Title: Cinco Bayou Travel Guide: Best of Cinco Bayou, Fort Walton Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Cinco Bayou](https://expedia.co.uk/Cinco-Bayou-Fort-Walton-Beach-Hotels.0-n553248634998723477-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Cinco Bayou Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cinco-Bayou.d553248634998723477.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cinco Bayou Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cinco-Bayou.d553248634998723477.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Cinco Bayou Travel Guide ## Fort Walton Beach ![Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998723477/93aca726-e4ac-4a6b-a03a-421ede721ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Walton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998723477/93aca726-e4ac-4a6b-a03a-421ede721ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cinco Bayou](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998723477/b311cd01-da84-4e8f-93c8-b249d7f6dd9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cinco Bayou showing a bridge and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998723477/d875373b-f31b-475b-898d-c8792c7a928a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Walton Beach which includes a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998723477/38112685-0cd5-45ca-b67d-06de5df09605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Cinco Bayou Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Fort Walton Beach travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/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 through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaloosa-Island-Beach-Pensacola.d553248635976496855.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. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boardwalk-On-Okaloosa-Island-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621560505609.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 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Emerald-Coast-Convention-Center-Fort-Walton-Beach.d6128040.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 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gulfarium-Marine-Adventure-Park-Fort-Walton-Beach.d6065723.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 through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaloosa-Island-Pier-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621560493217.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.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Park-Fort-Walton-Beach.d553248621558039123.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 £30 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-sunset-cruises.a47221940.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 £32 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/southern-star-dolphin-cruise-in-destin.a49041416.activity-details) ![Clear Kayak Ecotour Destin Ft. Walton Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47004323/d3e82f8b-0a58-479e-aba1-51046457d328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Clear Kayak Ecotour Destin Ft. Walton Beach £51 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/clear-kayak-ecotour-destin-ft-walton-beach.a47004323.activity-details) ![Destin: Buccaneer Pirate Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48872204/9c42bfb4-7ddb-49ca-9bd8-a119728c7e6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Destin: Buccaneer Pirate Cruise £41 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/destin-buccaneer-pirate-cruise.a48872204.activity-details) ![ Destin Dash Scavenger Hunt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2959531/254fa2c7-2cc4-4cf0-ae30-ded2ebf219b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Destin Dash Scavenger Hunt £12 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/destin-dash-scavenger-hunt.a2959531.activity-details) ![Buccaneer Pirate Cruise in Destin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48969218/112f9848-ec89-4422-abdd-d773eb251142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buccaneer Pirate Cruise in Destin £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/buccaneer-pirate-cruise-in-destin.a48969218.activity-details) [See all activities in Fort Walton Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Walton-Beach.d3732.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Cinco Bayou ![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 £74 20 Feb - 21 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,147 reviews) The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the view was wonderful. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=10029&PinnedHotelID=10029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998723477) ![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 £123 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,963 reviews) With an amazing Sunset and nice walking areas around Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=8016&PinnedHotelID=8016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998723477) ![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 £257 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Destin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Everyone was very polite and helpful. The room was as advertised, the restaurants had good food, the walk to the beach is short, the rooftop bar is amazing. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=15192425&PinnedHotelID=15192425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998723477) ![Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73740000/73733900/73733822/5361a5de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin 14051 Emerald Coast Parkway Destin FL £76 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,319 reviews) Clean large room. Great place for dogs. Nice location. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=73733822&PinnedHotelID=73733822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998723477) ![Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1327400/1327325/064aae59_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard 100 Grand Blvd Miramar Beach FL £62 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Miramar Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,590 reviews) This hotel was the whole package. Clean, friendly, great facility set-up and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, movie theater and a grocery store. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=1327325&PinnedHotelID=1327325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998723477) ![Spark by Hilton Destin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/81600/81524/f0b6144e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spark by Hilton Destin 4415 Commons Dr E Destin FL £56 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Destin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (718 reviews) Perfect Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=81524&PinnedHotelID=81524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998723477) [See all 19,637 properties in Cinco Bayou](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634998723477) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Garniers-Beach.dx976217343634165760) ![#greatbuffalowings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/c9833ee3-4384-4fa4-bb0a-acdff70a8193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beal Parkway When in Beal Parkway, you can plan a visit to Timpoochee Trail and Miracle Strip, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Beal-Parkway.dx976219078001950720) ![Ducks](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/db29afb8-de86-4dab-9021-ce7e48c14048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ferry Park While Ferry Park isn't home to many top sights, Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beach Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Ferry-Park.dx976217629534875648) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Miracle Strip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-South-Bayou.dx976216578655952896) ![The Emerald Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3732/48ca1b24-b699-4d19-b3f4-1fd8bd090e7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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