8 days in Destin & Springfield Itinerary

Miramar Beach is a census-designated place (CDP) in Walton County, Florida, United States. Bring the kids along to Waterfront Gifts and Art and The Village of Baytowne Wharf. And it doesn't end there: immerse yourself in nature at Henderson Beach State Park, take a stroll through HarborWalk Village, stroll around Destin Dog Park, and have some family-friendly fun at Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.

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New York City to Miramar Beach is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and taxi. Traveling from New York City to Miramar Beach, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New York City in July, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Miramar Beach, with lows around 78°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to fly to Springfield.

Attractions like Fantastic Caverns and Dickerson Park Zoo make great kid-friendly stops. Get out of town with these interesting Springfield side-trips: Alley Spring Grist Mill Historic Site (in Eminence) and Camdenton (Lake Valley Golf Club, Ha Ha Tonka State Park, &more).

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Traveling by flight from Miramar Beach to Springfield takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, car, and bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Miramar Beach in July since evenings lows in Springfield dip to 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Fri) to allow time for the flight back home.