Cycle the Timpoochee Trail
30A 2 hrs
Cycle the scenic Timpoochee Trail, connecting charming 30A beach towns.
Where to stay
Hotels in Santa Rosa Beach
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At a glance
Climate
Subtropical
Languages
English
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-5)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Seaside
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% standard
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
95 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Fresh Gulf Seafood
Key Lime Pie
Shrimp and Grits
Oysters
When to visit Santa Rosa Beach
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: June, July
Busiest: May-Aug
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Jan50
Cool, quiet
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Feb55
Mild, pleasant
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Mar75
Spring break, warm
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Apr85
Warm, sunny
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May90
Hot, busy
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Jun95
Hot, humid, rain
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Jul95
Hot, humid, rain
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Aug90
Hot, humid, storms
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Sept80
Warm, less crowded
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Oct75
Mild, pleasant
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Nov60
Cooler, quiet
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Dec50
Cool, festive
Things to do in Santa Rosa Beach
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Gulf Fishing Charter
Destin/Panama City Beach 4 hrs
Embark on a deep-sea fishing charter in the abundant Gulf of Mexico.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Paddle Coastal Dune Lakes
Santa Rosa Beach 2 hrs
Paddleboard or kayak on rare coastal dune lakes, unique to this region.
Visit Eden Gardens State Park
Santa Rosa Beach 2 hrs
Wander through Eden Gardens State Park's historic mansion and lush gardens.
Best in the evening
2 places
Stroll Seaside Town Center
Seaside 2 hrs
Stroll through iconic Seaside, famous for its architecture and film appearance.
Sunset at the Beach
Any Beach 1 hr
Witness breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico from the beach.
Any time of day
1 place
Relax on Santa Rosa Beach
Santa Rosa Beach 3 hrs
Relax on the sugar-white sands of Santa Rosa Beach, perfect for sunbathing.
Practical ratings
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Near Santa Rosa Beach
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