South Bayou Travel Guide
Fort Walton Beach
Visit South Bayou
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 seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Destin: Parasailing Flight Above the Gulf of Mexico
4 Hour Destin Harbor Crab Island Excursion
Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin
Dolphin and Sunset tour aboard the Hydro Rocket
Top hotels in South Bayou
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
"Comfortable well decorated unit. Tv options should be simplified to 1 tv remote system like hotels have."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
"A/C in the restaurant was set to high and people was sweating. They did lower it so I was fine by the time we were done eating ."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
"Overall, this was a pleasant place to stay. The pool and hot tub were enjoyable and well maintained. One concern that appeared to be shared by several guests was the wait time for the elevator, which could be quite lengthy at times. Additionally, the room would benefit from improved lighting, as ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin
"Staff was very helpful and accommodating. View is fantastic! Loved the pool"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Destin Miramar Beach
"Wonderful staff clean rooms short walk to the beach but they will drive you most of the way in the golf cart during hours"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
"Friendly staff, clean hotel. Recently stayed here on a girls trip and it was fantastic, food was great, close to the beach, entertainment. Would come here again!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Bayou
Okaloosa Island
Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Okaloosa Island Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.
Downtown Fort Walton Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, Miracle Strip and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.
Seabreeze
While visiting Seabreeze, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Coast Science Center and Miracle Strip.
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.
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 Fort Walton Beach Golf Club and Okaloosa Island Beach.
