South Bayou
Fort Walton Beach
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion
Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Destin Dolphin Watching and Sunset Cruise
Destin Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
This was a great place, my friends loved it and everyone has been asking for the name.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
The Hotel was clean and well maintained however our bed mattress was not comfortable and the toilet was so low to the floor. The toilet needs to be upgraded to taller toilet for better seating comfort and the bed needs a softer mattress for better sleep.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
Everything was nice
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Excellent, only reason i would go back. We paid for the suite and it was unavailable due to an elevator being broken (over a month) They provided us with two smaller rooms that was adequate for our needs, but I would have cancelled the reservation. They blamed Expedia for not providing our correct ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Destin
I woke up filling dizzy....... after i that i turned off the AC and was not dizzy but no room change i didn't sleep good in the room so I ask for another did not get it was one of the werst stays at a hotel ever will never forget
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
New, clean well designed rooms. Five minute walk to beach. Outside pool feels like part of parking lot but adequate. Walking distance to groceries, shopping and great restaurants. Cheaper than condos snd quiet and very clean.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bayou
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.
Cinco Bayou
Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ocean City
While visiting Ocean City, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Bel-Air Shopping Center.
Oakland
While visiting Oakland, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex.
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.
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.
