Destin

Shop til you drop at H&M, Sephora, & Lush, browse the kids section at Books-a-Million, take home a new friend at Build-a-Bear, then catch a movie at AMC Theatre.

Destin

Kids love this all-Indoor adventure park including trampolines, Sky Rider indoor coaster, climbing walls, laser tag, & Virtual Reality. Get ready for a wild time!

Freeport

An interactive science center in a beautiful nature setting. Hold reptiles & meet red foxes & wild cats. Open 9am-2pm on Thurs & Fri only during Summer.

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

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

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

Inlet Beach

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

Inlet Beach

Your kids love sports? Catch a game or two on one of 28 TVs in this good-vibes, family-friendly sports bar…with nicely portioned kids meals too.

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. Check out the upscale shops, catch a movie at the AMC Theatre, then dinner at Cantina Laredo.

Panama City Beach

One of the only covered, gated outdoor playgrounds in the area, plus a splash pad, and outdoor basketball courts for when the rain stops.

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

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

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.

Rosemary Beach

The cutest toy shop— pickup some fun toys to keep the kids busy while it rains, or shop for adorable kids' clothing in sizes 0-14 for girls and 0-12 for boys.

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 covered, padded playground right outside of it.

Pop inside a restaurant or fun shop while it rains, then hit up the outdoor playground, carousel, adventure zone, or walk on the Bay pier once it stops.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Sample some of multiple food vendors, get competitive in the arcade, shop, and enjoy a beverage under the covered seating area while watching the jumbotron.