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.
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
Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin
Destin Harbor Sunset Eco Dolphin Cruise
Crab Island Pontoon Boat Tour with Captain- 3-Hour Destin Charter
Shark Boat Destin Dolphin Watch and Sunset Cruise
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
This is the farthest thing from a resort. No amenities other than a dirty pool. This property is falling apart. “Housekeeping” leaves towels in your room.. no beds are made - nothing is cleaned or wiped down. I wore shoes in the shower because it was so dirty. There were cockroaches in the lobby ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Room was spacious and comfortable. Property beautiful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
everything was great. you can't go wrong with this hotel. our room was clean; we had ocean view. staff was friendly and accommodating. we were initially put in a room on the 1st floor. room was fine, clean, except that it had a bunk bed in it, which made the room less spacious. so, we asked to be ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Village Inn Destin
Was a great stay over all
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Destin
The room was ok, nothing special. The bed was comfortable. The AC worked well. The bathroom floor tiles were broken which made for unsteady stepping in front of the toilet.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
It was a very pleasant stay. Beach was kinda hard to find.
Reviewed on 10 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 Indian Temple Mound Museum and Okaloosa Island Beach.
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.
