Oakland 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 Oakland
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
This property is very old. Not at all what is advertised. The room was dirty especially the floors. Our sink was stopped up and took them 2 days to fix it only because I complained to management! Phone was also not working. The housekeeping staff was lazy. Only made one of our beds one morning and ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
No. Did not have breakfast. The top, room darkening shade would not open or close and was stuck 3/4 closed on day one. The room was dark and gloomy. My wife had to use a blanket (held up by draping over chairs) to provide a makeshift cover at night in order to keep passersby from seeing into the ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Most beautiful view, the room was extremely clean and the staff is very friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
This is a very beautiful and very expensive hotel. Everything costs extra. Want to park your car? 29.00 per day. There is an additional 49.00 per day resort fee.a glass if house wine is 18.00 and they include 20% service fee. Oh and its called a beach resort. Want a chair at the beach it will cost ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
You have to drive about 7 minutes to get to the beach
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
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.
Seabreeze
While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.
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 Timpoochee Trail.
Beal Parkway
When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Timpoochee Trail and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cinco Bayou
Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Timpoochee Trail and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.
