South Bayou, FL

Fort Walton Beach

Popular places to visit

Okaloosa Island Beach

Okaloosa Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Okaloosa Island Beach
Okaloosa Island Pier which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a beach

Okaloosa Island Pier

Find out about the history of Fort Walton Beach when you take a trip to Okaloosa Island Pier. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its seafood restaurants.

Okaloosa Island Pier
Wild Willy\'s Adventure Zone featuring golf

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

Enjoy fun for the whole family at an entertainment center that offers everything from ropes courses to roller coasters and mini golf.

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
Emerald Coast Science Center showing interior views as well as children

Emerald Coast Science Center

From encountering animals to interacting with science exhibits and having fun with robotics, this Fort Walton attraction offers wide-ranging appeal.

Emerald Coast Science Center
John Beasley Park showing heritage elements

John Beasley Park

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, John Beasley Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.

John Beasley Park
Beautiful

Liza Jackson Park

After visiting Liza Jackson Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Liza Jackson Park

Things to do

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

Dolphin & Sunset Cruises

$40
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Sunset Cruises
SunVenture Cruises Eco-Dolphin Cruise Catamaran

Destin Harbor Sunset Eco Dolphin Cruise

$35
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Destin Harbor Sunset Eco Dolphin Cruise
Beautiful waters of Destin

Jetski Waverunner Rental - Destin

$95
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Jetski Waverunner Rental - Destin
Dolphin Sunset Cruise in Destin with Bathroom on board!

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Dolphin Cruise
Spectacular Sunset Cruise

Spectacular Sunset Cruise

$38
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Spectacular Sunset Cruise
Flippers Adventures Dolphin Cruise

Destin Dolphin Cruise

$30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Destin Dolphin Cruise
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South Bayou Hotel Deals

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500, Fort Walton Beach, FL
$123 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$139 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,879 reviews)
"A great hotel on the Gulf with the most amazing sand. What an amazing find"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard

3 out of 5
100 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach, Miramar Beach, FL
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$76 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,449 reviews)
"Everything is amazing"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin

3 out of 5
573 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL
$95 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$108 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,988 reviews)
"Great stay. Gulf view, clean room, nice staff. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
14051 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL
$89 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$101 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,111 reviews)
"Our stay at Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin was absolutely amazing! The location couldn’t be better — right across from the best beach. The hotel truly has everything you could want or need. We stayed in a spacious suite with a separate bedroom, living room, and a full kitchen with a dining/work ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin

3 out of 5
14060 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$96 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Very nice clean hotel with friendly staff. Close to restaurants. Beach is close. Most things are in walking distance."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Home2 Suites By Hilton Destin
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$378 nightly
The price is $427 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$427 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Incredibly memorable 60th birthday destination. Beautiful place, really top-notch. Great welcoming staff, friendly people throughout. It was like we ride to White Lotus, without all the other drama! I highly recommend."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighborhoods around South Bayou

The Emerald Coast

Northwest

While Northwest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Emerald Coast Science Center and Okaloosa Island Beach.

Northwest
Fort Walton Beach

Cinco Bayou

Travelers like the shopping in Cinco Bayou, and Beltway Shopping Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cinco Bayou
County line pizza #delicious

Ocean City

If you're spending some time in Ocean City, Choctawhatchee Bay and Bel-Air Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean City
Happy hour

Garniers Beach

While Garniers Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Timpoochee Trail and Emerald Coast Science Center.

Garniers Beach
Emerald Coast Science Center

Seabreeze

If you're spending some time in Seabreeze, Emerald Coast Science Center and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.

Seabreeze
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Oakland

If you're spending some time in Oakland, Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Preston Hood Athletic Complex are top sights worth seeing.

Oakland
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