Guidebook for Fort Walton Beach

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Guidebook for Fort Walton Beach

Drinks & Nightlife

WIth outdoor seating and local live music, a fun place to eat, drink, dance, watch the game or hang out, and just a short walk up the street!
47 locals recommend
AJ's Oyster Shanty
108 Santa Rosa Blvd
47 locals recommend
WIth outdoor seating and local live music, a fun place to eat, drink, dance, watch the game or hang out, and just a short walk up the street!
Best martinis ever! This LITTLE hidden gem (in the Best Western lobby) has a cool retro theme, live music, and local's favorite. Get swizzled, it's just next door to Beach Blessings!
15 locals recommend
Swizzle Stick
380 Santa Rosa Blvd
15 locals recommend
Best martinis ever! This LITTLE hidden gem (in the Best Western lobby) has a cool retro theme, live music, and local's favorite. Get swizzled, it's just next door to Beach Blessings!

Parks & Nature

Swift flowing creek with a mile plus boardwalk, you can walk the boardwalk or take a tube and float down the creek! It’s free but pets and alcohol not permitted.
43 locals recommend
Turkey Creek Park
340 W John Sims Pkwy
43 locals recommend
Swift flowing creek with a mile plus boardwalk, you can walk the boardwalk or take a tube and float down the creek! It’s free but pets and alcohol not permitted.
Local icon, this marine park displays much of our local marine life. With dolphin shows, sea lion shows, and touch pools for smaller life. Sharks, turtles, exotic birds, and penquins too!
232 locals recommend
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
232 locals recommend
Local icon, this marine park displays much of our local marine life. With dolphin shows, sea lion shows, and touch pools for smaller life. Sharks, turtles, exotic birds, and penquins too!

Arts & Culture

Plenty of military aircraft on display outside, with an excellent collection of Air Force munitions, historical memorabilia, and firearms. Free and open daily!
87 locals recommend
Air Force Armament Museum
100 Museum Dr
87 locals recommend
Plenty of military aircraft on display outside, with an excellent collection of Air Force munitions, historical memorabilia, and firearms. Free and open daily!

Essentials

Just over Brooks Bridge!
12 locals recommend
Publix Pharmacy at Shoppes at Paradise Pointe
251 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
12 locals recommend
Just over Brooks Bridge!
Huge selection of wine, liquor and craft beers at great prices! Locally owned and operated. Also a large display of glasses and accessories! Less touristy gifts to take home!
9 locals recommend
Beach Liquors
247 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
9 locals recommend
Huge selection of wine, liquor and craft beers at great prices! Locally owned and operated. Also a large display of glasses and accessories! Less touristy gifts to take home!

Shopping

Souvenir is a must while visiting Okaloosa Island. Whether you need something for the beach or want to pick up a trinket for friends and family!
17 locals recommend
Alvin's Island Fort Walton Beach #9
1204 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
17 locals recommend
Souvenir is a must while visiting Okaloosa Island. Whether you need something for the beach or want to pick up a trinket for friends and family!

Entertainment & Activities

FUN dinosaur roaring 18-hole mini golf, a 4 story climbing thing, 4D theatre, and tons of arcade games! They also have pizza and beer!
93 locals recommend
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
1306 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
93 locals recommend
FUN dinosaur roaring 18-hole mini golf, a 4 story climbing thing, 4D theatre, and tons of arcade games! They also have pizza and beer!

Food Scene

Fresh Seafood on the boardwalk, just a walk down the beach!
25 locals recommend
Floyd's Shrimp House
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
25 locals recommend
Fresh Seafood on the boardwalk, just a walk down the beach!