Posted on 2/25/2025

Top 5 Rainy Day Family Activities in Destin

Rainy days at the beach don’t have to be a drag. Whether you're looking to be active, challenge your brain, or just have fun indoors, Destin has plenty of options for rainy day activities for all ages!


Urban Air Adventure Park

Don’t wipeout at Urban Air! Release built up energy on massive playgrounds, a rope course, laser tag, multiple trampolines and so much more. Kids and adults alike will love that there is something for everyone, which makes Urban Air a perfect place to spend a rainy day. Group Passes are available for purchase which bundles food and fun, perfect for a family of five. If you would like to stay close to this location, check out which condos are available with Compass Resorts at  The Palms of Destin less than half a mile away.

Bowling

Hit the lanes and bowl! Hurricane Lanes features 26 lanes for bowlers of all ages and skill level from beginners with bumpers to league winners. When the bowling has ended, check out the arcade that features 6 pool tables, Skee-Ball, air hockey plus so much more. Grab a bite to eat at Strike Zone Café that offers items from appetizers to burgers and pizza without ever having to leave the building. Opening at 11am and staying open late, Hurricane Lanes is the perfect place to enjoy a rainy day. If you would like to stay close to this location, check out which condos are available with Compass Resorts 2.5 miles away at Sterling Sands.

Destin Laser Tag

Play Hide and Seek in a 4000 sq foot black light laser tag maze. Challenges lurk around each corner with other players in a free-for-all, but sector mines guard the area to tag you out as well. Once you finish laser tag, check out the black light mini golf for 18 holes of air-conditioned entertainment. Destin Laser Tag will have your family making lasting memories rain or shine. Grab a bite to eat next door at Fudpuckers and visit the famous gator beach. If you would like to stay close to this location, check out which condos are available with Compass Resorts at  Silver Shells that is less than a mile away.

Rock Climbing

Rock Out Climbing Gym offers a climate-controlled facility for all levels of climbing. This is a perfect spot to learn a new sport when the weather is not its best. For ages 3 and older, the terrain offers difficulty levels from extremely easy to more extreme. Try something new on a rainy day and hit the gym to Rock Out. If you would like to stay close to this location, check out which condos are available with Compass Resorts a mile away at Harbor Landing.

Escape Rooms

Try your luck to escape before the clock runs out! Escapology offers 6 different escape rooms for players to work together in an adrenaline filled atmosphere. For the kids, rooms can be set to “Kids Mode” which sets the rooms to easy mode and lets them be in charge. Play the rainy day away at Escapology in Miramar Beach. Escapology is located within the Market Shops of Sandestin. Enjoy dining at places like Ben & Jerry’s, Pizza by the Sea, and Tuscany Bistro. There are a few boutiques, a salon, and a spa located in the plaza. If you would like to stay close to this location, check out which condos are available with Compass Resorts at Edgewater, only 1.5 miles away.

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