Things to Do

Where to eat, play, and stay near the Gulfarium

Restaurants

After your visit, head next door to the Boardwalk for great food!

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Activities

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Xtreme H2O

Xtreme H2O, located directly across from Crab Island, offers parasailing, jet ski and pontoon rental, dolphin watching tours, and a variety of other water activities.

Aerial photo of The Boardwalk at Oskaloosa Island with shopping center, parking lot, and beach, with ocean in the background.

The Boardwalk

The Boardwalk on Oskaloosa Island is a popular family-friendly destination for beachfront shopping, dining, and incredible views of the Emerald Coast.

Wooden pier stretching out into the ocean at sunset.

The Island Pier

Oskaloosa’s Island Pier is an ideal location for fishing, watching the sun set, and observing dolphins, sea turtles, herons, pelicans and other marine life.

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Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone

Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone, on Oskaloosa Island, is Northwest Florida’s largest family entertainment center. It features an arcade, 4-D movie theater, laser tag, mini golf, rope courses, bungee trampoline, go-carts, and a bumper boat pool.

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John Beasley Park

John Beasley Park’s offers beautiful white sandy beaches and emerald waters, 2 pavilions, swimming, fishing, boardwalk access to the beach, and restrooms. Parking can get crowded in the busy season, so carpooling is recommended.

Nearby Hotels

The following hotels are within walking distance of the Gulfarium

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The Island Resort

The Island Resort is a beachfront getaway, offering modern amenities with classic Florida charm. Guests enjoy a private beach, a grotto-style pool with a swim-up bar, on-site dining, and family-friendly entertainment.

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Hilton Garden Inn

The Hilton Garden Inn sits right on the Gulf of Mexico, offering direct beach access and spectacular ocean views. Relax in a lazy river or the indoor and outdoor pools and dine at the on-site Garden Grille restaurant.

Sunset view of six story hotel and white sandy beach

Four Points by Sheraton

The Four Points by Sheraton offers modern rooms with private balconies overlooking the Gulf. Amenities include outdoor pools, hot tub,  private beach, and on-site dining options.

View of six story hotel from boardwalk with blue sky above

Holiday Inn Resort

The Holiday Inn Resort is a family-friendly beachfront hotel. Enjoy a lazy river pool, indoor pool, hot tub, beachside tiki bar, game room, seasonal kids’ activities, kids’ club, and on-site dining at the Riptides Grill.

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