1. Destin West Resort Beachside (Villas) Semi-Covered Swimming Pool
Be sure to observe the weather and only enter pools and hot tubs with light rain and no lightning in area. Enjoy Destin West Resort's semi-covered swimming pool located on the Gulfside of the resort under the Beach Villas. Perfect for those light rainy days and also great shade with the bright steamy sun!
2. Destin West Resort Bayside (Pelican) Play Area
Wear the kids out under the Pelican building in the nautical themed playground. Cool, shaded and protected from the elements, this play area is perfect on those rainy afternoons to gert some energy out!
3. Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
The Gulfarium on Okaloosa Island has many indoor exhibits making it the perfect family activity on overcast and rainy days. Located less than 1/2 a mile from Destin West Beach and Bay Resort, the Gulfarium is a "must do" on your next Destin West Vacation!
4. Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
Safety first, always be careful and stay informed with area wind and lightning warnings. The fish don't care that it's raining! And, the rain will cool off your fishing time. Put on your raincoat and hit the pier to try your luck at fishing. Bring your own fishing rod or rent your gear from them. Catch dinner and if you're hungry, have Angler's cook it fresh off the hook! The Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier is located steps from Destin West Beach & Bay Resort and an awesome experience for anglers and spectators alike!
5. Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone on Okaloosa Island is .2 miles from Destin West Beach & Bay Resort. Walk right over to check out awesome amusement park featuring over 17,000 square feet of air conditioned space!
- A State-of-the-art Redemption Arcade
- A 4D Movie Theater
- Urban Assault Laser Tag
- YogoMogo's Creamy Cool Creations
6. Destin History & Fishing Museum
Get to know the area with a visit to the Destin History & Fishing Museum for a fun and interesting look at the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village"
7. Emerald Coast Science Center
Visit the Emerald Coast Science Center in Fort Walton Beach for a educational fun day indoors! The museum offers programs fun for ages 2 to 102. Experience workshops, exhibits, and opportunities for a wide range of interests at the museum.
8. Urban Air Adventure Park
Visit the ultimate indoor adventure park where kids of all ages (and kids at heart) can explore thrilling attractions, challenge their body and mind, and most importantly…have a blast! WAY more than just your average trampoline park.
9. Indian Temple Mound
n 1962 the Indian Temple Mound Museum opened as the first municipally owned and operated museum in the State of Florida. The current museum building opened to the public in 1972 and is located on Highway 98 in the heart of historic downtown Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The museum houses interpretative exhibits depicting more than 12,000 years of Native American occupation. Thousands of artifacts of stone, bone, clay and shell are here, as well as one of the finest collections of prehistoric ceramics in the Southeastern United States. Exhibits also include artifacts from the European Explorers, local pirates, and early settlers.
10. The Boardwalk
No trip to Okaloosa Island is complete without hitting the Boardwalk. Steps away from Destin West Resort, walk right over for dining, shopping and entertainment! Spend the afternoon shopping and dining at the Boardwalk on the beach on Okaloosa Island. The entire complex offers covered restaraunts and eclectic and unique shops.
