Kenwood 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.
Things to do

Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico

Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin

4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion

Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin

Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Top hotels in Kenwood

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Walton Beach Eglin Area by IHG
The room was clean, the breakfast is fine but needs more fresh fruit options, and the two coffee machines are a great addition but one stopped working and there was only one available for everyone, which was not enough at all! Maybe have brewed coffee already made for quick and efficient access. ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Not very sound proof rooms. You can hear the neighbors, elevators, and ice machines. Pool music plays til 11 on weekends so if you have a room that faces the pool, it will be loud until that time. That wasn’t as issue for us, but for families with small children, it would be hard for them to sleep. ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
The restaurant was my only complaint! The food is overpriced and the quality wasn’t good! We ordered breakfast and I was really disappointed with the temperature and quality
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
I love this property so much this will be the only place I stay. Very kid friendly and staff is so professional and kind.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
I think the resort should be advertised as a partial ocean view as the rooms do not have a direct view of the ocean.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Staff was friendly and professional. My room was facing the courtyard area and it was very loud. People were around the pool area until 1:00 am.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kenwood

Ocean City
While visiting Ocean City, you might make a stop by sights like Choctawhatchee Bay and Bel-Air Shopping Center.

Wright
While Wright 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 Santa Rosa Mall.

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 Timpoochee Trail and Okaloosa Island Beach.

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 Timpoochee Trail.

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

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.

