Fun things to do in Fort Walton Beach: 24 fun attractions and activities

Wonderful experience and wonderful staff! You can feel how passionate everyone working there is for the animals and for those wanting to observe them. The animals seem very happy, and I love their rehabilitation exhibit with the sea turtles. Downside is obviously food cost; however, those teriyaki chicken sliders were so yummy. Definitely recommend!

We went for a few hours in the afternoon. Most of it is covered to block the hot sun. There's several exhibits. A few not native to the United States. It's an older aquarium it opened in 1955 so it's celebrating it's 70th anniversary. The seal and dolphin shows were super entertaining. They even house the injured. Nice place to take the children to. The Pier is right next to the aquarium.

We loved our visit here! It was very educational and the perfect size for the kids to not become overwhelmed or tired. We really enjoyed the sea lion show & the dolphin show. We sat in the "splash zone" for the dolphin show and that was the highlight of the day for our kids! They thought it was so fun getting splashed by the dolphins & also thought it was really special to be so close to them. I personally enjoyed the CARE center and seeing the work being done to help rehab the injured sea turtles.

Awesome spot for the kids with a touch tank and various shows (sea lions / dolphins) and presentations on sharks, penguins, and more. Most is outside so wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Its right on the water so there's beautiful views and a restaurant next door.

Excellent experience for kids! We really enjoyed all that they had to offer and we didn't get to see all of the shows. We did see the dolphin show which was awesome and you can tell the trainers really care about the animals that they train. We do recommend getting to the show earlier so you can get the seats that you want. We also watched the Sea Lion shows and it was awesome as well. Lots of information and very educational for the kids.

$75 for two to walk around the animals was a bit much as they really do not have the attractions to warrant that price point. So what if you can come back with your receipt. If there is nothing the first time around then the second or third would not have me excited. I truly am an animal person too, so many of the exhibits need some help as animals could use a little more attention for sure.

Absolutely loved the Gulfarium! There were many animals to see including manatees, dolphins, sea lions, otters, penguins, sharks, reptiles and more! With your tickets, you are able to attend shows and animal talks. This facility talked a lot about conservation and helping the animals! The manatees were definitely my favorite part, especially knowing I have seen Lil Joe and Inigo at Disney's Epcot before!!

Wow! What a great place! My 7 and yr old especially enjoyed it. My 14/13 yr old had fun too but it's definitely more geared towards a younger crowd. Either way everyone enjoyed the exhibits. There were a few down and closed off areas which was too bad but we still very much enjoyed our visit.

A cute and fun place to visit to gain a little knowledge while staying (mostly) in-doors on a hot week. A great cool down spot for our kids, they would have stayed there forever if you let them (who knew matching games were so fun). There was also a creature feature going when we arrived, and in the words of my daughter “sugar gliders are SO CUTE” (I don’t disagree). I highly recommend if you are looking for something to do that your kids will enjoy!

Took my granddaughter and her friend, they are 9 & 10. They enjoyed it and we spent 2 hours there. There is a reptile room, birds and fish as well as chinchillas, guinea pigs, and sugar gliders. There are large birds, and a tortoise 🐢 outside. The learning and interactive centers are cool. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. There is a small section of merchandise for souvenirs, and a decent size outdoor area! It was a Saturday afternoon, & they were hosting a birthday party, so it was a tad busy. There was plenty of free parking, in front of the building. $12 each, admission fee.

It's a great place to take young children (4-10). Older kids won't be too thrilled. When I took my kids today, most of the exhibits were out of order which ruined the experience. They did have a cool planetarium exhibit today which was extra. It went over our solar system.

Nice place to explore a lot of things also nice indoors when rain is outside. Just did not like that some robot arms where a bit broken and the hurricane simulator did cost extra fee. But all in all a nice trip with kids.

I have added a star after the great response from the science center reminding me how many places have to operate with limited means. The center has potential, and I hope to see how it flourishes when I revisit the area. Pretty high price for a small place with broken exhibits. The presentation area was tiny and crowded. I suggest adding information on why the museum has the caged animals on their information card. Appreciated the story about the bear. Grandson enjoyed the water safety area.

This was a great stop on our trip! My husband almost had more fun than my toddler.

We bought the package for go karts and the 18 hole mini golf for 49.95/person. It wasn’t worth it, the go karts were very slow and with this you do not get what you pay for. We were initially really excited about the go karts, afterwards it was a let down. You only get a few laps for the price you pay. If you’re looking for speed or a thrill, look for somewhere else, it’s just not worth it. There is a large track with faster go karts called the track in town. Mini golf was probably our favorite thing about the money, only because there was a group of us and we’re competitive. Otherwise it’s an above average course and it was fun. I would maybe do this by itself for a price, but not coupled with a package

There were so many things to do here and it's very unique. My husband and I tried the ropes coarse which is amazing if you're a thrill seeker, and we did a round of mini golf. We did the Dino theme (they have multiple themes) mini golf which was so fun with interactive features , fun facts, and unique holes. Unfortunately we didn't have time to try everything and it is a bit expensive so definitely expect to spend a lot of money. Golf and ropes was $60 together before tax but I think they have deals too so check those out. But we had fun and it seems pretty clean. Highly recommend.

Fun mini golf and arcade! Prices were fine but try to go on an overcast day or evening so it isn't so darn hot! Not much shade on the mini golf course but they had some fans which helped. Very fun for the kids

Fun mini golf and arcade place, has fun rides and race cars, sadly one of the courses was closed and no reason given and honestly the only reason for lower score was the outdoor card readers for the gun game are broken and not maintained and they don’t say broken, the staff could care less if you were there, understanding they are teens earning extra, they cared way more about their gossip conversation than serving any customers or even putting the golf clubs away, general cleaning or even retrieving the balls off the 18th hole. I don’t know if the shift lead was busy, was one of the teens or just not super good at directing their staff, but it was pretty bad. Thank you to the owner for responding. Good to know about the card readers, appreciate the response. Wish I could give half stars and improve. Love coming here for mini golf.

On a rainy weekend at the beach these places are a godsend. My daughter was down at the beach for her birthday but half the weekend was rained out. She really wanted to go kart but wasn't big enough to drive so we did the arcade and Lazer tag. The game selection was pretty great and almost all of the machines were operational which can be rare at arcades. My daughter loved the Minecraft Dungeons game. The 9 year old also got to play a very small game of Lazer tag but she had fun. At the time we were there nobody else was playing so she made friends and got a 4 person free for all. Obviously ropes courses and mini golf or go karts aren't the best in the rain but the rest was a welcome attraction for kids who can't go swimming. The employees were even pretty good, not the usual dead inside teens working at these types of places.

This is THE best and nicest place to play mini golf in the Destin/Ft. Walton area. They have two 18 hole courses to choose from that are challenging and fun and great for the whole family. We go year and after year and are never disappointed.

Great putt-putt with two options for themes. To the right is Dinosaur themed holes and to the left are the Pirate themed holes. There is also an arcade and bungee jumping. Unfortunately there is no alcohol served here at all.

It's free there's and there is plenty of concessions and a nice little keyed entry bathroom and shower area right at the entry to the beach access but the sand is a little more "traveled" that further down beach and it seems the water is a whole lot more shallow to the sandbars. Which has its ups and downs, I guess. The water today was amazing and I fully enjoyed my swim and will definitely return tonight for the sunset for another round.

Beautiful beach! Went on a Monday so it wasn’t crowded. Very relaxing. Nice little gift shop and concession stand. Great spot to bring your lunch as they have covered park benches with restrooms.

Very nice and clean park with restrooms, changing areas, and showers to rinse off. Beautiful view, and we found tons of shells and sand dollars. Also, they have a "borrow me" bin with boogie boards and sand toys, which is a perfect touch for those visiting.

Beautiful beach, walkway to the beach is beautiful in itself. They have a little store at the entrance for cold drinks, ice-cream, snow cones and beachwear. Lots of parking and it's much less crowded then some of the other ar e areas.

Beautiful beaches + dunes! Great location to visit the beach. Clean bathrooms, friendly shop staff, and clear info on the ocean status/rip current. Awesome spot to also see the military planes flying over.

4th of July was amazing. Beach is clean and not packed. Showers and restrooms were clean as well. Easy parking and a great experience. Patrol was doing thier job, made me want to bring my kids next time.

The water was clear and warm and gentle and the beach was not crowded and not hard to get to, plenty of parking and facilities for bathroom and rinsing off sand and a snack stand. Beautiful place to spend the day.

I’ve been to a lot of Indian mounds across the Southeastern United States & this is one of my favorites! Great for kids & adults! The museum had several interactive exhibits as well as a wide assortment of Indian relics & artifacts. The staff was very friendly & knowledgeable. Also the gift shop has everything from post cards to research books. Highly recommend!!!

A fantastic little museum full of Native American history, and currently a pirate exhibit that's perfect for younger kids! Lovely staff, very kind and helpful! We visited with our luggage to kill time, and they let us leave our bags behind the counter which was so helpful!

Great stop with a variety of local history of indigenous people and artifacts as well as early settlers. The friendly guide in the schoolhouse was really interesting and informative.

Very informative place. Great to bring kids. Have an exhibition, plus 3 buildings you can tour. Please like and rate review if this helps you out. Thanks

Came here on a Thursday morning and it got busy pretty quickly! The staff was great, they have a nice gift shop. We didn't go through the museum because we had to get back to our hotel but we did buy some cool stuff to support them, including a beautiful ring. The Mound was magical and felt like we stepped back in time just from simply looking at it. I love everything Native American and will always support anything I can.

There is a lot of history here!! Plus there's more than just the Indian mound there's an old-school 1800s post office and a Confederate Fort. So totally worth the journey It's a nice 30 to 45 minute learning experience about culture in America in Florida!

I thought I was 1/8 Native American until 2 different DNA tests told me otherwise. One useless fact later.... this place is an unexpected delight in the middle of a concrete jungle. The artifacts have a distinct Incan vibe. The modern Freemason temple across the street from this historic temple indicates that there's more value to this location that is likely not fully understood by the average visitor. Hidden gem if you ask me. Be sure to support the site and locals through the gift shop.

Been coming here my whole life. Some great restaurants and great vibes. Love the rental chairs right in front. We come eat and carry minimal stuff like towels and can setup for the day even with three kids. Everything you need is right there. Bathrooms, roof, drinks, chairs and umbrellas, volleyball courts, and a fishing pier. I'm sure I'm missing more but it's where it's at.

My girlfriend and I loved this place! It was $2 a person ~ $4 plus tax for us and it was the best value experience on our trip. We saw dolphins (many many sightings) tiger sharks, jelly fish, and sea turtles. Definitely recommend going during sunset so it’s not too hot, the breeze was an absolute dream.

What an awesome experience… from the stores, Fall decorations, restaurants and beautiful beach views during the day to live music, lights galore, restaurants/bars, and fire dancers this was a definite go-to for visitors and locals. We had a great time and will be back. My now fiancé proposed to me on the gorgeous white sand and we had a wonderful time celebrating. Everything was super clean and it was just a really awesome experience!

Great place to hang for a bit! I've hung out here twice when waiting to catch a flight and was great! Plenty of places to sit in the shade. Very close to the pier. Clean and accessible bathrooms. Lots of good food options! Even a place to store luggage!

Went with some friends on the pier. Absolutely beautiful. I cannot wait to go back and go fishing! And they will rent you some poles if you don't have any so you can fish! Is that not the coolest thing ever!?!

Very nice area to spend several hours eating, shopping, and a walk out onto the pier. So many people were fishing off the pier while we were there, looked fun for those that like to fish. Sunset was amazing!

It was our first time out on the Boardwalk. It was amazing to see wildlife swimming. There were schools of jellyfish everywhere that day. We had some dolphins visit and even saw a stingray.

Informative, inexpensive local history. The volunteers had a lot of information to share about the schoolhouse and time period. The info posted throughout the Heritagrle Center was plentiful and the staff was very nice and helpful. Great stop if you enjoy learning some history.

A nice museum with knowledgeable staff. My family enjoyed the schoolhouse and post office best. The Indian museum has nice hands-on exhibits. It is a good experience for families at a good price! A tip- you begin the museum tour with the Indian Mound exhibits in the main building, however, we rushed into the schoolhouse first to get out of the rain and were allowed to pay at the end.

Went while on vacation. Had to wait to get in due to a class field trip present at the time. The mound is a replica and not as big as it should be. But that’s the only reason it loses a star. The museum itself is well laid out and informative. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. In particular, the woman working in the schoolhouse was fantastic. I hadn’t even planned on visiting the school and she made it the best part. Definitely a spot to kill an hour while learning something.

Great history, only $5, recommended

Cheap and interesting, only two buildings are open but it’s well worth the visit! Would definitely recommend

Fantastic place to go and take the kids. Lots of hands on for the little ones. All the volunteers are very knowledgeable. Great place to spend some time.

Wonderful little museum on the local history of the area. Fun interactive displays for the kids to see how native tools worked.

Small park near a pier and boat dock. The water was beautiful. I tried to blades here but the paths were short.

Not seeing any outlets or water taps anywhere. Unexpected and disappointing for parks along this route. There was a guy digging thru all the trash cans. Didn't think I was back in Cocoa Beach yet. 😑

It's in a great location & the city of FWB is upgrading the entire thing on a couple years

As a tourist in the area I was looking for a nice dog park for my Cane Corso to go and enjoy some play time with me and cool off. This park was perfect. It offers a fenced off leash area for owners who are looking for that. What I loved was the open areas, all the shady trees, watching the ducks. Picnic tables were kinda gross…. Tooo much duck poo. Loki (my Cane Corso) and myself had a nice picnic on the grass, cooled our paws and toes off in the little lake, and enjoyed the shade. I did not go into the off leash fenced area but it looked nice with toys and some shade.

We were down for a vacation with the boat and had an issue with the motor. While "in repair" my buddy and I went by the park in the early morning to do a little fishing at the pier. Nice facilities and well kept park. The bathrooms were clean and the information boards were informative. The park has a good little boat ramp for kayakers and small boats. We caught a couple of blowfish and saw some schooling mullets, my buddy fished a nice pair of CliC Glasses out of the water (still in usable condition). Great for anyone including families with kids. Highly recommend!!

The backdrop of this park is just magnificent. You can see straight across the water to Okaloosa Island. It’s so peaceful. Most of the dock and fishing piers were destroyed in Hurricane Sally which at this point was about 9 months ago and still hasn’t been replaced. The playground equipment has recently been updated and is pretty good, however there are already some broken swings and badly rusted chains and equipment. Homelessness has always been a huge issue at this park and the park about two miles away at the landing. Every pavilion is usually occupied by the homeless and their belongings. Overall we stop by here often. There is a short walking path with a cute little bridge which makes it a lovely spot to go and adore a sunset while having a relaxing walk before winding down for the evening. This park has potential. If it was any other town I’d give it three or two stars but honestly fort Walton beach I hold to a lower standard even though it has a special place in my heart.

Super clean, very friendly pet owners and all dogs are VERY well behaved and are just happy to play with other dogs and running the water after the ball haha. It's a very fun time for you and your dog

This was incredibly cheap and incredibly fun. The employees love their jobs and were excited to sit around and talk about history. I will definitely be returning with my daughter.

The Indian Temple Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-3:00. The school house is open 10:30-2:30 Tuesday-Saturday. This is good info to have because Google says they open at 1. We went at 2:20 thinking we had plenty of time, and we were not able to go in the school house.

Nice little school from history.. it was closed when I was there..

Really enjoyed the tour and traveling through time from the guides story. The elderly gentleman was friendly and kept us interested.

The Navy Veteran sitting at the front door was very knowledgeable!

Interesting small museum in downtown FWB area.

Good place for a little history in Ft.Walton Beach Florida

This place is a must visit if you are in Fort Walton Beach! This retro and quirky mini-golf establishment offers two different courses with very unique features. We went with our teenagers and we were laughing and cheering each other on the whole time.

Hidden gem! Course was challenging, fun, and well kept. Don't judge a book by its cover. This course was great and reasonably priced. $6 for adults. They only accept cash or Venmo but they have an ATM. Even though it was crowded, we didn't feel rushed. Tiger's Blood slushie was tasty. Highly recommend for good family fun!

Very cool spot for my first ever mini golf adventure, it seems to be a local hot spot and it had such a retro charm to it! I really enjoyed all the cool statues and animal themed courses. The staff was friendly and funny, the prices were good and the slushies were yummy too! I’ll have to come back if I’m ever in the area!

Kids loved it, simple. Just wish they would fix all the motorized parts of the course. Takes away from the fun.. its not difficult to do it. If you need help let me know, I have a crew or volunteers that would be willing to fix them if you provide parts.

Nice, old school mini golf. Staff were friendly and me and my family had a blast. Great price for a night of fun! Nothing fancy, but sometimes that’s what’s best!

I visited Goofy Golf the other day for the first time in years, and I was blown away by how great everything looked. The upgrades and renovations throughout the course are fantastic — it’s clear that a lot of care went into making the space fun, clean, and inviting. The staff was incredibly friendly, and I especially want to shout out Dan, who was the first person we interacted with. His positive attitude and welcoming demeanor set the tone for what turned out to be an amazing experience. It’s refreshing to have a place like this in my hometown where you genuinely feel like your presence is appreciated. This visit was a night-and-day difference from how we were treated at Okaloosa National Mini Golf & Ice Cream. At Goofy Golf, the staff actually make you feel like they want you to be there. Highly recommend it for families, locals, and visitors alike. Goofy Golf has definitely earned a return visit from me!

We had an absolute blast! Way better than most of the other plain mini golf options in the area. Each hole has something wild going on and we had fun trying to get the ball where it needed to go. Extremely affordable! I also, love that they have umbrellas throughout the course. It gets very hot in Florida but that shade makes a huge difference! We are definitely planning to go back!

We had such an amazing experience with Emerald Coast Island Excursions! We rented two boats for half a day for our group of 10 women celebrating my bachelorette, and it could not have been better. At first, I was worried that since we were on two separate boats we might feel divided, but they kept us close together the entire time so it still felt like one big group adventure. I was on the boat with Captain Brian, who was so knowledgeable and made the trip unforgettable. He brought us to different spots where we got to see dolphins, turtles, and even sharks, such a cool experience! They also provided so much for us, including water toys, paddle boards, a cooler, and more that I’m probably forgetting. They even took tons of photos for us, which was such a thoughtful touch. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for an incredible day on the water. They were fantastic!

10000000% recommend booking with Emerald Coast Island Excursions!! I can’t emphasize enough what great service we were provided when booking, asking questions, and then the trip to CRAB ISLAND! Captain Sam was absolutely fantastic. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and so kind. We got to see nearby wildlife, Crab Island, and the gulf waters. He brought so many fun inflatables for us to enjoy the day on. It was absolutely perfect. This is easily the best boating company out there, and we will definitely be back. Thank you so much!

We had the absolute best time on our excursion to Crab Island! We rode around and saw dolphins and sea turtles. Captain Sam was awesome! He took care of everything, was great with the kids and had answers to all of our questions. They have everything! Slides, paddle boards, floats, snorkels, toys all of it. We’ve never done an excursion like this but from the looks of the others we saw this was hands the down the best experience. 10/10!

I booked a fleet of 3 boats for a group of 20 girls for a bachelorette trip. This was an absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The boats are gorgeous, I’ll tell you right now that if you go out to crab island these are definitely the coolest and nicest boats/setups you will see. There’s what seems to be a million things included in the already very reasonably priced boat rental. We had a captain for each boat and they were so awesome, they fit right in with our group and really made it such an awesome experience. They even took us to deep water so we could safely use the slide and jump off the boat which was so fun!! I felt like I got so lucky and booked the perfect company, when it seems like there are so many to choose from. I 100/10 recommend Emerald Coast Island Excursions!!

Capt Brian and his staff were great!! It was my first time going to Destin to visit Crab Island. Prior to arriving, communication was clear. On the day of the excursion Capt Brian checked in to ensure that we were good to venture out! My friends and I had sooooo much fun on the pontoon!! The company provided great water toys, a cooler and a speaker. Memories were created that will last a lifetime! I highly recommend their company.

Captain Jake was absolutely awesome , request him if you can! Gift shop was nice. The boat was incredible and came with everything fun you could imagine for kids. Crab island was beautiful. We got to see the harbor and the dolphins. Worth every penny!

We had a great experience with Emerald Coast Island Excursions. Captain Jake was amazing on our charter. He was so knowledgeable and made sure our family had a fantastic time even though our weather wasn’t favorable. We would absolutely use them again!

Bathrooms are at the end of the shopping area. There are outdoor showers to rinse off as well. The kids enjoyed playing in the waves and digging in the sand. It's close to shopping and restaurants. We visited after going to the Gulfarium for the morning. I liked that it wasn't overly crowded and we had plenty of space.

I like to come to this area for quick trips to the beach. I do t usually swim at this location but it's nice still. Live nearby but I tend to stay away during summer and spring break. This is a busy area for tourists during this time. I go to my hidden beach spots for swimming instead. :)

Good for family fun. Beautiful location. Food was okay and a little pricey but that's what you expect for the location. I love the free fireworks show night and the live music!

The beach is nice, but the water had some seaweed.

I grew up here and spent a great deal of time visiting this beach with family and friends.as a local. I never much cared for the busy tourist days but they do have a massive parking lot. Now I've lived and am excited to bring my daughter back to one of my favorite spots. We've grabbed I've cream from the ships and enjoyed the on site restaurants like the crab trap.

Beautiful beach with clean, white sand. Plenty of room to take in the sun and the sights. Beautiful.

Wayside Park is nice. The sand is pure white. The parking lot is big and clean. The water is fairly clear. It's a great place for a beach day with kids!

An adorable park behind the scenes of a busy road. A little gem currently being tarnished a bit, however, by construction. If you can overlook that though there is plenty of atmosphere. It was a comfortable walk to the shops and we enjoyed a thick cookie while kiddos played and stretched their legs. Can't wait to visit again when the construction is finished.

I stumbled across this park while walking around Fort Walton, and it was such a nice surprise. It’s right by the water, with a great view of the bay. There’s a playground, open space, and a boardwalk to stroll along. It’s really peaceful, especially around sunset. They sometimes host events here too, which adds to the charm. A perfect little spot to hang out.

Went here for the pirate festival in may. Went around three and there weren’t many children until around 4! The people were very friendly and the park was very clean. There wasn’t anything sticky that would require a child to wash hands after. There is a bathroom (I didn’t go into) and if you walk a little bit on the path you can even see the water. I would definitely recommend this park for high energy kids since there is a lot to do!! They even have a little free library book stand!

This is a nice park to go to. Although there is construction by the water. It has a nice shaded playground for kids to play. There is a little library under the pavilion. Located right behind the downtown strip of shops/ restaurants/ bars. There are different events that happen on the lawn like the Saturday market, concert series, fireworks on occasion. I know they are working on updating the area but the restrooms are not very pleasant. There are also no picnic tables or other seating besides a few blocks by the playground.

The beach was absolutely beautiful! Very clean and I liked how people weren’t right on top of each other. Lifeguards were patrolling on four wheelers and I saw a beach police officer as well. The rinsing stations were a definite plus!!

Love this park and the changes made to the playground. Unfortunately my daughter was able to test the efficacy of the new padding that replaced the sand and sticks under the playground equipment. It passed, she's fine. Looking forward to the upgrade of the shoreline and stage area. (Anyone know a timeline on those?) It would be nice to add a few benches and picnic seating but I understand the omission in order to deter overnight guests. I would also suggest that they keep the lighting that they use during the holidays. It adds a beautiful atmosphere that would be perfect year round. A great place to enjoy a concert in the park, a fireworks display at night and a nice breeze off of the Sound.

Went for free concert. Good shade tree but bring a chair. Band was a Beatles tribute band. Truly enjoyed them!

The store advertises that they close at 10 pm but yet if you arrive after 9 pm they will not let your children play golf. They are rude about the experience when you have crying upset kids . And the ice cream is $6 and the selection is slim.

We’ve visited several times and always had a great experience, whether playing mini golf or grabbing a treat. This time we came just for ice cream—and it did not disappoint! The shop offers a wide variety of flavors, and the serving sizes are super generous. The staff was friendly as always, and the atmosphere was clean and welcoming. Their well-lit mini golf course is a fun option for all ages, day or night. Definitely a great spot for a casual, family-friendly outing. We’ll be back again soon!

Fun ice cream shop and 36-hole putt putt course! Great for a date night or time with the family. The course is challenging but fun. The ice cream was delicious and the staff was very friendly!

advertises that they are open until 10 but they don’t let you play mini golf past 9. also went there mid week around 8:00 and the whole thing was closed. hours are inconsistent. ice cream was good but selection is slim.

Ice cream was good. We were very disappointed that we were not able to play mini golf. We arrived at 9:00pm to play. We were told that we couldn't play because the golf was closed. But their website says they close at 10pm.

If you're looking for a fun and affordable way to spend an afternoon in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, then I highly recommend Okaloosa National Mini Golf & Ice Cream. This hidden gem is located just off of Santa Rosa Boulevard, and it's the perfect place to cool off on a hot day! The mini golf course is two-tiered, with a variety of obstacles to challenge even the most experienced golfers. There's also a small arcade, so you can play some games while you wait for your turn on the course. But the real star of the show is the ice cream. Okaloosa National has a wide variety of flavors to choose from, including my personal favorite, the chocolate peanut butter swirl. The ice cream is made fresh daily, and it's served in a waffle cone that's perfectly golden brown. After you've played a round of mini golf and indulged in some ice cream, you can relax on the patio and enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding area. Okaloosa National is a great place to spend a day with family or friends, and I highly recommend it.

Ice cream was good, mini golf was ok. One important thing for parents with children to know, its $9 a person regardless if they're 2 years old.

This was my third time going to crab island and I must say it was best! Captain Robbie is literally heaven sent! No exaggeration! He was welcoming, funny and so kind. He made sure my friend group and I had fun but most of all felt safe! It was their first time and that first experience for them was AMAZING! I would recommend him to anyone! Thank you so much Robbie!

Captain Robbie made us feel so comfortable. We had a blast and felt safe. He knew where to anchor away from currents. He knew all the cool places to see as we made our way to crab island. He even radioed a friend and got us to see a dolphin! He was incredibly accommodating to us on the boat and made us feel right at home. He had all the right connections too and was able to get us food and fun things like coconuts drinks. He was very nice, upbeat and relaxed personality while still giving you confidence that he had everything under control. After going to crab island I can see that booking with a captain like Robbie verses renting a boat on our own was 100% the way to go.

Booked with Crab island Cruise, Private booking and Our Captain.. Captain Robbie. He was very chill and knowledgeable of where to go. We wanted to do snorkel and crab island. He had us covered on everything. He knew where to go. Cruised the marina and stopped for drinks/snacks and toured some beautiful homes in the area and then out to open waters. We were very excited to see several curious dolphin and even sharks and a few turtles. Snorkeled in easy waters with beautiful colored fish and a baby turtle. Then anchored and relaxed in crystal clear crab island water. Capt Robbie was a great host and had all the water equipment. Book with him!! You can't go wrong.. Thanks Capt Robbie for a great trip!!

If you’re going to Crab Island on vacation, booking with Robbie and Crab Island Cruises is a must!! Robbie from start to finish creates the most relaxing, friendly, knowledgeable and social atmosphere you could possibly desire. We felt instantly comfortable with Robbie around our kids and he took the absolute best care of us on his boat! If/when we come back down to Destin, we’ll connect with Robbie again for another day of fun in sun. Great times.❤️

I recently took a Crab Island cruise with Captain Jake and his crew, and I had an absolutely amazing time! Captain Jake was so knowledgeable about the area, and he made sure that we had a great experience. He took us to some of the best spots for snorkeling, and he even helped us spot dolphins and sea turtles. Captain Jake was also a lot of fun to be around. He was very friendly and outgoing, and he made sure that everyone on the boat was having a good time. He even played some music and told some jokes, which really helped to break the ice and make everyone feel comfortable. Overall, I had a wonderful time on the Crab Island cruise with Captain Jake. He was an excellent captain, and he made sure that we had a safe and enjoyable experience. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a great time on the water. I would definitely recommend Crab Island cruises with Captain Jake to anyone looking for a fun and safe way to explore the area. He is an excellent captain and a great guy, and you are sure to have a great time on his boat.

Captain Zach was a totally cool and very knowledgeable tour guide! He made everyone feel relaxed, and was great at spotting sea life for us. I highly recommend the four hour, private, crab island boat tour! There were six of us (a 12 yr old, 13 yr old, and adults). We all were happy! I enjoyed relaxing & reading on the boat and on a floating chair; the rest of our group had fun paddle boarding, swimming, snorkeling, and using the other inflatable items! Perfect tour for everyone!!

Had the best time on our 6-hour houseboat cruise! Captain Scotty and his first mate were amazing! They were super kind, fun, and made the whole day easy and relaxing. The boat was beautiful, the views were awesome, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!

My first time visiting this place and it was very good. They have outdoor seating and live music. The no frills seafood platter is huge and definitely worth it and big portion. Three people can share that plate. The lobster rolls were also amazing jam packed with lobster meat. The food and atmosphere is perfect fit to stop by and enjoy with your family. Peel and eat shrimp and oysters were fresh and tasty. I definitely would recommend and visit on our next vacation trip.

The restaurant is across the street from the Gulf and is nicer on to the outside, the inside is your typical beach shack decor. We were seated quickly but after that the service was kind of slow. The food was good, just overpriced compared to the other beach restaurants in the area. I had the shrimp and grits and they were good would order them again.

Very cool bar with lots of locals. The food is awesome and if I had to put a warning out there, do not over order because the portions are huge, especially the appetizers. I highly recommend the wagu sliders. They were awesome. The service is very friendly and efficient and the drinks are awesome. Highly recommended spot in Fort Walton Beach. The entertainment on 30 August was especially good.

We came to this establishment because we had a friend to tell us it was amazing. We visited, we tried, we conquered! Everything was amazing. I would recommend the burgers and the hush puppies!!! Will definitely come again to try the shrimp and grits!!! My son had them and they were to die for! Our waiter was patient, kind, and accommodating! Will definitely visit again!

We came here twice, once for drinks and another for dinner. Both times were a blast. They have a decent drink menu, with loads of mixed drinks and an ok beer selection. Both times we were there, live music was going on the outside patio. Food was good.

This place has amazing food. Their kitchen manager, Christina, is an amazing culinary genius. I highly recommend this place. Brunch here is amazing 👏 Go check it out!

This place was great. We in the large sitting area outside . The food was very good. Prices were very reasonable for being on the beach. We will return.

This is a delightful location for birdwatching and enjoying the natural beauty of the lagoon. Recent changes may have introduced some restrictions on waterfront activities, yet the park still provides a rewarding experience for visitors.

My 3 boys, age 3, 11, 13 loved this park. We had a picnic by the bay and they had the best time. Probably the best playground we have been to!

The best playground area I've seen since moving down here. The playground is huge and shaded. They have bathrooms and picnic pavilions with grills. Swimming area. Fishing dock area. Beautiful. Will be coming back regularly now.

I long boarded around here and they have a small short area with smooth concrete to walk/bike but it looks like they are building more paths where you might be able to skate. Beautiful place to see a sunset on the water. Has a playground, a few piers, and a boat launch too.

Discovered this little gem after dinner - we will be back for more soon - the play area is quite lovely!

Amazing place! Noticed the cute alligator 🐊 in the big turtle pond now! Nice addition too our already busy area!

Beautiful Bayside park. Large children's playground, plenty of restrooms and Pavillion. You can swim, no life guards on duty. There is also a boat launch. A hidden gem.

My family and I had a great time!!! 🤩 They were very accommodating, the broom boat prices were very reasonable in comparison to other places. Trust me I did my research. 😉 We added on the lily pad, basketball hoop, and paddle board, and it was a hit. Everyone was very nice, and the instructions were clear and understandable. When we come back we will be coming here again to rent another pontoon boat. Don’t miss out on a fun time. 🙌🏼 Rhank you for helping us make great memories.

My daughter and I had the best experience with Destiny Water Adventures that we went back for a second day rental! Chance was amazing at providing a run down of pontoon boat operations as well as directions of where to go. The entire staff was so friendly and helpful loading/unloading the boat. And they are pet friendly! We visited all of the islands, had lunch at The Gulf (pet friendly), and made it to Crab Island. What an adventure! We will definitely be back.

We went on a guided jet ski tour for 1 hour last week. Our experience was nothing less than amazing. Our guides were excellent and went out of their way to make sure we had a great time. Out of many trips to Fort Walton, our kids said this one was the best because of the jet skis. We will definitely return!

We were so happy to be able to rent a pontoon, which was totally affordable and awesome for eight hours for 6 people. The place is a little tricky to find but the directions given to us by destiny water adventure made easy work of it. The staff were super friendly and got us in the water asap. They gave a quick run down of the boat for our captains and let us on our way. Plenty of sea life around crab island, we even saw dolphins! All in all a great experience, and we would recommend using destiny water adventures as well as plan to use them if we are ever back.

What an awesome day on the water! Our family of six had an absolute blast cruising around the bay, the Gulf, Crab Island, and Okaloosa Island during our trip to Destin, FL. The pontoon boat was super clean, easy to drive, and perfect for a full day of adventure. We loved exploring the clear waters, spotting tons of fish and hermit crabs, and hanging out at Crab Island — such a fun vibe! It was nonstop smiles, swimming, and soaking up the beautiful scenery. Hands down one of the best parts of our vacation! We can’t wait to rent again next time we’re in town!

My wife and I rented a jet ski for 3 hours. We had a blast. Located near lots of fun islands you can beach at and enjoy. We also got the action camera which was a great way to capture our memories. On our trip, we saw 1 dolphin and probably 60 rays. This is now a must on every trip in the future. We'll be back next month!

We did the 2 hours “dolphins on jet skis” tour, and although ww didn’t see a single dolphin on a jet ski 😆😆 we saw lots in the water 😉 They were “up close and personal” we luckily had a couple play around us and come right out of the water. Have your cameras ready the whole time, we filmed video but got more water shots than dolphins, we were so busy watching them play that they go out of shot quickly and all you get is video of the water 😂 We booked and checked in with Astoria, she was very professional and friendly, gave us options on tour days and times. David our guide was knowledgable and personable, he made the tour fun and allowed us to ride the skis however we felt comfortable. My wife and i shared a ski and swapped drivers at crab island. The equipment we used was in great shape almost new! Overall a fantastic experience and would certainly use Destiny again!

AMAZING experience! Everyone on staff was SO friendly and accommodating! Very clean facilities and pontoon boat. Knowledgeable captain and 1st mate. Talked about the various sea life we saw and kept everyone safe on the trip! Highly recommend coming here, plus they have an awesome marina shop with snacks, t-shirts, water supplies you ever need! Great price too! We only paid $179 for a three hour dolphin/snorkel excursion for our family of four! We even got to see dolphins!!

We had an amazing trip! We saw so many dolphins. The snorkeling was fun. The water was a bit cold but it was forgotten once we started seeing fish. Captain Mike was great and his 1st mate, Bailey was awesome. Would recommend for sure!

We have been on dolphin tours before but this experience was way better than expected.The clear water made the dolphin sightings absolutely amazing. There were so many dolphins. Captain Mike was so funny and made the trip much more fun. The water was a little cold this time of year but we will definitely be coming back next year.

Amazing day on the boat! Abbie and Ruben were so helpful. We got the Release center console and the boat was perfect and very well maintained. Thanks again! We will be back for sure!!

We had a great time with our booking, check in and excursion! Would recommend for anyone trying to explore the keys and hang out at a sand bar. Bringing your own snacks and beverages was easy. The boat had coolers and plenty of seating for my family of 11. We loved the slides and swimming in the clear water. We asked for recommendations on a captain to navigate us and it was worth every penny! It was windy and Mike was able to get us into a cove to enjoy your day. Will be booking again!

Fantastic experience with the Captain and 1st Mate during our family vacation in Destin. Saw 20+ dolphins, right alongside the boat...Wow! The snorkeling and beach time was very private, relaxing and beautiful. Jumping off the roof into beautiful aqua blue water 🌊 was so much fun for the adults and teenagers! Hope to return soon!

Captain Mike and captain Tyler were amazing! Saw a lot of dolphins! Water wasn’t clear where we stopped so they took us to crab island! So amazing funny and nice!!

Me and my friend, Kaylee, did a Dolphin Tour with Derek as our tour guide. When I tell you this was probably one of the most fun things I’ve done in my life, I really mean it. Derek is what you would call a dolphin whisperer. He is one with the porpoises. But he also know how to keep you safe in the waterways. He was very knowledgeable about the rules and regulations but also knew how to cut loose, have fun, and go fast. 10/10 would recommend and definitely coming back with a bigger group next time!! 🩵☀️🌊🐬

We rented this boat for a family trip to crab Island. Good clean boat ran well. Service was great. Returned with no issues rented it for eight hours. The whole family had a great time and a little too much sun. No fault to the boat. If we have the opportunity in the future will rent from them again.

Captain Sean was amazing! My family and I booked a 6:30 sunset cruise and had a great time. The boat was not overloaded, Sean and Hagen took great care of us. When we got to the dolphin hit spot there were several other boats out that just looked crowed so we were glad ours was thinned out. We saw so many dolphins and Sean got us as close as possible. There was a storm rolling in behind us and he assured us our safety and on our way back we saw another group of dolphins and he made time to stop so we could take pictures of them since we had to leave a little earlier due to the storm. We had a beautiful sunset driving in. I would highly recommend to anyone.

The staff were very friendly and upbeat. Kingston Merrill is a natural and seems to be in his element with customer services. The crew and everyone I met were all great. Well worth the money. It was fun.

My Family and I were in Destin for my husband’s 50th birthday. I booked this jet ski excursion because my family is very adventurous. When I tell you 5 stars I mean it. Staff was very informative and very knowledgeable about the process. We had a wonderful time and left a tip!!!

Great experience for the entire family! Spencer was friendly and helpful. The pontoon boat was in decent condition (which is to be expected since we arrived an hour after our departure time) 😂 so we got the last available boat. We went to Crab Island and the Jetties to make great memories.

We rented a jet ski for 8 hours on the 4th of July. It was an easy pick-up and drop-off. Be prepared if you rent one for 8 hours you'll have to put gas back in it. We knew that from the beginning so it was no big deal. They cost about 75.00 to fill up. Everyone had a great time, the next day. We found muscles we didn't know we had after riding that thing all day.

Every year, my son picks an escape room for his birthday—it’s our family tradition! This year, we decided to try Mr. E’s Escape Room, and it was the BEST decision. Hands down, it exceeded all the other escape rooms we’ve done! The experience was incredible—super fun and challenging, and the Pirate Room was decorated perfectly with great attention to detail. The place is very clean and well-maintained, which we really appreciate. A big shoutout to the amazing staff member who assisted us—she was friendly, helpful, and made the experience even better! We had such a great time and will definitely come back the next time we’re in town. Highly recommend Mr. E’s Escape Room for families, friends, or anyone looking for an exciting adventure!

My family and I had a wonderful time at the escape room. It was my first experience, and the host did an excellent job explaining the process and setting the tone. We chose the Pirate Room, which was not only filled with challenging and creative puzzles but also impressively decorated with great attention to detail, making the experience feel immersive. The electronic elements all worked smoothly and added neat, engaging effects that enhanced the adventure. We’re already looking forward to returning to try the Train Room next! UPDATE: We went back for the Train room experience and it is our new favorite! It was not easy but it was a perfect combination of skills in our group of 5. The rooms are both well decorated and the puzzles were complex for 5 adults (with minimal hints). A great addition to a town that is lacking many options for good clean fun!

This was the 6th escape room and my first at this location. We did the pirate themed room and it was such a good time. The puzzles all worked how they were supposed to and it was a fun plot. It was clear what we were supposed to interact with and what was decorative by using green dots 😉. The puzzles were fun and challenging and our game master was helpful when we were stuck. She made the experience amazing!! Next up is the train later this week!! I highly recommend going here and checking it out for yourself. It would be awesome with a group of friends, family, coworkers, or even strangers.

My wife and I have done over a dozen different rooms across multiple states and the Train Escape room here was so much fun! The Puzzles were definitely challenging, interactive, and they all worked as intended! And the best part: you get tasty snacks at the end. Our attendant, Heather, was super nice and did a great job giving us our hints If we're ever in Fort Walton again, we're going to come back here!

Last night was the first time I've done an escape room. I went with my family. We had a blast. The lady who ran it (I think the owner) went above and beyond what I would expect from any business. She walked us through the process and offered the perfect clues we needed to get us finished at the proper time. I will be doing the other room soon. I hope she is doing well. Anybody working that hard with such enthusiasm deserves to be successful.

The pirate room was really cool. The props created a welcoming atmosphere with challenging puzzles. We've only been to two other escape rooms but this one really impressed me. I wish I could remember the hostesses name but she was sweet and very helpful.

Absolutely loved our time at the escape room! Our experience was fast-paced and exciting, and the escape room master knew exactly when to help us out and when to let us solve problems. The team there is great at tailoring the experience to your party and they were very knowledgeable; we did the train room but we will do the pirate room next time!

Hank was super friendly and accommodating. We were able to rent a pontoon last minute during a holiday weekend at an incredible price. He gave us his personal boombox to use and extra time to explore. It was such a wonderful experience, we will call him again. Highly recommended!!!

Hank was by far the best rental company I have ever dealt with! We rented 1 of his Pontoons for the day and had a blast. Hands down one of the nicest and accommodating people you would ever meet! Next time we are back in Destin and want a boat rental you can bet we will be calling him right back up! A++++ Service!

We had a wonderful experience renting pontoon boats from Hank! After calling several places for rates and availability, Hank was the only one to have 2 boats available for our large party of 17, at a great rate. He made renting easy, affordable, and fun. The boats were clean, the customer service was superb, and we made memories we will cherish always. Thanks To Hank and his crew, it was the highlight of our vacation!

Our family rented a pontoon boat to take out to Crab Island last week and it was a great experience! Highly recommend Anchor Pontoon! The boat was in great condition and very clean. The ride was smooth and easy to drive. Hank and Chris were super nice and easy to do business with. We’ll definitely rent from them when we are back next year!

Anchor Pontoon was wonderful. Hank and his staff were super hospitable. John met us in the parking lot with a cart and brought all of our stuff down to the dock and then proceeded to load everything onto the boat for us. The boat was clean and ran like a charm. The whole process was totally hassle free and the price was lower than the other places that we called. We had a great day on the water and Hank gave us an excellent dinner recommendation upon our return. I would highly recommend renting at Anchor Pontoon for a great experience.

Mr Hank had our rented pontoon boat to us fairly quickly despite our last minute decision to rent one. The rate for the time we got the pontoon was really great. And Mr Hanks was amazing to deal with, very friendly, full of great advice and just a joy to deal with. We will definitely be using this rental company again in the future.

Called all over town to get quotes during Spring Break and came across Anchor Pontoon Boat rental and spoke with Hank, such an awesome guy and very easy to speak with, goes out of his way to accommodate you. His company had the best rates and the boats were nice. Also his crew was very informative and real laid back people, took me and my wife and kids and we had such a great time. Definitely would come back to this place. Hank you’re a good man. This is Richard K. from Las Vegas..

Wish they would have left the building as a restaurant, pizza bar, and Rick's was a great hangout for the locals and snowbirds. Was a real disappointment when we heard Rick's was closed.

Went this week, and was not that impressed. The gamemaster was VERY sweet and helpful. But the establishment was dirty(especially the bathroom), there were spiderwebs and dirt everywhere, and I felt the location was extremely difficult to find. I’ve been to 40 escape rooms, and it just isn’t high on the list by any means.

Scheduled a birthday event for Mystery Mansion and had a blast with our party of six. The manager called me back right away to give me all the info I needed to book online. When arriving, the downstairs video gaming area is vacant and under construction at this time, so at first, you may not realize the escape rooms upstairs. Lots of laughs though. We solved the puzzle with 14 minutes to spare and loved every minute of it. We will be back for Mummy's Tomb.

As someone who works at an escape room, this is one of the better crafted with everything around you being a clue or something interactive. My group (Winnie Hut Jr.) did both of their rooms and they were both the best crafted rooms I’ve ever seen. Some rooms over do the spiral/number locks but between the two rooms there was a total of 5. Our game master Casey was fantastic and we had a lot of fun. Anyone that enjoys doing escape rooms with out of the box thinking and not a whole lot of spiral or number locks this is the place for you.

Escaped the mummy’s tomb room with family and friends with 6 minutes left and had a great time. The puzzles are challenging but doable. The game master was very nice. We had a great time and will return to do the other room.

We had a blast. Took my adult daughter my teenage son and his friend for his birthday. We chose the Mummy's Tomb. It was difficult but we escaped with the help of our game master Casey. We had four minutes left on the clock. Can't wait the try the Mansion!

Cheaply done, small, overpriced. We did the mansion room. -Clues were written on cut up post-it notes and taped to a window. -Laminated clue cards falling apart -Poor lighting in areas you need at least some light. -Clues written on objects with ball point pen with bad handwriting. With all that being said we did get out with 8 minutes remaining. So it's not that we were upset we couldn't figure it out.