Title: Downtown Fort Walton Beach Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Fort Walton Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Fort-Walton-Beach-Hotels.d904318529407590400.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Fort Walton Beach Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Fort-Walton-Beach.d904318529407590400.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Fort Walton Beach Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Fort-Walton-Beach.d904318529407590400.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Fort Walton Beach Travel Guide ## Fort Walton Beach ![Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/96c67946-022a-446d-9f60-20bd3125862a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/881e5c78-9abd-48b0-ae08-cd1ccd85d298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/48c27205-e3c4-452c-851a-aaf7d0229b0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/644baf5f-ea1c-4d8d-9d11-f01792c91ed5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/63ac543e-de90-4f7a-9f20-02d53cc40596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Fort Walton Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Fort Walton Beach travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach.dx3732) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Fort Walton Beach Landing Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/96c67946-022a-446d-9f60-20bd3125862a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Landing-Park-Fort-Walton-Beach.d902687131299041280.Attraction) ![Indian Temple Mound Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065721/9cbee622-b8b9-4cd2-ae9c-8e3f035fbadd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Indian-Temple-Mound-Museum-Fort-Walton-Beach.d6065721.Attraction) ![Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653465/99b5e29b-fbea-4b62-8bb2-c5446889f3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum during your travels in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Camp-Walton-Schoolhouse-Museum-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621532653465.Attraction) ![Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496855/f6cbb6a4-cebe-4f24-bee2-dc254b687eb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okaloosa Island Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaloosa-Island-Beach-Pensacola.d553248635976496855.Attraction) ![Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505609/928ca27f-2e99-4b01-bfc7-5993074c22f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island 4/5(1 review) After visiting Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boardwalk-On-Okaloosa-Island-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621560505609.Attraction) ![FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128040/2f0f701f-1171-4c2f-a89d-f77fac0d6c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center Learn about the events happening in Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Emerald-Coast-Convention-Center-Fort-Walton-Beach.d6128040.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Dolphin & Sunset Cruises](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47221940/21b8e44b-6bc2-4fe3-a6d7-298efe361196.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin & Sunset Cruises £30 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-sunset-cruises.a47221940.activity-details) ![4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47522138/2f9d2f66-619d-49e1-a41d-f6d31a50b83d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion £56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-destin-harbor-crab-island-excursion.a47522138.activity-details) ![Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46467547/58a58045-4d08-4dce-a94e-c03fd83d5bd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin £33 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snorkeling-and-dolphin-watching-experience-in-destin.a46467547.activity-details) [See all activities in Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Fort Walton Beach ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2559500/2559449/7e55a36d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Walton Beach 3 Southwest Miracle Strip Pkwy Fort Walton Beach FL £97 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) It was good and freash Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=2559449&PinnedHotelID=2559449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) ![Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103850000/103847700/103847688/d418f611_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Destin West 13 Miracle Strip Parkway SW Fort Walton Beach FL £93 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews) Clean rooms, comfortable beds with nice sheets. Modern decor. Away from the hustle of Destin but easy access to all stores and restaurants that we enjoyed. Breakfast was a nice bonus. Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=103847688&PinnedHotelID=103847688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) ![Charming waterfront studio in wonderful Fort Walton Beach, FL w/awesome pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113140000/113131200/113131194/441f018c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Charming waterfront studio in wonderful Fort Walton Beach, FL w/awesome pool Fort Walton Beach FL Stay at this condo in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Okaloosa Island Beach and HarborWalk Village are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) I had a great stay. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=113131194&PinnedHotelID=113131194&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=113131194&PinnedHotelID=113131194&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) ![The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8016/cdb39e06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £168 20 Apr - 21 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,002 reviews) We went for a family vacation and booked through Hotels.com. I believe we had lower quality rooms because of this. There was sand all over the floor when walking in. The floor was tile with no entry rug to stop it from spreading whenever you came in and out. The rain shower looks nice but there is ... Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=8016&PinnedHotelID=8016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) ![Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45290000/45289300/45289201/704c1328_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach 220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL £140 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,173 reviews) Overall, the stay was pleasant, but there were a couple of areas that could be improved. The room could have been cleaned more thoroughly, and the water pressure in the shower was quite low. With a bit more attention to housekeeping and maintenance, the experience would be even better. Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=45289201&PinnedHotelID=45289201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) ![Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10100/10029/d2d6a600_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin 573 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL £153 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,239 reviews) The room was clean, although a little dated. Water temp in the shower was inconsistent - at times perfectly heated, other times, lukewarm. The view of the Gulf was perfect. The pool was nice, but it took awhile to get towels restocked - we requested and were told they were in the dryer. It was about ... Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10029&PinnedHotelID=10029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=904318529407590400) [See all 20,069 properties in Downtown Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026®ionId=904318529407590400) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Beal-Parkway.dx976219078001950720) ![Okaloosa Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065716/9c643978-58cc-4053-802f-593ff2fa5f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Okaloosa Island Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Okaloosa-Island.dx6065716) ![Elliot's Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/839239e5-fc08-47db-912b-453ed773991d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Elliot's Point While visiting Elliot's Point, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Elliots-Point.dx976218074066092032) ![Ferry Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/db29afb8-de86-4dab-9021-ce7e48c14048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Ferry-Park.dx976217629534875648) ![Cinco Bayou](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998723477/93aca726-e4ac-4a6b-a03a-421ede721ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cinco Bayou Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit. 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