Emerald Coast Science Center
The Emerald Coast Science Center is a good indoor activity for the whole family on a rainy day in Fort Walton Beach. There are more than 250 exhibits in the Emerald Coast Science Center, including an electricity and wind tunnel. Admission is inexpensive.
Emerald Coast Science Center
139 Brooks Street
Fort Walton Beach FL 32548
(850) 664-1261
Edwin Watts Golf
Edwin Watts Golf is a pro-golf retailer that sells all sorts of golf related items, including equipment and apparel. There are indoor hitting areas and putting greens for those missing being on the course. You can also test out the computer swing analysis systems. You will also find some displays of antique clubs, golf memorabilia and the latest tech items in golf technology.
Edwin Watts Golf
1957 Lewis Turner Blvd
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547-1256
(800) 874-0146
Florida's Gulfarium
More than 200 marine mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and other animals call Florida's Gulfarium home. It is the second oldest marine park in all of America. While you might find it to be a bit smaller than most aquariums, it is a great way to see some fish when it is rainy outside.
Florida's Gulfarium
1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-9046
U.S. Air Force Armament Museum
The U.S. Air Force Armament Museum is the only museum in the United States that is dedicated to the display of Air Force armament. An array of fighter and bomber planes are all on view in this museum. There is even a fighter plane cockpit simulator for those wondering what it is like to pilot a real U.S. fighter plane. Admission to this museum is always free.
U.S. Air Force Armament Museum
100 Museum Drive
Eglin AFB, FL 32542
(850) 882-4062
Silver Sands Outlet in Destin
Shopping is an easy way to spend a rainy day and the Silver Sands Outlet in nearby Destin, Florida is a great place to shop. This is one of the largest designer outlet centers in the United States. You will find outlet stores for places like Liz Claiborne New York, BCBG Max Azria, Movado Company Store, Restoration Hardware and Under Armour. You can even snag some new golf apparel at the Greg Norman store.
Silver Sands Outlet
10562 Emerald Coast Parkway
Destin, FL 32550
(850) 654-9771
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