Fort Walton Beach Attractions

The biggest attraction at Fort Walton Beach, is well, the beach. It's really the main reason you came here, right? What could be better than parking your chair, an umbrella and a beach bag loaded with sunscreen, a good book and some Soduku puzzles, and whiling away an afternoon in one of Florida's most beautiful locations? Well, if you actually do get tired of hanging out at the beach on your beach vacation, there is loads of things to do in Fort Walton Beach and the surrounding area that will add to your adventure. Take some time and tailor a day or two just for the kids, for we all know if they are happy, you will be much happier too. Brush the sand off your swim trunks, or better yet, dig through your luggage and grab a pair of shorts, and head for some of the fun activities that the Fort Walton Beach area offers.

Fort Walton Beach Events, Entertainment & Things For Kids

For the kids (or the kid still in you) check out Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park. More than 40 water attractions, mini golf and go-kart tracks to keep your engine revved up all day. Take a good look at the ones that got away at the Destin History & Fishing Museum, where over 100 types of fish are on display. Take the kids to the Emerald Coast Science Center, where they can experience some really cool indoor and educational hands on exhibits. This is a good way to spend a rainy day, or just take some time away from the sun and surf. (They'll appreciate it all the more tomorrow.) If you would like to make your souvenirs rather than buy them, go to Fired Up, and choose from over 100 styles of pottery to create on your own. Actually, there are too many great places to shop here also, so you may want to spend a little time in the area boutiques and outlet malls. If you are looking for a little more action, bring the in-line skates and spend a morning at the Fort Walton Beach Skating Center. You may need to extend your rental vacation home to a two week stay.