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.

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.

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.

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 lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Northwest

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Absolutely do not Book here. Room was filled with mold and rust. Checked in and checked out the same day.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
The room was clean. The price for breakfast was extremely too pricey.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
The view of the beach was beautiful. Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Na
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach
The staff was wonderful! Very clean hotel !
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
All the staff was very welcoming and very polite. I’ve stayed at this property poor times and never disappointed. Awesome
Reviewed on 10 Apr 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 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.

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 Indian Temple Mound Museum and Okaloosa Island Beach, 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 Bel-Air Shopping Center and Indian Temple Mound Museum.
