Northwest
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 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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park during your visit to Fort Walton Beach. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its seafood restaurants.

Fort Walton Beach Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fort Walton Beach Park, a lovely green space in Fort Walton Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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 the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

One Hour Harbor Shared Tour with Dolphin Watching

Destin's Floating Tiki Bar Cruise: 360° Harbor Views

Florida: Emerald Coast Sunset & Dolphin Cruise with Guide
Top hotels in Northwest

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
I only staid the first night. The room had a terrible smell and the bed felt wet and had a bad smell as well. I left the next morning and book the hilton garden inn.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Room was clean, bed was the most comfortable bed I had ever slept on, loved our ocean view, loved the heated pool, also loved having private access to the beach. Overall, we had an AMAZING time staying here!!
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
All around great resort for any occasion!!!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Room needs some maintenance work, bathroom not draining properly. We were only there fo 1 night so it wasn't a big deal. Not a good experience during check in, had to wait and front desk person not very welcoming.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Room was clean. Staff was very courteous.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
Been here since December and it is by far, a great deal, great location, great staff, great amenities and huge clean rooms!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest

South Bayou
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Bayou and surrounding area, you can visit Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip.

Oakland
If you're spending some time in Oakland, Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex are top sights worth seeing.

Seabreeze
If you're spending some time in Seabreeze, Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip are top sights worth seeing.

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

Beal Parkway
While Beal Parkway might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Timpoochee Trail and Miracle Strip.

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



