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.

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.

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.

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

Soundside Cruiser Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience

Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico

4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion

Dolphin and Sunset tour aboard the Hydro Rocket
Top hotels in Wright

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"I will be returning again and again. I didn’t want to leave. The resort was amazing and blew my expectations out of the water. It’s great for families, couples, solo trips, or whatever you should decide. It’s spacious and truly felt like home away from home. The amenities and dining facilities are ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"The outside of the resort was wonderful, conveniently located to the beach and nearby restaurants. The room wasn’t very clean, the air conditioner leaked water in the floor, there was no functioning lock on the balcony door, and housekeeping was unreliable."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
"Clean room, Great location to food, shopping & restaurants. Gym was nicely stocked for full workouts and very clean. Overall great place to stay for a night or long vacation. Also a plus, onsight Starbucks and very good size restaurant and common area."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"I didn't like the little cockroaches that came out at night."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"Absolutely loved it here! The room was clean, housing keeping came by to bring fresh towels. It is walking distance from the beach and local restaurants. It is also super close to the shopping outlets! I wish the pool was bigger but I would definitely book again!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
Other neighbourhoods around Wright

Kenwood
While visiting Kenwood, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Walton Beach Golf Club and Choctawhatchee Bay.

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

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 Miracle Strip.

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 Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.


