Location: Fort Walton Beach
Top Things to do in Fort Walton Beach
Things to do in Fort Walton Beach, Florida (FL): The Best Museums
The great outdoors is likely to feature prominently in any vacation to Fort Walton Beach. There are two public golf courses in Fort Walton Beach, The Oaks and The Pines, while championship courses such as the one at Regatta Bay are within easy reach. Sea anglers have the opportunity for some fine shore or boat fishing, hunting down the big game fish which populate the waters off the Florida coast. The more adventurous may wish to go surfing - or even take instruction and perform a parachute jump!
Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach
1. Indian Temple Mound and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
We are an educational and cultural institution of long standing traditions. It is our mission to preserve, interpret and present the prehistory and history of the Fort Walton Beach community and the Northwest Florida area from 14,000 B.C. through the 1950′s. We serve students, citizens and visitors through exhibits, educational programs, publications and special events.The Indian Temple Mound Museum is part of the Heritage Park and Cultural Center which also includes the Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum, Garnier Post Office Museum, Fort Walton Temple Mound, and the Civil War Exhibit Building. One admission price covers all four museums!
Reviewed By MrsRichmond - Fort Walton Beach, United States
The museum and grounds were happily open, and all staff were knowledgeable and cheerful. There were plenty of exhibits to interest all ages and a few interactive exhibits that were very cool. We enjoyed all of the buildings and would visit again. There is also a gift shop.
2. Air Force Armament Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,358 reviews
The focus is on Air Force armament through a variety of historical displays, from a B-17 World War II bomber to an F-4 Phantom II jet.
Reviewed By ajcracer - Riverton, United States
A very interesting place to visit getting to see the SR71 up close as well as the B52 made the stop worth it many aircraft on display as well a lot of information about their histories if your an aircraft buff this stop is worth your time
3. City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By dlord781 - Mount Juliet, United States
My 1st and 4th grader and I loved it! We needed a break from the beach and pools at our resort. The Museum is very well done and includes several interesting, interactive exhibits. Check the hours before going. School house and civil war exhibits closed on Wed and Thur. You can easily peer inside the school house and get a pic with your smart phone. It is all located downtown with a playground one street over, theater, gift shops and restaurants.
4. Camp Walton Schoolhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
5. Garnier Post Office
6. Emerald Coast Science Center
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 123 reviews
Step outside the box and experience science firsthand in our interactive museum including a STEM Makerspace, new exhibits, animal presentations, and more! We’re also only the third museum in the entire country to house SMALLab Learning--a groundbreaking exhibit that places you at the center of the action: your movement is tracked by motion capture cameras, allowing you to walk around on a 15-foot by 15-foot playing field to complete activities. Our museum is also home to over 45 touchable, workable exhibits and over 30 animals. Bring the whole family and discover the difference a hands-on encounter with science can make. The Science Center is a great way to spend the day for families with children of all ages. HOURS OF OPERATION: Open Wednesday-Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month for private birthdays and reservations only Closed: Sunday-Tuesday
Reviewed By misterc01 - Fort Walton Beach, United States
The ECSC is a MUST SEE in Fort Walton! It is extremely interesting as well as educational. The best part - the kids love it and earn from it. They ask us to take them back often, and the ECSC has program on a monthly basis with new presentations.
7. LimeLight Studio/Gallery
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