Alys Beach

Bring a ball and let the kids rolls down the hills of this fun green space, then cool off in the water fountains. Be sure to check their events schedule.

Alys Beach

Features turf hills, slides, tunnels, rock walls, and musical instruments. Grab a smoothie at Raw & Juicy next door.

Alys Beach

Hop on (or rent) bikes and explore this charming, luxurious town with its all-white, Mediterranean inspired architecture. You might just forget you’re in Florida.

Blue Mountain Beach

Homemade ice cream, yogurt or sorbet in a homemade waffle cone… yes please! Or go right next door for a milk shake or sno cone.

Destin

Shop at H&M, Sephora and Build-a-Bear, then let the littles run around the immersive playground & jungle gym, or adjoining splash pad & pirate’s cove.

Destin

Rent a pontoon, dock, & play or snorkel in the crystal clear waist-high water on this famous submerged sandbar. Wave down a kayak food vendor for extra fun!

Destin

Climb aboard an authentic pirate ship for sword fights, treasure hunting, & sailing thru Emerald Coast waters while performers entertain the kiddos!

Destin

Spend an entire day here with 40+ water attractions including slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, & dry rides like the 100-foot-tall SkyCoaster, plus a kiddie area.

Destin

Indoor adventure park including trampolines, Sky Rider indoor coaster, climbing walls, laser tag, & Virtual Reality.

Dune Allen

Grab the kids a root beer float (& cocktail or beer for mom and dad) and walk around back to the long boardwalk on the lake to feed the turtles for days.

Dune Allen

Hop on this scenic, safe, paved 19-mile bike path connecting all of the charming 30A beach towns, state parks, and rare coastal dune lakes.

Dune Allen

Splash around in the coastal dune lakes, explore over 15 miles of hiking/biking trails, kayak/paddleboard in Campbell Lake, picnic, and enjoy nature.

Freeport

A hands-on, interactive science center in a beautiful nature setting. Highlights include holding reptiles & meeting red foxes & wild cats.

Grayton Beach

DIY art studio offering daily classes in art made with repurposed glass, shells and resin. Classes are about an hour long and are suitable for all skill levels age 6+.

Grayton Beach

Locals Favorite This shallow dune lake adjacent to Grayton Beach is the perfect spot for kids of all ages to safely swim & play, especially on a red flag day.

Grayton Beach

Grab your daughters and head to our favorite nail salon for kids’ manis and pedis. Locally owned, reasonably priced, & complimentary soft drinks.

Grayton Beach

Good vibes & the best homemade ice cream on 30A offering fun flavors and even alcohol-infused options. Kids will love the nostalgic candy & chocolates too.

Grayton Beach

If you and your kids haven’t tried a HOT & fresh New Orleans style beignet you’re missing out! Grab a coffee or beer too from this adorable cafe.

Grayton Beach

Take the kids on this easy, safe, and intriguing hike across the sand dunes at Grayton Beach State Park. Discover wildlife like birds, deer, rabbits, & lizards.

Grayton Beach

Park & ride this free tram into funky downtown Grayton Beach. Play cornhole at Chiringo, browse the famous Red Bar Gift Shop, & walk along the Dune Lake pier.

Grayton Beach

DIY art-making and canvas shop where you can walk in, pick a project, and get all supplies needed to bring it to life.

Inlet Beach

Arcade + Marble Slab Ice Cream + Great American Cooke Company all in one place? Yes please! Fun games for all ages.

Inlet Beach

Rent kayaks with direct access to Lake Powell, fish off the dock, explore the clean expansive grounds, & check their events calendar for holiday fun.

Inlet Beach

Hop on the golf cart, pickup delicious pizza from Ghost Crab Pizza, & park at Inlet Beach Regional Access for the best sunset picnic on 30A.

Inlet Beach

Gorgeous retail venter (especially at night) with unique shops & delicious dining. Kids love to run around the grassy center yard with games & fountains.

Miramar Beach

Escape into a world of adventure through their amazing Rainforest themed 18 hole indoor Black Light miniature Golf course and arcade.

Miramar Beach

Gather inside a themed room & complete your mission before time runs out. Find hidden clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles to make an escape—all in one hour!

Miramar Beach

Experience the most immersive and interactive 2-level laser tag arena in the country, plus 50 games & 70 play stations.

Miramar Beach

Gorgeous atmosphere and pedestrian friendly. Tweens will love the upscale shopping options here and littles can play at the in-ground water fountain.

Panama City Beach

One of the largest, shaded playgrounds in the area, plus a splash pad and kiddie pool area, and even outdoor public basketball courts and batting cages.

Panama City Beach

The nation’s oldest diving museum with cool artifacts, interactive exhibits, and even a scavenger hunt & coloring center for the kids. Both fun and educational.

Panama City Beach

A Dolly Parton production with pirates, mermaids, exciting acrobatics, and a 4-course feast in a 60,000 sqft indoor theatre. Delicious and entertaining!

Panama City Beach

An all-weather driving range where players reserve a bay together & hit balls at giant targets to score points! Great food + drinks + music too. Fun for all ages.

Panama City Beach

A giant arcade with tons of games, surprisingly good food, and huge TVs. This PCB location is extremely clean. Very fun for ages 5+ including adults.

Panama City Beach

Great, clean bowling alley, large arcade, plus a full-sized roller skating rink with rentals. Decent food, adult beverages, and icees for the kids too.

Panama City Beach

The largest & nicest movie theatre in the greater 30A area with plush reclining chairs. Don’t miss $5.99 Movie Ticket Tuesdays. Easy online booking.

Panama City Beach

Ride this iconic 200ft tall wheel for stunning views of Panama City Beach. Especially at sunset hour. Features fully enclosed, climate controlled gondolas.

Panama City Beach

Well-manicured 18-hole putt putt course that’s directly under the PCB wheel & great atmosphere, especially at night. Bundle with PCB Wheel online to save money.

Panama City Beach

Found on the Boardwalk at Pier Park this indoor spot offers a unique combination of a mirror maze, a "Laser Maze Challenge," and a laser tag arena.

Panama City Beach

An enjoyable compact zoo experience that offers unique animal encounters (like feeding giraffes and parakeets) and a terrific petting zoo.

Panama City Beach

Recommended for ages 8+, these highly rated interactive escape rooms offer plenty of fun for both the young and young at heart.

Panama City Beach

Step into another world— a museum of quirky oddities, interactive exhibits, and bizarre displays that tend to fascinate curious kids.

Panama City Beach

Indoor amusement park & science center known for its upside-down building design, with 100+ hands-on exhibits, immersive rides, and interactive displays.

Panama City Beach

Classic waterpark with slides, a lazy river, wave pool, and children’s play areas — a full day of water fun for little ones and big kids alike.

Panama City Beach

A big outdoor fun spot 3 mini golf courses (kids 5 & under play free), the famous giant maze, and plenty of space to run around.

Panama City Beach

A 4-story track allowing single & double-rider go-karts to race, plus 18-hole pirate-themed putt putt, indoor arcade, and the Vertical Accelerator bungee ride.

Point Washington

Let the kids run around the gorgeous live oaks, pick a shady picnic spot, walk the nature trails, & tour the historic Wesley House.

Rosemary Beach

Newly updated playground tucked under natural shade. Push the kids on swings or watch them race down the slide. Nestled by Round Rd. and Windward Ln.

Rosemary Beach

Not far from the St. Augustine Green is the splash pad, for kids to cool off and get some energy out while the family relaxes on the shady benches behind.

Rosemary Beach

Open year-round, every Sunday 9am-1pm, selling locally sourced produce, breads, pastries, honey, seafood and other food items from friendly vendors.

Rosemary Beach

Kid Favorite! Offers the cutest kids' clothing brands in sizes 0-14 for girls and 0-12 for boys. Lots of fun toys…grab a ball & head to the lawn a few steps away!

Rosemary Beach

A magical candy and ice cream store with a unique, fun selection of candy and chocolates. They sell cute Sugar Shak branded tshirts too.

Rosemary Beach

From beach reads to kids classics, this bookstore offers puzzles and games too — and even a story-telling hour in Spring, Summer, & Fall.

Rosemary Beach

If your girls love Lush or The Body Shop, stop by this fun shop to browse all things soaps, scents, lotions, and skincare.

Sandestin

Shop til you drop and make sure to stop by the kid-favorite Disney Store Outlet, & enjoy the shaded, padded playground right outside of it.

Sandestin

A gorgeous development that is worth the drive — kids can spend the whole day here & never run out of fun! Lots of shopping, dining, & fun events too.

Sandestin

Tween favorite! Featuring ziplines, rock walls, ropes courses, trampolines, games, & a carousel right in the heart of Baytowne.

San Destin

One of our favorites! Let imaginations (& legs) run wild in this large, clean, enclosed playground with pirate ships, tube slides, bridges, & swings.

San Destin (Baytowne)

If your child loves dolls, she will adore this Baytowne shop featuring doll clothing, footwear and accessories for American Girl and Bitty Babies.

Santa Rosa Beach

Large, fun park for all ages naturally shaded by trees that includes a splash pad, skate park, baseball, & football fields.

Santa Rosa Beach

Every Friday your child can experience indoor fun at Open Gym: Crawlers thru 5 yr olds are 9:30am-11:30am, & 5-10 yr olds are 6:15pm-9:00pm.

Santa Rosa Beach

An indoor batting cage facility offering cage and machine rentals, along with classes & camps for baseball, softball, dodgeball, & more.

Santa Rosa Beach

Pickleball courts, outdoor (free) batting cages, soccer fields, & a fun playground featuring a large climbing web, swings, & slides for all ages.

Seagrove

Our favorite homemade ice cream shop made the list twice, with their second location in Seagrove. Enjoy unique flavors & the same nostalgic candy selection.

Seagrove

Get all the cute official 30A and Beach Happy merch here like hats, tshirts, sweatshirts, stickers, and more, plus beach gear.

Seaside

Shop, dine, then grab a ball & let the kids run up & down the grassy hills of this magical palm-tree-lined amphitheatre. Check their events list too.

Seaside

Voted #1 Bookshop to Visit in Florida by Southern Living Magazine … Grab a good beach read while the kids explore the vibrant kids section.

Seaside

Beware, it is difficult to get kids out of this adorable store without buying a toy, ball, purse, jewelry, or stuffed animal! The cutest selection & very fun vibe.

Seaside

Head to 31 Natchez. St. to see the home where Jim Carrey filmed the movie & famously greeted his neighbors with one of the most memorable lines.

Seaside

Take in all the local vendors lining the Seaside Amphitheatre every Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Enjoy live music, yummy samples, produce, & local goods.

Watersound

Always something fun happening here: movies on the jumbotron, DJ dance parties, & live music! Multiple restaurants onsite & cute shops too.

Watersound

Located inside The Big Chill, stop by this DIY stuffed animal shop for an interactive experience to pick an animal to stuff, dress, & name.

Watersound

This ten-hole par 3 course is the perfect length for younger kids. Named one of the World's 25 Best Par 3 courses by Golf.com, adults enjoy it too.

Watercolor

Park near Cerulean Park & walk or bike North across the bridge. Explore the wooded trails for an off-the-beaten path tour of Watercolor.

Watercolor

Chase butterflies and walk through the most beautiful flower garden on 30A, or climb the mini oaks and run freely in the green space.