Title: Things to Do in Santa Rosa Beach in 2026 | Expedia.com [Santa Rosa Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118)[Hotels in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hotels.d183118.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Car-Rental-Guide)[Santa Rosa Beach Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Santa Rosa Beach ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Rosa Beach Types of activities Where to stay [Santa Rosa Beach Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118) ![Santa Rosa Beach featuring a coastal town and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183118/fe3e5ff0-97d3-44b4-aba0-b2c965b3af07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Rosa Beach which includes general coastal views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183118/e0f3c7f6-bfcb-4421-9d36-205b28ca2686.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Walton Beach featuring a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183118/16ee0f0c-a0ac-46a9-841a-2dfc2b602f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Rosa Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183118/aec404b1-8712-4122-8c6f-3041090739fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sea oats and fence along white sand beach at Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6677/bc95ea61-4c62-4489-a917-b3e38f16d698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Santa Rosa Beach Attractions Find out what makes Santa Rosa Beach tick with some of the very best [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=183118&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Look into our {26 fun activities in Santa Rosa Beach [fun activities in Santa Rosa Beach](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=183118&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and rest easy knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Santa Rosa Beach ### Tours & day trips [See all 18 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Premium Non-Private 3 Hour Crab Island Tour with Bathroom](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49885101/6d50ddca-a9c2-4e02-bac7-b63ba0b27346.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Premium Non-Private 3 Hour Crab Island Tour with Bathroom 3h 10/10 21 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/premium-non-private-3-hour-crab-island-tour-with-bathroom.a49885101.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836200/390bd13c-0e12-432c-b0a7-fad20267bd20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna 1h 30m 9.6/10 69 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sandestin-sunset-eco-dolphin-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836200.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Self Guided Ebike Adventure on the Scenic Timpoochee Trail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50726588/54b6dbb7-bfe9-4e31-a360-c286f4af12fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Ebike Adventure on the Scenic Timpoochee Trail 6h Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/self-guided-ebike-adventure-on-the-scenic-timpoochee-trail.a50726588.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Catamaran Charter to Crab Island for up to 13 Guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50754596/6c72ae45-d59e-4801-9ceb-880d85b27b3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Catamaran Charter to Crab Island for up to 13 Guests 4h Free cancellation available $819 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-catamaran-charter-to-crab-island-for-up-to-13-guests.a50754596.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![3 Hour Crab Island Excursion on the Hopper](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50770663/071bb715-c155-414e-8679-4c40c36490f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Hour Crab Island Excursion on the Hopper 3h Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hour-crab-island-excursion-on-the-hopper.a50770663.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Destin Inshore Fishing Charter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1374282/5bab4708-a088-4e2a-833c-07fe97c09439.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Destin Inshore Fishing Charter 8h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $860 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/destin-inshore-fishing-charter.a1374282.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Santa Rosa Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3104783/e04deccc-56ba-4817-ad52-308a9c3022fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Santa Rosa Beach 1h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $184 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-professional-vacation-photoshoot-in-santa-rosa-beach.a3104783.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Fort Lauderdale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3233250/e196de8a-6110-4a4e-9737-827f56c51301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Fort Lauderdale 1h Free cancellation available $219 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-professional-vacation-photoshoot-in-fort-lauderdale.a3233250.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2106806/33f4b02f-620f-456a-8fdf-ca288d7a495f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay 4h 10/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $500 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/inshore-fishing-on-the-waters-of-the-choctawhatchee-bay.a2106806.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Dolphin cruise in Santa Rosa Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50827753/e68d3966-6f53-42f1-ac5e-15be58e6d571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dolphin cruise in Santa Rosa Beach 4h Free cancellation available $450 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dolphin-cruise-in-santa-rosa-beach.a50827753.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836200/390bd13c-0e12-432c-b0a7-fad20267bd20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna 1h 30m 9.6/10 69 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sandestin-sunset-eco-dolphin-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836200.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Small-Group Banana Boat Ride at Miramar Beach Destin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3888848/5e4a3662-3706-41b9-a50e-7afac2984258.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Small-Group Banana Boat Ride at Miramar Beach Destin 15m 9/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-banana-boat-ride-at-miramar-beach-destin.a3888848.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Guided Sunset and Eco Tour Non Private in Destin, FL](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47222098/6233fffe-8749-4ae3-9d50-ffc8883790de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Sunset and Eco Tour Non Private in Destin, FL 1h 15m 10/10 43 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-sunset-and-dolphin-cruise-non-private-in-destin-fl.a47222098.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Sandestin: Morning Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51784260/d14a5aa9-34dd-4ab6-8756-57e592b82976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sandestin: Morning Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts 1h 30m Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sandestin-morning-dolphin-watching-cruise-with-donuts.a51784260.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Sandestin Fireworks Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836473/ac516688-c167-45c4-99bc-957940d5d01f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sandestin Fireworks Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna 1h 30m Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sandestin-fireworks-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836473.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Sandestin: Fireworks Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51925819/958c8d99-6f25-4ad5-ba41-c6b70552326b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sandestin: Fireworks Cruise 1h 30m Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sandestin-fireworks-cruise.a51925819.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ### Weddings & honeymoons [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&filter.categories=WeddingsHoneymoons) ![Relaxed Private Photography Experience in Santa Rosa Florida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45746216/a9cfe238-84d2-45b7-843e-b99f76e7c0d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Relaxed Private Photography Experience in Santa Rosa Florida 1h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $175 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/relaxed-private-photography-experience-in-santa-rosa-florida.a45746216.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Watercolor Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47506777/615c41c2-74f4-465a-ac38-119d511d1f46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Watercolor Beach 1h Free cancellation available $272 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-professional-photoshoot-in-watercolor-beach.a47506777.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Private Professional Photoshoot in Gulf Place](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47524652/50b9fa92-09d9-48f3-8d53-fc8088bd709b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Professional Photoshoot in Gulf Place 1h Free cancellation available $219 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-professional-photoshoot-in-gulf-place.a47524652.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Self Guided Ebike Adventure on the Scenic Timpoochee Trail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50726588/54b6dbb7-bfe9-4e31-a360-c286f4af12fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Ebike Adventure on the Scenic Timpoochee Trail 6h Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/self-guided-ebike-adventure-on-the-scenic-timpoochee-trail.a50726588.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2106806/33f4b02f-620f-456a-8fdf-ca288d7a495f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay 4h 10/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $500 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/inshore-fishing-on-the-waters-of-the-choctawhatchee-bay.a2106806.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ![Offshore Fishing Charter Experience in Santa Rosa Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50002053/bd72b61b-45c8-4928-b6ec-3dc05b6b0905.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Offshore Fishing Charter Experience in Santa Rosa Beach 4h $1,400 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/offshore-fishing-charter-experience-in-santa-rosa-beach.a50002053.activity-details?&rid=183118&location=Santa+Rosa+Beach&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Santa Rosa Beach | Number of things to do | 26 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sandestin: Morning Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts](/things-to-do/sandestin-morning-dolphin-watching-cruise-with-donuts.a51784260.activity-details): $30 | | Top 5 things to do | [Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](/things-to-do/sandestin-sunset-eco-dolphin-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836200.activity-details)[Small-Group Banana Boat Ride at Miramar Beach Destin](/things-to-do/small-group-banana-boat-ride-at-miramar-beach-destin.a3888848.activity-details)[Sandestin Fireworks Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](/things-to-do/sandestin-fireworks-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836473.activity-details)[Premium Non-Private 3 Hour Crab Island Tour with Bathroom](/things-to-do/premium-non-private-3-hour-crab-island-tour-with-bathroom.a49885101.activity-details)[Guided Sunset and Eco Tour Non Private in Destin, FL](/things-to-do/guided-sunset-and-dolphin-cruise-non-private-in-destin-fl.a47222098.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](/things-to-do/sandestin-sunset-eco-dolphin-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836200.activity-details)[Small-Group Banana Boat Ride at Miramar Beach Destin](/things-to-do/small-group-banana-boat-ride-at-miramar-beach-destin.a3888848.activity-details)[Sandestin Fireworks Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna](/things-to-do/sandestin-fireworks-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836473.activity-details)[Premium Non-Private 3 Hour Crab Island Tour with Bathroom](/things-to-do/premium-non-private-3-hour-crab-island-tour-with-bathroom.a49885101.activity-details)[Guided Sunset and Eco Tour Non Private in Destin, FL](/things-to-do/guided-sunset-and-dolphin-cruise-non-private-in-destin-fl.a47222098.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Rosa Beach - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Santa Rosa Beach There's no need to run your credit card hot in Santa Rosa Beach. The following won't cost a cent. **South Walton Beaches** \- Get stuck into your favorite magazine or listen to a podcast while sitting in the sunshine. **30A Bike Trail** \- Take a break from the urban jungle and get in touch with nature at this inspiring landscape. **Eden Gardens State Park** \- Rejuvenate your mind and body by spending a bit of time with Mother Nature. ### Things to Do in Santa Rosa Beach with Kids There's fun for the whole family wherever you wander in Santa Rosa Beach. Here are some [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=183118&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can do together that are bound to make your getaway unforgettable: - [Harbor Lights Tiki Cruise through Destin Harbor](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/harbor-lights-tiki-cruise-through-destin-harbor.a695147.activity-details) - [The MAXIMUM MAGIC Show Starring Noah & Heather Wells](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-maximum-magic-show-starring-noah-heather-wells.a1344481.activity-details) - [Tiki Sunset Cruise](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tiki-sunset-cruise.a678887.activity-details) - [Dolphin Encounter with Admission to Gulf World Marine Park](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dolphin-encounter-with-admission-to-gulf-world-marine-park.a397160.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Santa Rosa Beach? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Rosa Beach ![Downtown Destin Florida with Destin Bridge or William T. Marler Bridge connect Santa Rosa Island beach near Crab Island with busy speeding boats on turquoise water along Gulf of Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653511/861f05ce-284e-44a5-81a1-093edd1e65b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seaside Beach 4.5/5(887 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seaside Beach during your travels in Santa Rosa Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Seaside-Beach-Seaside.d553248621532653511.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pathway and sea oats on beach at Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida; Shutterstock ID 104491910; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000426474/a96e8eab-0fab-483b-b7db-d4ebdec20242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Mountain Beach 4.5/5(47 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blue Mountain Beach during your travels in Blue Mountain Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Blue-Mountain-Beach-Blue-Mountain-Beach.d3000426474.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grayton Beach State Park showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065719/bef00a69-79ce-43c9-ad80-6522601cc5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grayton Beach State Park 4.5/5(340 reviews) Relax on pristine beaches, walk through tranquil forests and dine on local seafood when you visit this attractive beachside community. [](https://expedia.com/Grayton-Beach-State-Park-Watercolor.d6065719.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunrise at Deer Lake - Seacrest Beach FL, Shutterstock ID 1063492796, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496771/93651c5d-5862-49b6-b760-83edb8601380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seacrest Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seacrest Beach during your trip to WaterSound Beach? [](https://expedia.com/Seacrest-Beach-Panama-City-Beach.d553248635976496771.Vacation-Attraction) ![SantaRosaBeach_30ABikeTrail_553248621532653510_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653510/427d757d-bee9-4d57-85d0-e87edcf1ef4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 30A Bike Trail 4.5/5(14 reviews) Enjoy a trip to 30A Bike Trail and popular activities like golfing in Santa Rosa Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/30A-Bike-Trail-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653510.Vacation-Attraction) ![500px Photo ID: 170153661 - Bright sun, blue skies, a few clouds, and green water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194776/54d6ef3b-3fa4-4138-ab7a-73fdc908142f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seagrove Beach East Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seagrove Beach East during your trip to Santa Rosa Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Seagrove-Beach-East-Seagrove-Beach.d553248635976194776.Vacation-Attraction) ![Florida gulf coast shoreline in spring at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505610/db32fd9d-33f3-4070-997a-6e8290d54ca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 4.5/5(15 reviews) You can take time to visit Topsail Hill Preserve State Park during your travels to Santa Rosa Beach. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Topsail-Hill-Preserve-State-Park-Dune-Allen-Beach.d553248621560505610.Vacation-Attraction) ![Great place to go walk around while at the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653520/dbba8073-8afc-4b1b-9991-a575afff0fff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Gardens State Park Explore the great outdoors at Eden Gardens State Park, a lovely green space in Santa Rosa Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Eden-Gardens-State-Park-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653520.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Gulf of Mexico on a rainy autumn day at Seaside, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/85f21b94-f18a-4c5d-88b6-bca91dba6e64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seagrove Beach West Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seagrove Beach West during your trip to Watercolor? [](https://expedia.com/Seagrove-Beach-West.d553248635976480719.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Santa Rosa Beach ![Fort Walton Beach which includes a sunset and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/156147/691999ec-be31-4710-80cc-b6711724df8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seagrove Beach 4.5/5(27 area reviews) On this shoreline on the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find a wonderful beachside hamlet and plenty of spots to play and relax. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Seagrove-Beach.dx156147) ![Seaside which includes a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/cd77d373-abdd-4889-919c-5bcd5e98845f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seaside 4/5(1 area review) This unincorporated area on Florida's Panhandle boasts a Seaside Farmers Market and a picturesque interfaith chapel. Explore the town center and stroll along pedestrian alleys radiating from the heart of the community. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Seaside.dx183119) ![Watercolor Seaside is my favorite beach in the South! It has the prettiest white sand and fun things to do! #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183119/0571a8b9-48d1-422e-a014-6dfb7ed83436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Watercolor 5/5(10 area reviews) While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Watercolor.dx553248635976471726) ![Pathway and sea oats on beach at Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/642302230125404160/54f17316-63cb-4016-b196-cc6fb6e6a625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Blue Mountain Beach If you're spending some time in Blue Mountain Beach, Blue Mountain Beach and Santa Rosa Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Blue-Mountain-Beach.dx642302230125404160) ![Boardwalk Hiking Trail Through Longleaf Pine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635077137387/d4f7f511-dd5c-4230-85de-79f2716c78b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Grayton Beach You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Grayton Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Grayton Beach State Park or Grayton Beach. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Grayton-Beach.dx553248635077137387) ![Sunset photo at Dune Allen Beach in Santa Rosa Florida on March 11, 2024](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471445/c00c47c5-be49-440f-99fd-b618cab5a448.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dune Allen Beach 4.5/5(12 area reviews) While visiting Dune Allen Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Santa Rosa Beach. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Santa Rosa Beach ![Panama City Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8021/bba9cc90-3d3c-4c3f-bfad-23c669e801ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Panama City Beach ![Golf Course At Seascape Resort featuring golf and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505596/1bd63ce5-3ad5-4c7b-a95a-b9f99f3ce3fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Miramar Beach ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Rosa Beach worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Santa Rosa Beach? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Rosa Beach? ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Rosa Beach? ### Is Santa Rosa Beach a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Santa Rosa Beach with kids? > - 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