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.
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.
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
Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Screaming Eagle Speedboat Thrills and Dolphin Watching in Destin
Destin Harbor Sunset Eco Dolphin Cruise
Hydro Rocket Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Destin
Top hotels in South Bayou
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"Good Family friendly Staff"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"Here are a couple of ways to rewrite your review, depending on the format you prefer for the site you are posting it on. ### Option 1: Paragraph Format **A decent family spot, but **Decent for families, lacking for couples** Overall, this is a decent getaway spot for a family trip, but I highly recommend ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
"Clean room, Great location to food, shopping & restaurants. Gym was nicely stocked for full workouts and very clean. Overall great place to stay for a night or long vacation. Also a plus, onsight Starbucks and very good size restaurant and common area."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"I didn't like the little cockroaches that came out at night."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"Muy bueno todo"
Reviewed on 31 May 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 Choctawhatchee Bay and Bel-Air Shopping Center.
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 Okaloosa Island Beach and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone.
Beal Parkway
When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Miracle Strip and Okaloosa Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
