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
Top hotels in Oakland
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Loved it! The room was nice and steps from the pool. My daughter had the steak tacos and she loved them too.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
breakfast was so great and the beds were really comfortable!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Property is older although in good condition. Rooms were excellent.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Village Inn Destin
Village Inn is affordable, the breakfast declined but Melissa who works the front desk is absolutely amazing. She is so kind and helpful. She always tries to make your stay more comfortable. Thank you Melissa for being so sweet and caring. Oh and patient lol
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
First room was terrible and dirty
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
The place was clean and very nice. We didn't eat breakfast, but bought a hamburger and fries and it was $23, way too much for that. Although the burger was good, but way over priced.
Reviewed on 14 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 Indian Temple Mound Museum and Okaloosa Island Beach, 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, Indian Temple Mound Museum and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.
