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.
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 seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its seafood restaurants.
Fort Walton Beach Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fort Walton Beach Park, a lovely green space in Fort Walton Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in South Bayou
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
The staff was extremely friendly, the room was awesome nice views. The only downfall was the grotto was closed for maintenance. That was one of the reasons we picked the Resort. So we are going to try it again in the fall.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
The room was old and needed some remodeling the floors needed to be re done the doors needed new seating and the bed just replaced
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
The staff were all professional, courteous, accommodating and friendly. The hotel was lovely and the proximity to the beach was only a f minute walk. The Primrose restaurant was nice, and the food was good. Their single glass of wine selection was limited when it comes to reasonablly price. More ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
Clean. Good location. Friendly staff. Quiet
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Staff was nice. Clean hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
The room was great! But for the first 3 days we had NO hot water and could not shower! Also, one of the main reasons we picked this hotel was it had a hot tub. The hot tub DID NOT work the 4 days of our stay,
Reviewed on 17 Feb 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 Fort Walton Beach Park.
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.
