Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach
Visit Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Popular places to visit
Fort Walton Beach Landing Park
After visiting Fort Walton Beach Landing Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach.
Indian Temple Mound Museum
Discover the fascinating history and culture of Florida’s Pensacola people at this national historic landmark and accompanying museums in Fort Walton Beach.
Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Okaloosa Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander 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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico
3 Hour Crab Island Tour from Destin Non-Private with Floats
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West
"Very clean room with comfortable bed. No outlets by mirrors…why? Great water pressure and nice hot water for showers! LOTS of food & overflow trash at entry door for at least 2 days prior to it being cleaned. Good morning breakfast. Coffee is available all day. Convenient location. Overall, good ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach
"La propiedad bien,los desayunos no son tan buenos."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"staff pretty good, pool good and the beach perfect. the hotel its kind of old and find some bugs in the room the smell in the rooms are not good."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"Everything was intriguing; however, our key card was useless. We didn’t have access to any outdoor amenities that were included in our stay."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
"Everything was amazing!"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Beal Parkway
While Beal Parkway might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Indian Temple Mound Museum and Okaloosa Island Beach.
Okaloosa Island
A noteworthy feature of Okaloosa Island is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Okaloosa Island Beach and Princess Beach.
Elliot's Point
While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound.
Ferry Park
While Ferry Park isn't home to many top sights, Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cinco Bayou
Travelers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Seabreeze
If you're spending some time in Seabreeze, Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip are top sights worth seeing.
