Northwest Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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 seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Destin Harbor Sunset Eco Dolphin Cruise
Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Crab Island Pontoon Boat Tour with Captain- 3-Hour Destin Charter
Clear Kayak Ecotour Destin Ft. Walton Beach
Top hotels in Northwest
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
No room availability at check in time. Room was very dirty, unattached toilet seat, no door on shower so mold smell was bad because of water on the floors for years. Main attraction was so cold it couldn’t be used. Basically paying for beach access which was beautiful. Could have been so nice, just ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
My kids loved the pool! It was so warm. We got a room that went straight out to the pool, so it was perfect. The beach was so good! Beautiful. Easy to get to. Clean. Softest sand I’ve ever felt!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Had a quick stay unexpectedly. Was just what we needed! Clean and well kept.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
The hotel has a nice views. Well maintained, the staff have no decency and sometimes rude. Bottom line , they don’t want to help. The beach is nice, this property is for one time stay, definitely, will not repeat it. I am a diamond Hilton member and travel the world with Hilton, this one is ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
We discovered an oasis in our neighboring State. Thanks to the World System Builder Financial event/training. We look forward to returning and enjoying the amenities of the diverse housing, golfing, water activities and. much more.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Village Inn Destin
Nice lady was in front desk
Reviewed on 5 May 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 Okaloosa Island Beach.
Oakland
While visiting Oakland, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex.
Seabreeze
While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound.
Cinco Bayou
Travellers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
