The DL: Labeled as one of the best family beach towns in America, Seaside is a quaint little coastal town on 30A in Florida. Even though its a big family town its a great place to come visit with a group of friends, your spouse or to explore yourself. Plan to bike or walk everywhere and enjoy some of the softest beach sand in the gulf.
- Beach of Course – there is public access and cabana service
2. Grab brunch at the Great Southern Cafe – literally anything is good
3. Shop at the town center – makes sure to visit the seaside shop and outdoor market across the street
4. Snap a photo at some of Seaside’s iconic locations – check out the little post office in downtown or the iconic seaside tower by the beach
5. Grab a snack or drink from the food trucks – the frose from the crepe du Soleil airstream is amazing fyi
6. Eat Dinner at the roof of Bud and Alleys
7. Yoga on the Seaside Pavilion
8. See a show or movie at the amphitheater
9. Bike around the neighborhood – all the cottages are named by the owner and the streets are super picturesque
10. Visit one of the neighboring towns; Watercolor, Alys Beach, Seagrove, Rosemary Beach, Grayton Beach, Santa Rosa Beach and Destin
How to Get to Seaside:
Airports:
Ubers do exist as well as many shuttle services if you don’t rent a car:
- Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)
- Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
- Pensacola Regional Airport (PNS)
By Car:
- About a 4 hour drive from Birmingham, AL, Jacksonville, and New Orleans
- About a 5-6 hour drive from Jackson, MS and Atlanta
Where to Stay in Seaside:
- Seaside is mostly homes you can rent on airbnb and vbro
- Watercolor, Destin, Watersound, Santa Rosa, and Seagrove have cheaper options to stay.
For other guides on 30A visit here: Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach!
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