Visitors to Okaloosa Island, a beach community located in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, should prepare to have a fun-filled stay. Several activities are family friendly, and tourists from around the world book their vacations during the spring and summer months for a relaxing getaway.
Children and adults will enjoy going to Florida's Gulfarium. Visitors can watch the dolphin shows and have their pictures taken with the sea animals. Anyone looking for a venue to celebrate a birthday party should consider this attraction.
Florida's Gulfarium
1010 Miracle Strip Parkway, SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-243-9046
gulfarium.com
Catch fish from the Gulf of Mexico off the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier. For those who do not want to fish, they can pay a small fee to walk the pier and take in the views. It is within short walking distance from the hotels and condos on Okaloosa Island. Since most visitors are unable to bring their boats along with them, the pier provides the chance to fish within the deeper waters. Rods and reels of varying lengths can be rented out to those without their own equipment. All prices include the cost of license fees and taxes.
Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
1030 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-244-1023
okaloosaislandpier.com
This popular restaurant can be found directly on the Gulf of Mexico waters. Visitors that are driving onto Okaloosa Island can spot the large red crab on top of the building once they arrive over the bridge. Diners can enjoy the scenic views and experience different flavors from the gulf coast area. The atmosphere is laid back and casual. Some of the food items offered include seafood gumbo, crab legs and grilled sirloin.
Crabtrap Seafood & Oyster Bar
1450 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-301-0959
crabtrapdestin.com
The Okaloosa Island Boardwalk is filled with fun shops and restaurants. Since it is located on the beach, visitors can skip having to tread through the sand to reach other areas of the beach. Restrooms and showers are on-site, as are plenty of parking spaces. Beach volleyball can be played along the boardwalk.
Okaloosa Island Boardwalk
1450 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-796-1782
theboardwalkoi.com
