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

Hydro Rocket Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Destin

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
"Nice view from room. Property is being updated. No closet in the room. Very nice employees. Bar tenders and servers especially."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
"Beautiful hotel!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"To my surprise the room was very clean with a nice scent to it. No bad smell of mariguana or similar. I could return but next time I'll get a suit. The gulf view its beautiful"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Village Inn Destin
"Amazing experience at Village Inn Destin. The staff was super friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived, always helpful and attentive. The complimentary breakfast was excellent, with a great variety of fresh options every morning. The cleanliness of the hotel was outstanding — everything ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"The property was very nice. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"Parking safe and easy, clean and spacious room with excellent storage. Easy walk to the beach, clean pool and good gym."
Reviewed on 19 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 Indian Temple Mound Museum.

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.

