Panama City Beach, Florida is a classic Emerald Coast destination known for sugar-white sand, clear Gulf water, and an easy mix of beach days and family-friendly attractions. This location is ideal for guests who want a lively beach vacation with plenty to do beyond the shoreline—shopping, dining, entertainment, and on-the-water experiences are all close by. From here, it’s easy to plan a week that includes everything from pier walks at sunset and dolphin cruises to casual seafood dinners and fun outings at popular local attractions. Panama City Beach also offers convenient access to nearby state parks and nature areas, so you can balance “beach and bustle” with quieter coastal scenery when you want it. Things to See & Do: • Beach & Water: Panama City Beach, Russell-Fields Pier, St. Andrews State Park, Shell Island, Camp Helen State Park, Lake Powell, St. Andrews Bay -- A great mix of Gulf-front beach days, pier sunsets, calm-water bay time, and state-park shoreline escapes. • Museums & Culture: Man in the Sea Museum, Panama City Center for the Arts, Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida, local galleries and seasonal art events -- Great options for a break from the sun—local history, rotating exhibits, and art-focused stops. • Golf: Holiday Golf Club, Hombre Golf Club, Signal Hill Golf Course, Bay Point Golf Club -- Several strong course options nearby, from casual rounds to a more “make a day of it” golf outing. • Outdoor Adventure (Fishing, Hiking, Biking): Conservation Park trails, fishing charters from Panama City Beach marinas, St. Andrews State Park trails, Camp Helen State Park trails, dolphin cruises and boat rentals -- Perfect for getting out on the water, adding a nature walk, or planning a fishing day. • Local Restaurants & Shopping: Panama City Beach is known for convenience—easy dining for every kind of night out, plus big-name shopping and entertainment hubs for quick vacation errands. Whether you’re grabbing a casual bite after the beach or planning a nicer dinner out, you’ll find plenty of options close by. Restaurants: Sharky’s Beachfront Restaurant, Runaway Island, Dusty’s Oyster Bar, Captain Anderson’s Restaurant, Dat Cajun Place Café, Thomas Donut & Snack Shop Shops: Pier Park (shopping + entertainment), PCB local beach stores and outfitters, Gulf Coast Town Center, Panama City Mall (nearby), souvenir shops along Front Beach Road Popular Sites & Activities: • Pier Park (shopping, dining, entertainment) • Russell-Fields Pier (sunset walks and fishing) • St. Andrews State Park (beach + nature) • Shell Island (boat day and snorkeling) • Conservation Park (hiking and nature trails) Annual Festivals & Events: • Seabreeze Jazz Festival (Panama City Beach, spring) • UNwineD (Panama City Beach, spring) • Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally (Panama City Beach, spring) • Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally (Panama City Beach, fall) • Pirates of the High Seas Fest (Panama City Beach, fall) • Panama City Beach Oktoberfest (fall) • New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop (Panama City Beach, winter) • Fourth of July fireworks events (Panama City Beach, summer) • Holiday events and tree lightings (Panama City Beach, winter) We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!