Title: Visit Northwest: Best of Northwest, Fort Walton Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northwest](https://expedia.ca/Northwest-Hotels.d976223779271462912.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northwest Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northwest.d976223779271462912.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northwest Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Northwest.d976223779271462912.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northwest ## Fort Walton Beach ![The Emerald Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/48ca1b24-b699-4d19-b3f4-1fd8bd090e7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Emerald Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/48ca1b24-b699-4d19-b3f4-1fd8bd090e7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![My birthday view this year! Ha da fantastic time at Fort Walton Beach and out on the town in the evenings. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/534a23d0-ba39-426d-9d7b-6944dbebfd31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Before some bad weather. Beautiful day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/564b3a74-6a76-4599-891e-4d7651cfc0fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northwest Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Fort Walton Beach travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Walton-Beach.dx3732) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496855/f6cbb6a4-cebe-4f24-bee2-dc254b687eb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okaloosa Island Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Okaloosa Island Beach during your trip to Fort Walton Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Okaloosa-Island-Beach-Pensacola.d553248635976496855.Vacation-Attraction) ![Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505609/928ca27f-2e99-4b01-bfc7-5993074c22f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island After visiting Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Walton Beach. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Boardwalk-On-Okaloosa-Island-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621560505609.Vacation-Attraction) ![FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128040/2f0f701f-1171-4c2f-a89d-f77fac0d6c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center Learn about the events happening at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center during your trip to Fort Walton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Emerald-Coast-Convention-Center-Fort-Walton-Beach.d6128040.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fort Walton Beach_Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park_6065723_02 copy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065723/da5d05e0-f047-420d-a160-f14c3185c4af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park during your visit to Fort Walton Beach. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Gulfarium-Marine-Adventure-Park-Fort-Walton-Beach.d6065723.Vacation-Attraction) ![Okaloosa Island Pier which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560493217/67de52dd-8192-495f-b2f1-1bc528f429ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Okaloosa-Island-Pier-Okaloosa-Island.d553248621560493217.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fort Walton Beach_Fort Walton Beach Park_553248621558039123_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558039123/37730e34-598f-4403-933c-2cd3c39a52ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Walton-Beach-Park-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621558039123.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Dolphin & Sunset Cruises](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47221940/e1b6157b-bf4e-4208-bfec-d311db55d224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin & Sunset Cruises CA $55 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-sunset-cruises.a47221940.activity-details) ![Destin: Buccaneer Pirate Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48872204/58f3b3dd-c58b-42b6-af31-a65d7630c1a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Destin: Buccaneer Pirate Cruise CA $76 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/destin-buccaneer-pirate-cruise.a48872204.activity-details) ![Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49041416/8c98bdbe-fd66-4e65-badc-c992c285f985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southern Star Dolphin Cruise in Destin CA $59 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/southern-star-dolphin-cruise-in-destin.a49041416.activity-details) [See all activities in Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Northwest Hotel Deals ![The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8016/cdb39e06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL CA $184 CA $258 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,974 reviews) The room itself was fine, however we had to call to get the heat/AC and TV fixed Also had to request sufficient towels. The grotto pool was closed for repairs 😣. Didn't appreciate the resort fee or parking fee. Other than that everything was fine. Right on the beach! Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=8016&PinnedHotelID=8016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976223779271462912) ![Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10100/10029/46cb556a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Garden Fort Walton Beach Destin 573 Santa Rosa Blvd Fort Walton Beach FL CA $196 CA $221 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,170 reviews) I absolutely love this hotel and all.of the staff! Breathtaking views and friendliest people ❤️ We will be back next year! Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=10029&PinnedHotelID=10029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976223779271462912) ![The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15192500/15192425/939ecd5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa 200 Henderson Resort Way Destin FL CA $381 CA $507 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) All around great resort for any occasion!!! 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