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
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Destin: The Original Cruisin Tikis Crab Island Experience
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Both pools were enjoyable. Room was small but great. Staff was amazing always nice and attentive. And the beach was clean and fun.
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
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
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
When I booked the room it displayed room pictures and the pool that was outside and I thought I booked what it displayed but was placed in a whole different spot. There was no hot water, red stains on the shower curtain, the toilet paper holder on the wall was broken and would turn sideways when ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Excellent will stay again
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Village Inn Destin
The rooms were clean and the breakfast was good. The location was great.
Reviewed on 7 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 Princess Beach.
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.
