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.
Things to do
Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion
Crab Island Explorer Catamaran Tours to Crab Island
3 Hour Crab Island Tour from Destin Non-Private with Floats
Top hotels in Northwest
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
This hotel is rated as a 4 star but it did not feel like it. The parking is tight and there is barely any parking near your room. People were smoking weed every single day and I could smell it in the hallway and outside the grounds AND cigarette smells on the beach. This was supposed to be a family ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
We really enjoyed our stay and how clean the room was and how fast the staff brought supplies.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
Most beautiful view, the room was extremely clean and the staff is very friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on 13 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
Clean, friendly and convenient
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Destin near Henderson Beach
The best
Reviewed on 13 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 Timpoochee Trail.
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 Timpoochee Trail 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 Timpoochee Trail and Okaloosa Island Beach.
