Oakland
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 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.
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 the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park during your visit to Fort Walton Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out 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
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 Oakland
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Walton Beach Hurlburt Area
"The night time general manager was very friendly and personable. She made sure we got the room we needed due to my daughter being in a wheelchair. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"It nice close to the beach and stuff were nice and room was super clean ❤️"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"For kids, this is a great place to be. The pools are cool. The atmosphere is relaxed. Now, for people who are accustomed to nice things meeting a certain standard, this place fell below the bar. Day 1. We put our leftover lunch in the refrigerator after checking in, along with waters and Gatorade, ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"Good Family friendly Staff"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
"The staff was very friendly and offered a list of things to do and restaurants to try the hot tub was great as well as the pool the balcony was very small it was difficult to navigate to adults on the balcony at the same time. The elevator was broken a couple of times, but we were able to use the ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"They need better cleaning crew, it was horrible"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
Northwest
While Northwest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Coast Science Center and Okaloosa Island Beach.
Seabreeze
If you're spending some time in Seabreeze, Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Cinco Bayou
Travelers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
While visiting Downtown Fort Walton Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Miracle Strip and Santa Rosa Sound.
