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
Clear Kayak Ecotour Destin Ft. Walton Beach
4 Hour Crab Island Adventure Tour in Destin
Top hotels in Northwest
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"This is one of the oldest hotels on the island and with that said. It is old. In our room the toilet paper holder and towel holder was broken. The light on the balcony was falling off. It felt clean otherwise. We got a suite for 6 people but only 2 people could eat breakfast for free. Otherwise it’s ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"Loved it was on the beach. Food on site was mid at the most. Staff were friendly. Room was not the cleanest."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Village Inn Destin
"The bed was comfortable and room was clean. Housekeeping came to clean daily and bring clean towels. The room smelled good when we entered the room. While we were in our room in the evening we noticed when we went inside the bathroom we could smell cigarette smoke in the bathroom. We put the exhaust ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"The property was very nice. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"5 dollars a day parking was horse."
Reviewed on 18 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 Indian Temple Mound Museum.
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 Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.
