Downtown Fort Walton Beach Travel Guide
Fort Walton Beach
Visit Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Popular places to visit
Fort Walton Beach Landing Park
After visiting Fort Walton Beach Landing Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach.
Indian Temple Mound Museum
Discover the fascinating history and culture of Florida’s Pensacola people at this national historic landmark and accompanying museums in Fort Walton Beach.
Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your travels in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
One Hour Harbor Shared Tour with Dolphin Watching
Sunset/Harbor & Bay Cruise in Destin Rated Top 10
Clear Kayak Ecotour Destin Ft. Walton Beach
Private Chartered Luxury Pontoon Boat in Destin-Up to 6 Guests
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Walton Beach
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Convenient location in terms of access to nearby places, unfortunately things closed relatively early during this season. Overall good stay would return
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Great place to relax.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection
Clean room, excellent staff accommodations . Great service.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Entire atmosphere is fantastic. One of my favorite facilities to date. We did have to wait a long time to check in not sure where staff was...when they did arrive they were friendly
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
Yes! All the above.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Beal Parkway
When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Miracle Strip and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Okaloosa Island
Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Okaloosa Island Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.
Elliot's Point
While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.
Ferry Park
While Ferry Park isn't home to many top sights, Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Okaloosa Island Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cinco Bayou
Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Seabreeze
While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip.
