Sarah & Kevin

Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Okaloosa Island, FL
150 Days To Go!

Sarah & Kevin

Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Okaloosa Island, FL
150 Days To Go!

Things to Do

Looking for some things to do while you are in the area? Here are a few ideas!

💡 Most are unique, local options you won't find anywhere else.


Organized by: Coffee | Restaurants | Activities | Shopping

☕ Coffee

MJ’s Place

772 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 737-0109

Probably our favorite coffee shop in the area. It is close to the Lewis family and serves Lucky Goat coffee (our favorite coffee in Tallahassee).

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Wondah Coffee

115 Partin Dr N, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 502-9176

If you like minimalistic craft coffee, you should try this place. Nothing too fancy but everything is handmade.

Fernweh Coffee Roastery

217 Page Bacon Rd STE 1, Mary Esther, FL 32569, USA
(850) 565-1016

Highly rated local coffee shop that also serves breakfast food.

🍲 Restaurants

Stewby's Seafood Shanty

235 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
(850) 586-7001

They have multiple locations, but this is some of the best simple seafood in the area.

Pounders Hawaiian Grill - Niceville

142 Palm Blvd N, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 424-4264

Another family favorite. Super close to the Lewis family and simple menu.

Sawadee Thai Cuisine

1111 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 678-1333

Perhaps the best Asian food in the area (at lest in Niceville).

Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

1052 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 729-7200

Good food and quick service (drive-thru only). They have really good, fresh made lemonade too.

TradeWinds Italian Restaurant

205 Government Ave, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 678-8299

A local hidden gem. Great food but it is a small place and very busy. They may not do pick up orders, so call ahead if you want to go here.

Donut Hole Bakery and Cafe

635 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, USA
(850) 837-8824

More than just donuts! This was a favorite spot when we lived in this area.

Beachview Breakfast & Grill

928 Whelk Ct, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
(850) 203-2222

A cozy little spot not far from the wedding venue.

First Watch

4427 Commons Dr E, Destin, FL 32541, USA
(850) 424-4323

One of our favorite breakfast places in this area and in Tallahassee.

⛳ Activities

Crab Trap Destin

Picture of Crab Trap Destin
3500 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541, USA
(850) 654-2722

Technically a restaurant, but also a great place for easy access to the white sand beaches.

The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island

Picture of The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
(850) 301-0959

A beach access spot very close to the wedding venue that has shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Picture of Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
(850) 243-9046

Aquarium and activities.

Goofy Golf

Picture of Goofy Golf
401 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547, USA
(850) 862-4922

Good, old fashioned mini golf fun. A place we went early in our relationship.

Air Force Armament Museum

Picture of Air Force Armament Museum
100 Museum Dr, Eglin AFB, FL 32542, USA
(850) 882-4062

If you are into military history you will probably enjoy this. Linked to Kevin's military job.

Turkey Creek Park

Picture of Turkey Creek Park
340 W John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578, USA
(850) 685-9405

This is a great place for an easy walk in nature. For a while, it was a family tradition whenever family visited.

🛍️ Shopping

Destin Commons

4100 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL 32541, USA
(850) 337-8700

Shopping, restaurants, and activities (including a movie theater).

Silver Sands Premium Outlets

10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550, USA
(850) 654-9771

A good place for deep discounts.

Uptown Station

99 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
(850) 301-0757

A popular shopping center not far from the wedding venue.