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Things to do in Seaside, FL: 2 local trip ideas

2 ready-made day trips in Seaside, FL: romantic and scenic. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

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Romantic trip

Charming & Coastal Romance in Seaside

5 stops · about 6 hr 15 min of stops · ~$205 per person

Enjoy a seamlessly walkable, incredibly romantic day exploring the charming New Urbanist streets, iconic architecture, and pristine shores of Seaside, Florida.

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    Amavida Coffee Roasters

    25 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Amavida Coffee Roasters, Seaside, FL

    Grab artisanal lattes and fresh pastries to enjoy on their cozy, sun-dappled patio.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Truman Show Seaside Pavilion

    E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Truman Show Seaside Pavilion, Seaside, FL

    Stroll hand-in-hand past the nine architecturally unique beach gateways and along the sugar-white sand.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Great Southern Cafe

    83 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Great Southern Cafe, Seaside, FL

    Share a plate of their legendary 'Grits a Ya Ya' for a delicious, sit-down Southern lunch.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$60 per person · Directions
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    Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

    2236 E County Rd 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar, Seaside, FL

    Sip sunset cocktails and listen to the ceremonial ringing of the vintage bell as the sun drops below the Gulf.

    ★ 4.0 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$40 per person · Directions
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    Bud & Alley’s Pizza Bar + Trattoria

    2236 East County Road 30-A, Seaside, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Bud & Alley’s Pizza Bar + Trattoria, Seaside, FL

    Conclude your evening with an intimate dinner of wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and fresh handmade pasta.

    ★ 3.3 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$80 per person · Directions
Scenic trip

A Picture-Perfect Day in Seaside

5 stops · about 5 hr of stops · ~$60 per person

Immerse yourself in the picturesque, pastel-hued coastal charm of Seaside, Florida, with a perfectly sequenced walk around its iconic Central Square, architectural beach pavilions, and breathtaking Gulf waterfront.

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    Great Southern Cafe

    83 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Great Southern Cafe, Seaside, FL

    Try their famous Grits à Ya Ya or a fresh local seafood scramble to fuel up for the day.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    United States Post Office

    99 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    United States Post Office, Seaside, FL

    Located in the heart of the square, this is the most photographed post office in the United States.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Coleman Beach Pavilion DJ RECEPTION

    E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Coleman Beach Pavilion DJ RECEPTION, Seaside, FL

    Walk past the striking, obelisk-style wooden archway for panoramic beach views and great photos.

    ★ 3.9 on Google · about 45 min · Free · Directions
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    Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

    2236 E County Rd 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar, Seaside, FL

    Grab an outdoor table right on the dunes and enjoy fresh crab cakes with stunning Gulf views.

    ★ 4.0 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$35 per person · Directions
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    Scenic 395 Beach Access

    2780 E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
    Scenic 395 Beach Access, Seaside, FL

    Conclude your day with a breathtaking sunset drive along the coastline past rare coastal dune lakes.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Free · Directions

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