South Bayou 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.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Jetski Waverunner Rental - Destin
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
The sheets had stains,the staff was reluctant to come change them. Not how the pictures show it.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Yes everything was nice
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
I have stayed here a few times and I have lived my stay every time.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Great property and location!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach
Overall the room was ok for the price. Room had a smell that was funky that was probably from the ac unit but was unnoticeable after a few minutes. Questionable how well they clean the room as food and open drink was left in fridge. Probably would not stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Yes
Reviewed on 15 Mar 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 Bel-Air Shopping Center and Choctawhatchee Bay.
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 Bel-Air Shopping Center and Indian Temple Mound Museum.
Beal Parkway
When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Indian Temple Mound Museum and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
