Destin is a beautiful city in Florida's Panhandle region, known for its pristine white sand Gulf of Mexico beaches and famed championship golf courses. Couples can marry directly on the beachfront at a number of luxurious resorts, which also offer grand ballrooms and in-house catering for plated or cocktail receptions. Private rental cottages, villas, and resorts offer event venue space for destination weddings, with accommodations offered for extended stays after festivities. Couples can also rent space at award-winning area restaurants for receptions, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties and enjoy in-house bartending and beverage services alongside delicious coastal cuisine.
Henderson Beach State Park
Henderson Beach State Park is a beachfront state park set on 200 acres that are home to 6,000 feet of pristine white sand beach shoreline. The park makes an ideal setting for couples who want to get married surrounded by nature, showcasing rolling dune landscapes, evergreen trees, magnolia plantings, and native wildlife. Six chic beachfront pavilions can be customized as event venues for dream weddings, hosting up to 250 wedding guests apiece. All pavilions offer amenities such as electricity and lighting, tables and chairs, and grills that can be used by caterers for food preparation. Three pavilions are located adjacent to restrooms that can be used for wedding guests.
17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-837-7550
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa is a luxury beachfront resort property showcasing numerous accommodation and venue options throughout its campus, which is also home to a full-service spa, three outdoor pools, and eight bars and restaurants. 27 indoor and outdoor event spaces are showcased throughout the venue, able to accommodate guest lists as large as 750 people. Catering is provided by the resort's expert culinary team, which can plate menu options for all reception styles, from casual cocktail hours to full buffet-style dinners. Event planners are available in house to help couples arrange every detail of their big day. The resort offers more than 200 guest rooms and suites that can be rented at discounted rates for happy couples and their wedding guests.
4000 S Sandestin Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550, Phone: 850-267-9500
Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Kelly Plantation Golf Club is an environmentally-friendly golf course located along the banks of Destin's beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay. The golf club is located on the site of a former turpentine plantation that was constructed in 1935 and once owned by one of the city's founding families, Mattie and Coleman Kelly. Today, the facility's beautifully-manicured championship golf course and sparkling bayside landscape are available to create a romantic setting for events of all sizes, with both indoor and outdoor event venues available for rental. Any style of wedding can be planned by the venue's event coordination services, from casual ceremonies to upscale festivities. Catering is provided by the venue's in-house culinary team, along with bar services for lively reception festivities.
307 Kelly Plantation Dr, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-650-7600
Wedding Venues in Destin: Marina Cafe
Marina Cafe is a highly-acclaimed fine dining restaurant opened in 1988 by Jim Altamura, known for its wood-fired pizzas, fresh-caught seafood entrees, and prime steak cuts. The restaurant's beautiful dining room overlooks the Destin Harbor, showcasing a 30-foot wall of windows flanked by high-beamed wood ceilings. The cafe is available as an event venue for receptions of all sizes, offering a private dining room that can accommodate up to 45 guests or a semi-private dining room that can seat up to 75. The entire restaurant can also be rented, accommodating up to 250 guests. The venue's sister restaurant in Seaside, Crush Wine Bar, can also be rented for intimate wedding gatherings and events for up to 60 guests.
404 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-837-7960
Palazzo Del Sol House
Palazzo Del Sol House is an upscale beach villa rental located on Holiday Isle, offering an acre of private beachfront access within its private property area. The villa can be used as a wedding venue for intimate beach ceremonies and receptions, flanked by a backdrop of pristine white sand beachfront and deep blue waters. Couples can take wedding photography against the backdrop of the gorgeous beachfront or enjoy their first dance together in the twilight of unparalleled sunset views. The villa is gated for privacy and is home to a private pool, making it a great choice for couples who wish to stay and spend their honeymoon at the venue following their wedding. Three bedrooms are offered, along with three and a half baths and a beautiful panoramic upper deck.
632 Gulf Shore Dr, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 800-541-4191
Regatta Bay Golf and Yacht Club
Regatta Bay Golf and Yacht Club is a gorgeous golf course offering luxury Destin accommodations set on the banks of the pristine Choctawhatchee Bay. The club takes advantage of its beautiful natural surroundings to provide a picturesque setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other special events. Weddings can be held at both indoor and outdoor locations throughout the club, including a large outdoor patio area that can accommodate up to 150 guests and offers stunning views of the course and its glittering ponds. Catering and bar service are available in house and can be presented according to couples' reception needs and specifications. Professional wedding coordinator services are available through the venue to aid in all aspects of event planning.
465 Regatta Bay Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-337-8080
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is an upscale beachfront resort set on 2,400 beautiful acres between the Gulf of Mexico and the Choctawhatchee Bay. The resort is home to a variety of venues that can host small intimate weddings or grand large scale receptions, accommodating up to 750 guests at its largest venue. Outdoor venue options include outdoor lawns, beachfront areas, and golf course settings, while indoor event venues include several lovely ballrooms and party rooms. Wedding coordination services are on hand to help couples arrange every detail of their wedding. In-house catering services can craft plated menu options such as salmon tartar bouchee, bourbon-glazed mahi mahi, and rosemary crusted lamb loin.
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550, Phone: 800-622-1038
Seascape Golf, Beach and Tennis Resort
Seascape Golf, Beach and Tennis Resort is a 360-acre destination resort and award-winning wedding venue in Miramar Beach, located along the shoreline of Florida's beautiful Emerald Coast. The resort is home to five different event spaces that offer indoor and outdoor options for wedding ceremonies and receptions, including the ability to reserve mix-and-match spaces for different parts of wedding spaces. Beachfront ceremonies are a popular choice at the resort and can be accompanied by chic tents that provide opportunity to stay outside for receptions. Up to 250 guests can be accommodated at the venue, which also offers wedding coordination services. Couples can use the resort's in-house catering and bar services or choose their own outside vendors for all aspects of event planning. For additional convenience, the venue offers discounts on blocks of resort rooms for couples and their guests.
556 Seascape Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550, Phone: 877-424-2601
SunDestin Beach Resort
SunDestin Beach Resort is a casual beachfront hotel offering gorgeous views of the Gulf Coast amidst a variety of upscale resort amenities, including a restaurant, cafe, and indoor and outdoor pool facilities. The resort can host both wedding ceremonies and receptions, offering beachfront settings for outdoor weddings and a beautiful indoor grand ballroom. Up to 120 guests can be accommodated at the resort, which can customize ceremonies and receptions to fit each couple's wedding vision. Couples can choose from outside caterers and vendors of their choosing and take advantage of the venue's full setup and cleanup services. Lodging is available for couples and their guests throughout the resort's selection of relaxed condos, which feature lovely amenities such as kitchenettes and balconies with ocean views.
1040 US-98, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-837-7093
SunQuest Cruises SOLARIS Yacht
SunQuest Cruises SOLARIS Yacht is a luxury yacht service that sets sail from the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, offering stunning settings for weddings on the open water. The SOLARIS has been acclaimed as one of Destin's top wedding venues by experts at The Knot and WeddingWire. The yacht offers three decks, which feature both indoor and outdoor event and gathering spaces and can accommodate up to 150 wedding guests. All-inclusive wedding packages are available and include the services of award-winning wedding coordination teams, who can help couples plan every step of their perfect wedding day, from menu options to decor schemes. All spaces aboard the yacht can be flexibly configured to meet individual event needs.
9300 US-98, Miramar Beach, FL 32550, Phone: 850-650-2519
Wedding Venue in Destin: The Island
The Island is an historic beachfront hotel that dates back to 1966, offering laid-back beach ambiance paired with upscale modern amenities. An onsite five-story waterfall makes for a beautiful romantic setting for wedding photos, while numerous venue options are available to suit any size and style of wedding. Couples can hold casual beachfront weddings on the venue's stunning Gulf Coast waters or host up to 300 guests for receptions on its formal gulf-front island green. Event spaces can be customized to help each couple create their dream wedding vision. After the reception ends, lodging is available for couples and their guests within the hotel's modern rooms.
1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, Phone: 800-874-8962
The Henderson Beach Resort and Spa
The Henderson Beach Resort in Destin is a popular option for couples who want to have a beach or beach-side wedding. You have various options to choose from – the resort boasts a selection of romantic backdrops to your special day. You can say “I do” barefoot on the beach or just a few yards from the sea on the Beach Side East Green. But wait – there is more – you might prefer the fabulous Sunset Terrace, the Grand Lawn or the Destin Ballroom. Regardless of your theme, this resort can provide everything you need to make your wedding dreams come true. Customized catering and luxurious accommodation complete the picture.
200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, FL 32541, 855 741 2777
Emerald Grand at Harborwalk Village
It would be hard to beat the Emerald Grand at Harborwalk Village as a venue for your destination beach wedding. The village overlooks the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the beautiful Destin Harbor and there is plenty of accommodation for all your guests in a selection of villas and condos. Most couples choose to say “I do” on the beautiful outdoor Captains Deck, before moving indoors to the space of your choice for the reception. If you would like to extend you time with family and friends you can arrange a pre-wedding dinner, post-wedding breakfast or even a farewell lunch. The village has a team of event coordinators to arrange everything for you.
10 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, 800 676 0091
Wedding Venues Near Me: Pelican Beach Resort
If you are dreaming of a fully-immersive destination beach wedding you owe it to yourself to see what the Pelican Beach Resort in Destin can offer you. Here, overlooking the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Pelican Beach Resort has everything you need to celebrate your special day just the way you want to. If you wish, the resort can set up your ceremony right on the sugar-white sands. Your guests will be treated to unsurpassed sunset views and your photographs will be sensational. Most couples opt to enjoy their reception in one of the resorts’ indoor spaces which will be customized to suit your theme. And there is wonderful on-site accommodation for all your friends and family.
1002 US 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, 850 654 1425
