Use our Local Area Guide to find things to do, the best eats & drinks, and incredible places to stay along the Emerald Coast. There are THOUSANDS of Emerald Coast Restaurants, Bars, Hotels, Resorts, Condos & wonderful entertainment for all ages and tastes. When you visit the Emerald Coast, you can find anything your heart desires to make dreams come true and life long memories with family & friends!
EAT
EAT
Enjoy delicious cuisine from a variety of Emerald Coast restaurants. BeachHits.com offers you a list of the area's most incredible eateries. from mouthwatering seafood and steaks to scrumptious pastries and coffee.
After an afternoon at the beach, enjoy a light lunch at a local deli, where your family can relax while taking in the ocean's natural splendor. In the evening, take pleasure in the gourmet dining available, while casual diners can enjoy steakhouses and buffets.
DRINK
DRINK
It’s no secret the Emerald Coast is saturated (yep bad pun) with frosty cocktails, award winning wines, and locally crafted beers. Liquid libations are never in shortage wherever you may roam on any sand or bar top along the Emerald Coast.
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There are some excellent places to spend your experience drinking from Gulf Shores to Port St Joe – with your bikini still on, or after the barbecue has turned off. Many places offer food, so going with an appetite can be a great idea.
PLAY
PLAY
The Emerald Coast's warm temperatures and abundant sunshine keep everyone playing outside, but take a break from the sand and try racing down a water slide at one of the local water parks, or visit one of the area's many amusement parks for a thrilling ride. Or check out some of the area's most popular watersports, from banana boat rides, to jet skis, to parasailing. Fishing is another favorite be it from a pier or a charter fishing boat. Shoppers can indulge at one of the areas upscale retail stores or enjoy outdoor shopping complexes while hunting for souvenirs.
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STAY
STAY
Whether you desire a relaxing stay in a high-rise hotel, with inspiring views of the beach, or gathering with family in a cozy beach home, you'll appreciate the wide assortment of Emerald Coast hotels, resorts, motels, condo, beach home and vacation rental options that are available.
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Looking for a comfortable setting for a large family gathering? Need a swimming pool for lazy afternoons? Find the perfect place to stay, with the amenities you desire. Find Emerald Coast oceanfront hotels with kiddie pools and lazy rivers, full service resorts with on site restaurants and tennis courts, vacation rental packages and so much more!
SHOP
SHOP
For visiting shopaholics, the wide array of fantastic shopping on the Emerald Coast will keep any vacationer (or local) busy. Shoppers will delight in our specialty shops, shopping malls, factory outlets, beachfront stores, flea markets, & surf shops.
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Visitors can indulge at one of the areas upscale retail stores, or enjoy outdoor shopping complexes along world famous 30A or at Destin Commons while hunting for souvenirs. Bargain hunting is made easy here, too, with two Outlet locations and local mom-and-pop offerings with tons of different name brand stores to choose from.
SERVICES
SERVICES
There are thousands of professional service providers along the Emerald Coast with a focus of meeting Residential and Commercial needs. These community partners are here to serve both local residents and tourists visiting the Emerald Coast.
Whether you're on vacation and need to find the closest Walk-In clinic in Pensacola, or you manage multiple condo units in Panama City Beach, there are thousands of business owners ready to answer the call night or day. From big box stores like you find at home, to the small family owned plumbing company, you can find anything you need along the Emerald Coast
