Fort Walton Beach Landing
Downtown waterfront park on Santa Rosa Sound with green space, a playground, fishing access and community events.
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Fort Walton Beach & Okaloosa Island Family Favorites
Plan family-friendly days around Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island with beaches, restaurants, attractions, water activities, parks, shopping and practical vacation services in one local directory.
Landmarks & Beaches (5)
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Long-running Okaloosa Island marine park with dolphins, sea lions, seals, turtles, penguins, manatees and other marine-life exhibits and presentations.
Heritage Park & Cultural Center
Downtown cultural center anchored by the Indian Temple Mound Museum and historic buildings interpreting thousands of years of local history.
Okaloosa Island Pier
Popular Gulf fishing pier next to the Boardwalk with sunset views and frequent opportunities to spot dolphins, sea turtles and seabirds.
The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Gulf-front dining, shopping, public beach access and seasonal family entertainment at Newman C. Brackin Wayside Park.
Food & Dining (12)
Al’s Beach Club & Burger Bar
Boardwalk burger bar and beach club offering casual food, frozen treats and seasonal entertainment steps from the sand.
Angler’s Beachside Grill
Family-friendly Gulf-front restaurant beside the Island Pier serving seafood, sandwiches and casual beachside meals.
Burrito del Sol
Popular downtown counter-service stop for tacos, burritos, bowls and coastal-inspired Mexican food.
Floyd’s Shrimp & Steak House
Longtime Boardwalk restaurant serving shrimp, seafood, steaks and family-friendly coastal fare with Gulf views.
Maas Coffee Roasters
Local Fort Walton Beach coffee roaster serving freshly roasted coffee, espresso drinks and a relaxed downtown stop.
Magnolia Grill
Downtown restaurant in a historic home serving Italian-American dishes, seafood, steaks and desserts in a distinctive local-history setting.
Old Bay Steamer
Okaloosa Island dinner spot specializing in steamed seafood, crab, Royal Red shrimp, lobster, steaks and family-friendly options.
Rockin’ Tacos
Beachfront Boardwalk restaurant serving tacos, bowls, nachos and other casual Mexican-inspired favorites.
Stewby’s Seafood Shanty – Okaloosa Island
Casual local seafood favorite on Santa Rosa Boulevard serving fried and grilled Gulf seafood in an easygoing counter-service setting.
The Crab Trap – Fort Walton Beach
Gulf-front Boardwalk seafood restaurant with beach views, local seafood and a casual vacation atmosphere.
The Gulf on Okaloosa Island
Open-air waterfront restaurant built around coastal views, casual food and a relaxed family-friendly setting on the Sound.
The Shack – Original Waterfront Crab Shack
Casual waterfront seafood restaurant and marina in Fort Walton Beach known for crab, fish, shrimp and family-friendly coastal dining.
Attractions & Entertainment (4)
Emerald Coast Science Center
Hands-on science museum with interactive STEM exhibits, robotics, live animals and family programming.
Goofy Golf
Classic Fort Walton Beach miniature golf attraction with two old-school courses and oversized whimsical figures.
Indian Temple Mound Museum & Heritage Park
Museum complex interpreting Indigenous, military and community history around the Fort Walton Temple Mound in downtown Fort Walton Beach.
Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone
Dinosaur-themed family entertainment center with mini golf, arcade games, rides and indoor/outdoor attractions on Okaloosa Island.
Water Activities & Rentals (7)
Adventure Marina
Full-service Okaloosa Island marina with boating access, marine supplies and watersports connections near Brooks Bridge.
Crab Island Voyages
Private captained pontoon charters from Fort Walton Beach for Crab Island, dolphin watching and customizable Emerald Coast outings.
Crab Island Watersports
Okaloosa Island pontoon and jet ski rentals from Brooks Bridge Marina with quick access to Crab Island and Santa Rosa Sound.
Destiny Water Adventures
Family-run Fort Walton Beach operator offering pontoons, jet skis and guided water adventures.
Funday Watersports
Small Okaloosa Island pontoon-rental operator for cruising Santa Rosa Sound, Crab Island and nearby waters.
Gulf Island Rentals
Watersports rental operator at Sunset Isle Marina offering jet skis and boats with quick access to Crab Island.
Island Watersports Company
Okaloosa Island operator offering pontoon boats, double-decker pontoons, jet skis and a Crab Island boat tour.
Wildlife & Marine Life (3)
Glenwood Park & Nature Trail
Forested wetland boardwalk and neighborhood nature area used by resident and migratory birds.
Okaloosa County Veterans Park Rookery
Bayfront nature area with boardwalks, native habitat and a great blue heron rookery beside Ross Marler Park.
The Island Pier Wildlife Viewing
Gulf pier where visitors frequently watch dolphins, sea turtles, rays, fish, pelicans and other coastal wildlife.
Shopping (5)
Artesano Boutique
Downtown boutique featuring handmade jewelry, pottery, glass, art and gifts from local and regional artists.
Artisans Alley
Gift shop and artisan marketplace featuring locally made goods, décor and creative gifts.
DeFrance Antiques & Flea Market
Large indoor antique and collectibles market with vendor booths, vintage finds, décor and locally made items.
Gulf Coast Seafood
Long-running seafood market where condo and vacation-rental guests can buy fresh Gulf seafood to cook during their stay.
Uptown Station
Open-air Fort Walton Beach shopping center with stores, restaurants, services and a family-friendly central courtyard.
Public Beach Access (9)
Blue Dolphin Beachwalk
Public beach access at 372 Santa Rosa Boulevard with pavilions, picnic tables, parking and restrooms.
Doris Jordan Freeway Beachwalk
Public beach access at 700 Santa Rosa Boulevard with a pavilion, restrooms and parking.
Emerald Promenade Beachwalk
Western Okaloosa Island public beach access at 900 Santa Rosa Boulevard with pavilion, grill, restrooms and parking.
Emerald View Beachwalk
Public Okaloosa Island beach access at 399 Santa Rosa Boulevard with a pavilion, picnic tables, parking and restrooms.
Jerry Melvin Beachwalk
Public beachwalk at 600 Santa Rosa Boulevard providing Gulf access from the central Okaloosa Island condo corridor.
John Beasley Park
Large Gulf-front county beach park with extensive parking, pavilions, restrooms, boardwalks, swimming and fishing access.
Mike Mitchell Beachwalk
Public beach access at 820 Santa Rosa Boulevard with pavilion space, restrooms and parking.
Newman C. Brackin Wayside / Boardwalk Beach Access
Major Gulf-front public beach access with parking, pavilions, restrooms, showers and adjacent dining and entertainment.
Seashore Beachwalk
Public beach access at 530 Santa Rosa Boulevard with covered pavilions, parking and restrooms.
Parks & Outdoor Activities (7)
Ferry Park
Community park with walking paths, disc golf, courts, playground features and casual nature watching.
Garniers Beach Park
Quiet bayfront park and small-boat access point in northern Fort Walton Beach.
Little Marler Park
Low-key bayfront park on Okaloosa Island for picnicking, walking and casual shoreline time.
Liza Jackson Park
Large Santa Rosa Sound waterfront park with playgrounds, fishing pier, boat ramp, picnic areas and a dog park.
Okaloosa County Veterans Park
Accessible bayfront park with boardwalks, dunes, a Women’s Veterans memorial and bird-rookery habitat.
Preston Hood Athletic Complex
City athletic complex with baseball, softball, soccer, beach volleyball, skate park and a one-mile walking path.
Ross Marler Park
Bayfront Okaloosa Island park with boat ramps, pavilions, a swimming area, fishing platform, walking trail and family recreation.
Family Services & Vacation Extras (8)
Angelfish Babysitting Services
Vacation-focused in-room and on-location babysitting for families staying in Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island hotels, condos and vacation rentals.
Beachcomber Airport Shuttle
Private and group airport transportation serving Fort Walton Beach and the Emerald Coast from VPS, PNS and ECP.
Destin Beach Photography Company
Emerald Coast family beach photography for vacation portraits, large groups, babies and special occasions.
Destin Grocery Girls
Grocery shopping, delivery and vacation-rental kitchen stocking for Emerald Coast arrivals.
Frost Jones Photography
Local photographer specializing in relaxed family beach sessions, children and multi-generation vacation groups.
JC Valet
Private airport transportation serving Fort Walton Beach, Destin and surrounding Emerald Coast vacation areas.
Precious Ones Nanny Care
Professional vacation nanny and babysitting service serving families along the Emerald Coast.
The Crib Connection
Baby gear and beach gear rentals delivered throughout Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island, including cribs, Pack N Plays, strollers, car seats, high chairs, wagons and more.
Adventure Marina
Full-service Okaloosa Island marina with boating access, marine supplies and watersports connections near Brooks Bridge.
Al’s Beach Club & Burger Bar
Boardwalk burger bar and beach club offering casual food, frozen treats and seasonal entertainment steps from the sand.
Angelfish Babysitting Services
Vacation-focused in-room and on-location babysitting for families staying in Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island hotels, condos and vacation rentals.
Angler’s Beachside Grill
Family-friendly Gulf-front restaurant beside the Island Pier serving seafood, sandwiches and casual beachside meals.
Artesano Boutique
Downtown boutique featuring handmade jewelry, pottery, glass, art and gifts from local and regional artists.
Artisans Alley
Gift shop and artisan marketplace featuring locally made goods, décor and creative gifts.
Beachcomber Airport Shuttle
Private and group airport transportation serving Fort Walton Beach and the Emerald Coast from VPS, PNS and ECP.
Blue Dolphin Beachwalk
Public beach access at 372 Santa Rosa Boulevard with pavilions, picnic tables, parking and restrooms.
Burrito del Sol
Popular downtown counter-service stop for tacos, burritos, bowls and coastal-inspired Mexican food.
Crab Island Voyages
Private captained pontoon charters from Fort Walton Beach for Crab Island, dolphin watching and customizable Emerald Coast outings.
Crab Island Watersports
Okaloosa Island pontoon and jet ski rentals from Brooks Bridge Marina with quick access to Crab Island and Santa Rosa Sound.
DeFrance Antiques & Flea Market
Large indoor antique and collectibles market with vendor booths, vintage finds, décor and locally made items.
Destin Beach Photography Company
Emerald Coast family beach photography for vacation portraits, large groups, babies and special occasions.
Destin Grocery Girls
Grocery shopping, delivery and vacation-rental kitchen stocking for Emerald Coast arrivals.
Destiny Water Adventures
Family-run Fort Walton Beach operator offering pontoons, jet skis and guided water adventures.
Doris Jordan Freeway Beachwalk
Public beach access at 700 Santa Rosa Boulevard with a pavilion, restrooms and parking.
Emerald Coast Science Center
Hands-on science museum with interactive STEM exhibits, robotics, live animals and family programming.
Emerald Promenade Beachwalk
Western Okaloosa Island public beach access at 900 Santa Rosa Boulevard with pavilion, grill, restrooms and parking.
Emerald View Beachwalk
Public Okaloosa Island beach access at 399 Santa Rosa Boulevard with a pavilion, picnic tables, parking and restrooms.
Ferry Park
Community park with walking paths, disc golf, courts, playground features and casual nature watching.
Floyd’s Shrimp & Steak House
Longtime Boardwalk restaurant serving shrimp, seafood, steaks and family-friendly coastal fare with Gulf views.
Fort Walton Beach Landing
Downtown waterfront park on Santa Rosa Sound with green space, a playground, fishing access and community events.
Frost Jones Photography
Local photographer specializing in relaxed family beach sessions, children and multi-generation vacation groups.
Funday Watersports
Small Okaloosa Island pontoon-rental operator for cruising Santa Rosa Sound, Crab Island and nearby waters.
Garniers Beach Park
Quiet bayfront park and small-boat access point in northern Fort Walton Beach.
Glenwood Park & Nature Trail
Forested wetland boardwalk and neighborhood nature area used by resident and migratory birds.
Goofy Golf
Classic Fort Walton Beach miniature golf attraction with two old-school courses and oversized whimsical figures.
Gulf Coast Seafood
Long-running seafood market where condo and vacation-rental guests can buy fresh Gulf seafood to cook during their stay.
Gulf Island Rentals
Watersports rental operator at Sunset Isle Marina offering jet skis and boats with quick access to Crab Island.
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Long-running Okaloosa Island marine park with dolphins, sea lions, seals, turtles, penguins, manatees and other marine-life exhibits and presentations.
Heritage Park & Cultural Center
Downtown cultural center anchored by the Indian Temple Mound Museum and historic buildings interpreting thousands of years of local history.
Indian Temple Mound Museum & Heritage Park
Museum complex interpreting Indigenous, military and community history around the Fort Walton Temple Mound in downtown Fort Walton Beach.
Island Watersports Company
Okaloosa Island operator offering pontoon boats, double-decker pontoons, jet skis and a Crab Island boat tour.
JC Valet
Private airport transportation serving Fort Walton Beach, Destin and surrounding Emerald Coast vacation areas.
Jerry Melvin Beachwalk
Public beachwalk at 600 Santa Rosa Boulevard providing Gulf access from the central Okaloosa Island condo corridor.
John Beasley Park
Large Gulf-front county beach park with extensive parking, pavilions, restrooms, boardwalks, swimming and fishing access.
Little Marler Park
Low-key bayfront park on Okaloosa Island for picnicking, walking and casual shoreline time.
Liza Jackson Park
Large Santa Rosa Sound waterfront park with playgrounds, fishing pier, boat ramp, picnic areas and a dog park.
Maas Coffee Roasters
Local Fort Walton Beach coffee roaster serving freshly roasted coffee, espresso drinks and a relaxed downtown stop.
Magnolia Grill
Downtown restaurant in a historic home serving Italian-American dishes, seafood, steaks and desserts in a distinctive local-history setting.
Mike Mitchell Beachwalk
Public beach access at 820 Santa Rosa Boulevard with pavilion space, restrooms and parking.
Newman C. Brackin Wayside / Boardwalk Beach Access
Major Gulf-front public beach access with parking, pavilions, restrooms, showers and adjacent dining and entertainment.
Okaloosa County Veterans Park
Accessible bayfront park with boardwalks, dunes, a Women’s Veterans memorial and bird-rookery habitat.
Okaloosa County Veterans Park Rookery
Bayfront nature area with boardwalks, native habitat and a great blue heron rookery beside Ross Marler Park.
Okaloosa Island Pier
Popular Gulf fishing pier next to the Boardwalk with sunset views and frequent opportunities to spot dolphins, sea turtles and seabirds.
Old Bay Steamer
Okaloosa Island dinner spot specializing in steamed seafood, crab, Royal Red shrimp, lobster, steaks and family-friendly options.
Precious Ones Nanny Care
Professional vacation nanny and babysitting service serving families along the Emerald Coast.
Preston Hood Athletic Complex
City athletic complex with baseball, softball, soccer, beach volleyball, skate park and a one-mile walking path.
Rockin’ Tacos
Beachfront Boardwalk restaurant serving tacos, bowls, nachos and other casual Mexican-inspired favorites.
Ross Marler Park
Bayfront Okaloosa Island park with boat ramps, pavilions, a swimming area, fishing platform, walking trail and family recreation.
Seashore Beachwalk
Public beach access at 530 Santa Rosa Boulevard with covered pavilions, parking and restrooms.
Stewby’s Seafood Shanty – Okaloosa Island
Casual local seafood favorite on Santa Rosa Boulevard serving fried and grilled Gulf seafood in an easygoing counter-service setting.
The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Gulf-front dining, shopping, public beach access and seasonal family entertainment at Newman C. Brackin Wayside Park.
The Crab Trap – Fort Walton Beach
Gulf-front Boardwalk seafood restaurant with beach views, local seafood and a casual vacation atmosphere.
The Crib Connection
Baby gear and beach gear rentals delivered throughout Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island, including cribs, Pack N Plays, strollers, car seats, high chairs, wagons and more.
The Gulf on Okaloosa Island
Open-air waterfront restaurant built around coastal views, casual food and a relaxed family-friendly setting on the Sound.
The Island Pier Wildlife Viewing
Gulf pier where visitors frequently watch dolphins, sea turtles, rays, fish, pelicans and other coastal wildlife.
The Shack – Original Waterfront Crab Shack
Casual waterfront seafood restaurant and marina in Fort Walton Beach known for crab, fish, shrimp and family-friendly coastal dining.
Uptown Station
Open-air Fort Walton Beach shopping center with stores, restaurants, services and a family-friendly central courtyard.
Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone
Dinosaur-themed family entertainment center with mini golf, arcade games, rides and indoor/outdoor attractions on Okaloosa Island.
Services that come to you: Family Services & Vacation Extras are listed as service providers rather than arbitrary geographic pins. The Crib Connection is the featured local baby and beach gear rental service for Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island.
