Wright 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.

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.

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.

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 lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do

Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico

Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin

4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion

Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin

Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Top hotels in Wright

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
The pool was really nice but it wasn't heated so the water was too cold to get in. I wish they had vending machines to get drinks or snacks late at night but they did open the gift shop for us to grab snacks. We wouldn't have known it was open if we didn't call. The gate was closed when we walked ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Staff were amazing Room clean and comfortable Staff will take you to the beach on a golf cart I was surprised that there was a charge for parking Don't get a balcony no water view
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
I love this property so much this will be the only place I stay. Very kid friendly and staff is so professional and kind.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
I think the resort should be advertised as a partial ocean view as the rooms do not have a direct view of the ocean.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach
It was mediocre- housekeeping should be offered daily
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Staff was friendly and professional. My room was facing the courtyard area and it was very loud. People were around the pool area until 1:00 am.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wright

Kenwood
While visiting Kenwood, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Apalachicola National Forest.

Ocean City
While visiting Ocean City, you might make a stop by sights like Bel-Air Shopping Center and Choctawhatchee Bay.

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 Bel-Air Shopping Center.

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.

Oakland
While visiting Oakland, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex.

Garniers Beach
While Garniers Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bel-Air Shopping Center and Indian Temple Mound Museum.

