Vacation Guide
Your Guide to Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Dining
Activities & Entertainment
Events & Festivals
Outdoor Recreation
Dining
Get ready for plenty of delicious meals during your visit to Fort Walton Beach! The Emerald Coast a fantastic array of restaurants, from casual lunch spots to incredible oceanfront dining with stunning views. Plus, adults can enjoy a frothy beer flight or delectable wine selection at any local wineries and breweries. Wherever you choose to dine, we know you’ll find something satisfying for the entire family!
Restaurants
Stewby’s Seafood Shanty
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Asiago’s Skillet
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Ali’s Bistro
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Highttide Seafood & Oyster Bar
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The Gulf on Okaloosa Island
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Angler’s Beachside Grill
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Floyd’s Shrimp House
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Rockin Tacos
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FUBAR Pizza Bar
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Wineries & Breweries
Props Brewery & Grill
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KC’s Sandbar & Grille
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The Boardroom Pub & Grub
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Taste Tapas & Wine Bar
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Enlightened Studios
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Salty Duck
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Fokker’s Pub
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Docie’s Dock
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G.I. Jake Tiki Bar & Bistro
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Activities & Entertainment
Fort Walton Beach sparkles like a hidden gem along The Emerald Coast because there’s always something to do here! Spend your time browsing local galleries, shopping around the island, or enjoying Fort Walton Beach’s abundance of family fun. With so much to do you’re sure to get an authentic taste of everything the Emerald Coast has to offer.
Theaters, Tours, and Shows
Suds n Cinema
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Stage Crafters Community Theatre, Inc.
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Regal Sun Plaza
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Regal Santa Rosa
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AMC Destin Commons 14
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New Vision Theatres Boulevard 10
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Museums, Galleries, and Historic Sites
Heritage Park & Cultural Center
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Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum
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Indian Temple Mound Museum
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HH ARTS Gallery
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Emerald Coast Science Center
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Air Force Armament Museum
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Destin History & Fishing Museum
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Heritage Museum of NW Florida
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Carver-Hill Museum
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Shopping
Santa Rosa Mall
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Shoppes at Paradise Pointe
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Uptown Station
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De’France Indoor Flea Market Antiques
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Waterfront Thrift Store
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Destin Commons
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Shoppes at Paradies Isle
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Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
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Silver Sands Premium Outlets
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Spas
Pure Spa
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A Day Away Massage & Spa
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It’s All About You Massage & Day Spa
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Coastal Spa
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Massage Envy
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The Beauty Experts
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Allure Salon Day Spa & Photography
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Lash, Wax & Relax
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Zen Massage Spa
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Other Activities & Entertainment
Surge Trampoline Park
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Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
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Fort SK8 Family Fun Center
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Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone
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Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park
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Destin Harbor Boardwalk
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The Track
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Gator Beach
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Thrills Laser Tag & Arcade
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Events & Festivals
No matter the season, Fort Walton Beach always has something exciting planned. The area offers a tempting array of events and festivals that suit all kinds of interests. The best part? Every occasion is a reason for celebration and promises the utmost amusement. Food, music, arts, and culture, whatever makes you tick, Fort Walton Beach has an event for you!
January
Pelican Plunge at the Boardwalk
February
Mardi Gras on the Island
March
Destin Cobia World Championships
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
April
Musical Echoes Native American Flute Festival
Emerald Coast Volleyball Week
Easter Bunny at The Landing
May
Burning up the Beaches
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
June
Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
July
Fort Walton Beac4th of July at the Landingh Art Walk
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
August
Emerald Coast Poker Run
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
September
Kitty Hawk Kites Beach Kite Festival
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
October
Destin Fishing Rodeo
Destin Seafood Festival
Dog Daze
November
Downtown Holiday and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Fort Walton Beach Art Walk
December
City of Fort Walton Beach Christms Parade
Destin Christmas Parade
Destin Lighted Boat Parade
New Year’s Eve Boat Parade
Outdoor Recreation
In Fort Walton Beach, the shoreline creates the perfect blend of nature and thrill. For classic outdoor fun, head to our stunning white-sand beaches. You can explore the crystal-clear waters on a paddleboard, play a round of mini-golf, or spend a day on the beach! No matter what you do, you will be captivated by Okaloosa Island’s scenic landscape at every turn.
Hiking, Biking, and Kayaking
Bob’s Bicycles
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Playtri Fort Walton Beach
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Coastal Cruisers
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Sweet Escape Rentals
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Island Watersports Company
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Emerald Coast Kayaks
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SUP Express Paddle Board Rentals and Tours
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Waterlife Ventures
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Golf
Gator Lakes Golf Course
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Fort Walton Beach Golf Course
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Shalimar Pointe Golf Club
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Indian Bayou Golf & Country Club
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Okaloosa National Mini Golf & Ice Cream
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Goofy Golf
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Other Outdoor Activities
Ferry Park Disc Golf Course
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Liza Jackson Park
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Destiny Water Adventures
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Destin Airboat Tours
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Fort Walton Beach Landing Park
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Ross Marler Park
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Destin Excursions
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HarborWalk Adventures
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