Air Force Armament Museum    

SR 85, outside Eglin Air Force Base west gate, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Tel: (850) 882-4062

The museum includes an exhibit of restored aircraft from World War II through the Vietnam War, well-known Air Force planes and the armament collection.  The only facility in the U.S. dedicated to display Air Force armament.  The SR-71 Blackbird, the B-52, the F-15, and a Russian MIG-21 are among the main attractions displayed at this museum.  The museum is open seven days a week, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.  Admission is free.

Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum

The original one-room schoolhouse was used from 1912-1936.  It has been restored and moved to its present location where it is maintained by the city.  Tel: (850) 833-9596

Destin Fishing Museum

The legacy and heritage of generations of Destin fishermen comes alive through numerous displays.  Features include dry aquarium, workshop room, memorabilia room, rodeo fishing room, and gift shop.

Eglin Reservation

This 464,000 acre reservation is available for hunting, fishing, camping and other recreational activities.

Fort Walton Beach Art Museum

38 SW Robinwood Drive, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Tel:  (850) 244-1893

Features collections of American paintings, sculpture, pottery and Chinese artifacts.  Exhibits change monthly.  Call for opening times Tel: (850) 244-1893

Gulfarium

US98, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Tel: (850) 244-5169

The Gulfarium is a wonderful place for children and adults to learn about marine live.  A main feature of the Gulfarium is the "Living Sea" where marine animals can be seen in their natural habitats .  The Living Sea has sharks, eels, sting rays, and other sea life. The Gulfarium also contains porpoises, otters, sea lions, penguins, birds, seals and alligators.   The Gulfarium features four live marine shows, the Dolphin Show, the Living Sea, a Sea Lion Show and a Multi-Species Show.  They also offer a dolphin interaction program which provides a close up personal encounter with two of their star dolphins, Kiwi and Daphne.

www.gulfarium.com

Historical Society Museum

115 Westview Avenue, Valparaiso, Florida Tel: (850) 678-2615

The museum focuses on the local area during the period of the 1800s to the 1930s.  Exhibits include an old cotton gin, farm tools, furnishings, kitchen equipment and a 1920s stove.  

Indian Temple Mound Museum

139 Miracle Strip Parkway, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Tel: (850) 833-9595

The museum depicts the thousands of years of Indian occupation of the northwest Florida region.  The temple mound was constructed around the year 1400 A.D.  

www.fwb.org/html/fwbMuseum01.html

Museum of the Sea and Indian

Serving Okaloosa and Walton Counties and the surrounding areas since 1959, the museums offer a wide array of exhibits that depict the history of Native Americans from both North and South America.  Marine life and a zoo are also included on the grounds.  Open daily, year-round (850) 837-6625

Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier

Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida

A giant fishing pier of 1,261 feet.  Lighted for nighttime fishing.  Rod holders and benches are built onto the pier.  Also includes a fish cleaning area.

The Emerald Coast Science Museum

The Emerald Coast Science Museum offers "hands on" encounters with the worlds of science and technology.  For all ages, the Focus Center allows you to discover, touch, imagine, create and explore through exhibits focusing on space, computers, physics, careers and more.  Tel: (850) 664-1261

Sasquatch Zoo

Wolves, lions, tigers, bears and a barrel of monkeys!  Just minutes east of Crestview on Highway 90.  Sasquatch Zoo provides an educational enjoyable visit with exotic animals from many parts of the world.  The zoo has over 250 animals representing over 50 different species from over 30 different countries. Many of our animals may be hand fed and petted.  For groups of 10 or more, guided tours are available.  We have two picnic areas if you would like to pack a lunch. Tel: (850) 682-3949

Walton-Defuniak Public Library

First opened in 1887, it is believed to be a historically significant structure, and it is the oldest public library in the state still in its original building.  Many rare books dating back to the library's beginning are on display (850) 892-3624

The Zoo  

701 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561 Tel: (850) 932-2229, Fax: (850) 932-8575  www.the-zoo.com

Visit one of the most unique and friendly zoos in America.  A wildlife experience awaits you with over 700 animals surrounded by botanical gardens.  At this friendly zoo, you can get a close look at bears, tigers, rhinos and zebras. Bring a camera to photograph the colorful birds. Have fun watching playful primates. See sleek otters slither through water. Be amazed at the sight of western lowland gorillas. Marvel at the strength and beauty of our white Bengal tigers.  There is a mini train for the kids and also a Japanese garden to meander through.