Fishing Rodeo festival, which has been held every October since 1948, attracts many fishing enthusiasts to the city.

Another popular activity commonly done in Destin is golf. The city has an ideal climate for this sports in every season of the year. For this reason, Destin has many quality golf facilities. In Destin, which is a peninsula located between two gulfs, of course there is also the possibility to do almost any water sports like diving, skiing, boating or jetpack. All these sports can be done individually and there are also schools, tours or private facilities for these sports.

Destin Harbor can be accepted as the place where the heart of the city beats. Most of the city events are held in this area and there are also many beautiful cafes and restaurants you can spend pleasant time. Destin Harbor offers a great opportunity to taste the city's rich seafood menu. The Destin History and Fishing Museum is one of the important places to visit. Please note that the museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

It is of course possible to lie down and have a rest on the beach in Destin, which has one of the whitest beaches of the world; but this city which is full of activities doesn’t allow laziness and make you move.

More Information About Destin

Frequently Asked Questions

Wingie App Banner
Get exclusive deals on the Wingie app!
Wingie QR Code