Travel, Visit & Shop at Silver Sands Premium Outlets® (2024)

Attractions

Whether you plan on shopping at Silver Sands Premium Outlets for a day or are staying in the area on vacation, you'll love the endless attractions that are readily available to you and your family. Featuring over 26 miles of sugar white sand and emerald green waters, the area is also home to award-winning golf courses along with other area attractions include the iconic 30A, Crab Island, Big Kahuna’s Waterpark, The Track, Gulfarium, and the Emerald Coast Zoo. Visitors can also enjoy an endless array of watersports like stand-up paddle boarding, fishing charters and eco-adventures. If relaxing is on your agenda, get pampered by top-of-the-line spas like Serenity by the Sea at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa.

Dining

When visiting the shopping center, you're sure to enjoy an assortment of dining options during your shopping trip, from quick bites to casual dining experiences for the entire family. For power-shoppers on-the-go, grab a snack at Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Häagen-Dazs, or Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. If you’re looking for a fast-caual bite stop by Pino Gelato Café or Paris Banh Mi for tasty sandwiches, sweet boba tea or a delicious dessert. Take a break and relax at one of the delicious casual dining restaurants at the center. For Italian fare the entire family will enjoy, check out Carrabba's Italian Grill. Also, be sure to visit the newest additions opening in 2023 including Big Bad Breakfast & Waldo’s Chicken & Beer.

Nightlife

No vacation is complete without a night out on the town. After a long day of shopping, check out some of the nightlife spots surrounding the area. Carrabba’s Italian Grill is open late and offers a relaxing atmosphere to unwind with a glass of wine or beer. Visit Ara Rooftop Lounge at Hotel Effie for panoramic views and a hip vibe. For outdoor family fun, the Village of Baytowne Wharf offers family-friendly events, attractions and festivals. Seaside also features fun family activities in the summer including movie nights, parades, music, and more.

Accommodations

By Car

Conveniently located on U.S. Highway 98 just west of Sandestin® Golf & Beach Resort, access to Silver Sands Premium Outlets in Florida is available from the north across the Mid-Bay Bridge from State Road 20.

From U.S. Hwy 98 traveling East:
Coming from the Pensacola/Gulf Breeze direction, travel East on Hwy 98 through Navarre and Fort Walton Beach. Continue East through Okaloosa Island and Destin. Silver Sands Premium Outlets is located approximately 8 miles East of Destin and 6 miles (5 minutes) past the Okaloosa/Walton County line on the Left side (North) of Hwy 98.

From U.S. Hwy 98 traveling West:
Coming from the Panama City direction, travel West on Hwy 98. Silver Sands Premium Outlets is located approximately 23 miles (30 minutes) from the Walton/Bay County Line, 1 mile past Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort on the Right (North) of Hwy 98.

From Interstate 10 traveling West:
Take Exit #85 South at DeFuniak Springs, which is U.S. Highway 331. Travel left (south) for approximately 23 miles until the junction of Hwy 98. Turn Right (West) onto Hwy 98. Silver Sands Premium Outlets will be approximately 11 miles on the Right side of Hwy. 98, one mile past Sandestin® Golf & Beach Resort.

From Interstate 10 traveling East:
Traveling east, take Exit #70 South at Crestview, which is State Road 85. Drive South to State Road 20 and turn left (east). Continue east on SR 20 East/E John Sims Pkwy. E. Turn right onto State Road 293/Mid-Bay Bridge Connector. Cross Mid-Bay Bridge (toll). Head south to U.S. Highway 98, take a left and head east approximately six miles. Silver Sands Premium Outlets will be on the left.

By Bus

EC Rider
​http://www.ecrider.org/routes/
Shuttle service to and from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Departs Silver Sands Premium Outlets every hour on the half hour. Departure times and pick-up locations available online or by contacting Emerald Coast Rider at (850)833-9283.

By Shuttle

EC Rider
http://www.ecrider.org/
Transportation to and from Silver Sands Premium Outlets from Fort Walton Beach & Destin.

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Shuttle
(800) 559-1805
Guests of Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa can enjoy complimentary shuttle service to and from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Contact the resort for reservations.

Tops'l Beach and Racquet Resort Shuttle
(800) 380-4808
Guests of Tops'l Beach and Racquet Resort can enjoy seasonal complimentary shuttle service to and from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Contact the resort for transportation schedule.

The Henderson
(855)741-2777
Guests of The Henderson can enjoy seasonal complimentary shuttle service to and from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Contact the resort for transportation schedule.