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 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.
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 beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its seafood restaurants.
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.
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.
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
Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico
Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin
3 Hour Crab Island Tour from Destin Non-Private with Floats
Florida: Emerald Coast Sunset & Dolphin Cruise with Guide
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
The property was old and the service was terrible
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
No Ocen view. Clean room and amazing Staff.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
The room was clean and the view from balcony was perfect. The two places onsite to purchase food were pretty good as well.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
I think the resort should be advertised as a partial ocean view as the rooms do not have a direct view of the ocean.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
All the staff was very welcoming and very polite. I’ve stayed at this property poor times and never disappointed. Awesome
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach
All was great
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bayou
Northwest
While Northwest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Coast Science Center and Okaloosa Island Beach.
Cinco Bayou
Travelers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ocean City
If you're spending some time in Ocean City, Bel-Air Shopping Center and Choctawhatchee Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Oakland
If you're spending some time in Oakland, Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex are top sights worth seeing.
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 Bel-Air Shopping Center and Indian Temple Mound Museum.
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 Indian Temple Mound Museum and Okaloosa Island Beach.
