My husband and I have certainly had our share of Destin date nights over the last 17 years. We’ve also been lucky enough to help other couples plan extra-special date nights for occasions like marriage proposals and vow renewals, so we have a little bit of experience with romantic activities in Destin. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, it seemed like a good idea to throw out a few date night ideas for those who aren’t familiar with Destin, so here are a few ideas if you’re looking for a little help planning a romantic evening during your Destin vacation.
- There are plenty of options for a romantic dinner and a moonlit stroll along the beach, a romantic activity that everyone should try at least once! We like going to Camille’s which is across the street from a public access beach, so you can go for a stroll afterwards. Ask for a table on the balcony if the weather is nice. The warm breeze and rustle of the palm trees is a perfect compliment to the laid-back atmosphere.
- If you really want to knock her socks off, plan dinner for two actually ON the beach at Henderson Park Inn’s BeachWalk Café and maybe even get away for a whole night at this fabulous B&B. Henderson Park Inn was rated the most romantic hotel in all of North America by TripAdvisor. Now THAT’S impressive!
- Have dinner at Louisiana Lagniappe or the Marina Café, which both overlook the scenic Destin Harbor, and then sail off into the sunset by boat on a private sunset cruise. (The romantic and private setting of the boat has proven to be the perfect place to propose, should you be so inclined…) You can choose to have a captain guide you while you sip on cocktails or you can drive the boat yourself for ultimate privacy.
- Want an intimate dinner for 2? Have dinner and drinks at the award-winning Bijoux. The warm, cozy, intimate atmosphere makes this restaurant a must-visit! Do yourself a favor and try their signature filet mignon with lobster tempura, and goat cheese ice cream for dessert (trust me on this!).
- Big anniversary coming up? Why not renew your vows in paradise? We’ve helped arrange several vow renewals for couples celebrating big anniversaries. The sunset glistening over the water makes a perfect backdrop if you’d like to renew by boat and let us arrange all the details, or you can have a simple ceremony on the beach.
What other date night activities have you tried in Destin? Leave a comment and let me know!
Hi,
I am trying to propose to my girlfriend in Destin which is where we met. I want to either set up a romantic dinner on the beach or a private yacht dinner or something of the sort. Not sure if either of these are possible, and open for suggestions haha.
Thank you!
I am heading to destin in sept. with my girlfriend. I am proposing there and I would like some info on the private capt guided boat ride after dinner at the Louisiana Lagniappe like you suggested. We have had dinner there a few times but I am unfamiliar with the private boat ride so any info would help. Thank you in advance. Justin Marshall
Hello, we will be a 58 year young couple wanting to elope. Coming from Wisconsin just us, no guests.
Arriving April 6 – 13th of 2022.
We are staying @ 9300 Baytown Wharf in Destin, nice VRBO condo.
I was hoping to get there for a visit before and scope out everything. Not going to happen now.
On a very strict budget.. Would like to plan our stay for fun excursions daily, a romantic dinner, couples massage, Crab Island, etc…
I would like to gift my fiancee a ride on a rented Harley together for part of a day.
He has one himself and I don’t ride with him often enough. He would be ecstatic if I surprised him! I called around and for this in Destin area was suggested of finding an owner who rents his out. Difficult not being from there.
Need to arrive and get our marriage license and efficient is needed.
I did find a photographer, then because of getting married @ 10:30am for pics we will have it wrapped up by noon.
Any ideas to do after our intimate ceremony. Maybe a lunch cruise?
I just need help creating an itinerary, but most places aren’t reserving this early for 2022.
Thank you for this long read :)