Fort Walton Beach, Florida Area Attractions

You just won’t believe the possibilities offered in Fort Walton Beach, Florida for entertainment and excursions!  This is the place to be, especially if your family enjoys outdoor attractions.  There is also no shortage of golf and nightlife in Fort Walton Beach, Florida!  We’ve gathered just a few of our favorites here, but feel free to ask any of our helpful resort staff for more recommendations on Fort Walton Beach attractions and activities.

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Popular Family Attractions Near Fort Walton Beach, FL

Gulfarium
America’s second oldest marine park (1955), it hosts Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, California sea lions, Peruvian penguins, Ridley turtles and more in 14 fascinating Gulf-edged exhibits.
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy. SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-244-5169

Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
This is where the locals go for the best info and gear for fishing in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico waters.  Offering beverages, snacks, bait, tackle, and pole rentals.  No fishing license is needed to fish from the pier, so this is a great way for out-of-town guests to get in on the fishing action.
1030 Miracle Strip Pkwy.
Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-244-1023

Indian Temple Mound And Museum
The 6,000-piece exhibit, showcasing America’s largest collection of Southeastern Indian Ceramic artifacts, journeys through 10,000 years of four prehistoric tribes.  The largest Indian mound discovered along saltwater (1400 A.D.) stands guard beside the museum.
139 S.E. Miracle Strip Pkwy.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-833-9595

Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park
Oversized water park offers more than 40 exciting water attractions.  Includes three tropical mini-golf courses, two wild and fast go-kart tracks and three high-thrill rides.
1007 Highway 98 E.
Destin, FL 32541
850-837-4061

Gator Beach
There is no admission fee to Gator Beach and your family can participate in a free alligator show.  Gator Beach features over 100 live alligators and is the only place you can actually feed alligators in a safe environment from 11am – 5pm daily.  Stroll through our Florida wildlife exhibit area and don’t forget to have your photo taken holding a live alligator.  The Gator Show runs everyday from noon – 4pm.
Gator Beach at Fudpucker's
Destin 20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy.
Destin, FL 32541
850-654-4200 ext. 40

Island Golf Center, Lost Lagoon Golf
1306 Miracle Strip Pkwy.
Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-224-1612

Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
1030 Miracle Strip Pkwy.
Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-244-1023

The Track Family Recreation Center
The Track in Destin is your family headquarters for fun!  Our action-packed recreation center features everything from the ultimate go-cart tracks, like our Wild Woody three-tiered go-kart/roller coaster hybrid, to big fun for little tykes at Kids Country.  Challenge your friends to miniature golf, Bumper Boats, or test your courage at our bungee jumping tower.  See our website for 10% OFF and FREE shipping on tickets!
1125 Hwy. 98 E.
Destin, FL 32541
850-654-4668

U.S. Air Force Armament Museum
Riddled with bombs, the only U.S. museum dedicated to the display of Air Force armament is “protected” by 25 reconnaissance, fighter and bomber planes such as the b-17 Flying Fortress and SR-71 Blackbird Spy Plane.  Four wars – WWII, Korean, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf – are spanned through a fighter cockpit simulator, thousands of weapons, war films, photography exhibits and more.
Hwy. 85 (outside main gate Eglin AFB)
Eglin AFB, FL 32542
850-882-4062