Location: Fort Walton Beach
Top Things to do in Fort Walton Beach
What to do and see in Fort Walton Beach, Florida (FL): The Best Free Things to do
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. DeFrance Antiques
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
One of the largest Flea Market/Antique Malls in the area. We have over 120 vendors with a wide variety of merchandise including antiques, vintage clothing and collectibles, shabby chic furniture, albums, hand crafted furniture, accessories,jewelry, hand carved spoons, local art and much more. We are a clean & friendly store with 13,000 sq feet and pet friendly.
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. Okaloosa Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,546 reviews
Reviewed By GrandTour816989
Great beach vibe! We were in town for a beach wedding. We enjoyed our time on the beautiful beach and loved the pool grotto bar. We will definitely come back for another visit very soon!
4. John C Beasley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By chelslynne - Pensacola, United States
There is a lifeguard showers and bathrooms. I would frequent this beach if I lived in the area. No high rises in the immediate area either just sea grass!
5. Wat Mongkolratanaram Buddhist Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Ashimyer
We came to visit the temple for the first time in October 2020. We arrived at 9:30 and all the food was ready to purchase but there was no line. Because of covid they have changed the way you order. Park near the Buddha and walk to the right around the building. It was very quick and efficient. You walk up to a lady at a booth and they have a paper sign with what you can order and prices. You pay her cash then step back and wait for them to call your name. We ordered 1$ Thai iced tea, pad Thai, pho soup, amazing fried rice. Fried chicken set which came with wok fried chicken, papaya salad and plain sticky rice. And 1 pork satay on a stick. We walked around the area where they were cooking and observed the different methods. People were kind and spoke to us. When we went to visit the statuary and person from the community was so friendly and answered any questions we had. So beautiful. Such a unique vibe. The monks come out and get food for the week from the community around 11 and do alms and songs.
6. Ross Marler Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By TravelinCroakers - Rockmart, United States
FWB has some really nice free parks. Marler park has a boat launch, picnic pavilions, swimming area, fishing dock, a wetland area, walking path, and maybe more I didn't even see because we stayed around the dock.
7. Fokkers Pub
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
8. Salty Duck
9. The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 381 reviews
Reviewed By stevolene - Chattanooga, United States
This is probably the center piece of okaloosa island, lots of shops and eateries, you don’t have to spend a dime if you don’t want to, lots a little quaint places just to chill , look at the beach and people watch
10. Liza Jackson Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By jessicacZ17IY - Baltimore, United States
This dog park was a great find. I found it on Sunday. There were a great group of.dog owners, big and small, but not crowded. Big and small dogs were separated. They had benches and water fountains. The best part was the view! A great Sandy bay area with picnic tables where you throw your dog a ball or walk along the Waters edge. A great beautiful spot for playing and relaxing with your pet in fort Walton Beach, FL.
