Though Rosemary Beach is a small community with a population of under 5,000 people, there are a surprisingly great number of activities to do in the area! From numerous shops to beach fun, Rosemary Beach has lots to explore.
Stroll Down Main St.
Main St. offers restaurants, shops, and often live music as well. Stop by in the morning for your coffee at Starbucks or try the local Amavida Coffee Roasters. There are quite a few clothing and souvenir shops, but this is primarily where you’ll find all the best cuisine around. This is also where they hold the Farmer’s Market!
Explore White Sand Beaches
Rosemary Beach is known for their pristine, white-sand beaches throughout the region. The most popular of course being Rosemary Beach itself, but there is also Inlet Beach, Aly’s Beach, and Seacrest Beach. There are limitless activities for the whole family to enjoy such as swimming, paddle-boarding, building sandcastles, and more!
Enjoy the Sunshine on Golf Courses
There are plenty of golf courses in this region, though you may have a little bit of a drive to get the most popular ones. But, what’s a drive when you get to cruise down a scenic beachside to get to your favorite course? The closest course is Sharks Tooth Golf Club. Others nearby are Links Sandestin Golf Course, Windswept Dunes Golf Club, and Origins Golf Club.
Visit the Butterfly Garden
Near Rosemary Beach at West Kingston Road, you will find an incredible butterfly garden! Originally, it was meant to be a display garden, but through their colorful planting it became extremely luring for butterflies. You can’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be around these beautiful creatures and surrounded by natural features of this region.
Shop at the 30A Farmers’ Market
The famous 30A Farmesrs’ Market takes place on Sundays from 9AM-1PM. They have live music and 40-50 vendors at a time. It’s a must visit to chat with locals, support small businesses, and pick up some delicious food or unique souvenirs – all in one place!
Explore Deer Lake State Park
A visit to the Deer Lake State Park means a chance to see incredible sights! Inside the park is a rare coastal dune lake which mixes saltwater and freshwater. In addition, this habitat offers the chance to see some incredible wildlife in real time. It’s also home to various plant species including woody goldenrod, coastal dune habitat, southern magnolias, and more. The most popular activities in the park include fishing, walking, swimming, and having a picnic!