Oakland Travel Guide
Fort Walton Beach
Popular places to visit
Okaloosa Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
After visiting Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Okaloosa Island Pier
Okaloosa Island Pier is just one of the places to see in Fort Walton Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park during your visit to Fort Walton Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its seafood restaurants.
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
You can take time to visit Wild Willy's Adventure Zone during your travels to Fort Walton Beach. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin
Destin Harbor Sunset Eco Dolphin Cruise
Crab Island Pontoon Boat Tour with Captain- 3-Hour Destin Charter
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Destin: The Original Cruisin Tikis Crab Island Experience
Top hotels in Oakland
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Room overlooked the pool. It was beautiful especially at night.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
My kids loved the pool! It was so warm. We got a room that went straight out to the pool, so it was perfect. The beach was so good! Beautiful. Easy to get to. Clean. Softest sand I’ve ever felt!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Breakfast was fresh. Coffee delicious and hot! Staff get a bit confused with the order but strive to please you. Room is very clean as well as other areas of the hotel. The pool is well maintained. Fitness room was great!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
my second time staying here & will stay again in the future! we are former locals that were in town visiting family, and this location is perfect for that and to be near our favorite beaches and places to eat! always super clean and the staff is always so kind and helpful!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Property had everything you needed. Perfect place to stay ad we couldn’t ask for more. Definitely staying here again in the future.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Village Inn Destin
The rooms were clean and the breakfast was good. The location was great.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
Northwest
When in Northwest, you can plan a visit to Emerald Coast Science Center and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Seabreeze
While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.
South Bayou
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Bayou and surrounding area, you can visit Emerald Coast Science Center and Okaloosa Island Beach.
Beal Parkway
When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Okaloosa Island Beach and Emerald Coast Science Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cinco Bayou
Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Sound and Indian Temple Mound Museum are top sights worth seeing.
