South Bayou

Fort Walton Beach

Popular places to visit

Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand

Okaloosa Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Okaloosa Island Beach
Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

After visiting Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
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Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park during your visit to Fort Walton Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its seafood restaurants.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Okaloosa Island Pier

Okaloosa Island Pier

Okaloosa Island Pier is just one of the places to see in Fort Walton Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Okaloosa Island Pier
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

You can take time to visit Wild Willy's Adventure Zone during your travels to Fort Walton Beach. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

Things to do

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

€34
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Sunset Cruises
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion

4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion

€65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion
Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin

Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin

€37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Destin

Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Destin

€40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Destin Dolphin and Sunset Cruise

Destin Dolphin Watching and Sunset Cruise

€23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Destin Dolphin Watching and Sunset Cruise
Destin Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour

Destin Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour

€38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Destin Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour
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Top hotels in South Bayou

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is €199 per night from 5 May to 6 May
€199
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,080 reviews)
Dirty

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

3 out of 5
100 Grand Blvd Miramar Beach FL
The price is €124 per night from 11 May to 12 May
€124
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,641 reviews)
Everything was great 👍

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4000 S Sandestin Blvd Miramar Beach FL
The price is €370 per night from 17 May to 18 May
€370
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Miramar Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room, great customer service, great location

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

3 out of 5
573 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is €155 per night from 10 May to 11 May
€155
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,293 reviews)
Close to gorgeous beach, clean pool and good value. Room didn't get cleaned after first night.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Days Inn by Wyndham Destin

Days Inn by Wyndham Destin

2.5 out of 5
1029 Highway 98 East Destin FL
The price is €69 per night from 3 May to 4 May
€69
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
5.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
Clean room amazing staff pool was super clean

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Destin
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach

3 out of 5
220 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach FL
The price is €148 per night from 10 May to 11 May
€148
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,206 reviews)
Great services, clean rooms

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bayou

Northwest

Northwest

When in Northwest, you can plan a visit to Emerald Coast Science Center and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northwest
Cinco Bayou

Cinco Bayou

Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cinco Bayou
Marco Island

Ocean City

While visiting Ocean City, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Bel-Air Shopping Center.

Ocean City
Oakland

Oakland

While visiting Oakland, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex.

Oakland
Garniers Beach

Garniers Beach

While Garniers Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Okaloosa Island Beach and Princess Beach.

Garniers Beach
Beal Parkway

Beal Parkway

When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Okaloosa Island Beach and Emerald Coast Science Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Beal Parkway

South Bayou

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