Things to do in Panama City Beach

Activities, attractions and tours

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A sandy beach with beach chairs and umbrellas, a wooden structure, and a yellow building with balconies.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
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Things to do

Sunset Cruise and Dolphin Watch

Sunset Cruise and Dolphin Watch

HK$219
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise and Dolphin Watch
Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach

Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach

HK$545
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach

Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach

HK$353
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour

90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour

HK$353
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour
Panama City Beach: Sunset Cruise with Dolphin Watching

Panama City Beach: Sunset Cruise with Dolphin Watching

HK$314
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City Beach: Sunset Cruise with Dolphin Watching
Shell Island Nature & Marine Viewing Tour

Shell Island Nature & Marine Viewing Tour

HK$266
per adult
Shell Island Nature & Marine Viewing Tour
Panama City Beach: 90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour

Panama City Beach: 90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour

HK$343
per adult
Panama City Beach: 90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour
3 Hour Dolphin Snorkeling and Shell Key Adventure

3 Hour Dolphin Snorkeling and Shell Key Adventure St. Pete Beach

HK$470
per adult
3 Hour Dolphin Snorkeling and Shell Key Adventure St. Pete Beach
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry

From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry

HK$219
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
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Pier Park

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Pier Park offers Caribbean-inspired architecture with over 120 shops and dining options along Panama City Beach. Enjoy sunset shopping followed by dinner and a ride on the SkyWheel for panoramic Gulf Coast views.
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Where to stay in Panama City Beach

Find the best Panama City Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Lower Grand Lagoon

While visiting Lower Grand Lagoon, you might make a stop by sights like St. Andrews State Park and Thomas Drive.

A beach with white sand, ocean waves, and a row of beachfront houses with balconies.

Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.

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Seacrest

Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

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Inlet Beach

Inlet Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park.

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Seacrest Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Seacrest Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach.

A coastal residential area with beachfront properties, a sandy beach, and a clear blue ocean.

Santa Rosa Beach

A beach with people walking, a sandy shore, and a city skyline with tall buildings in the background.

Panama City

A beach with a red-roofed building, a thatched structure, and palm trees.

Upper Grand Lagoon

Frequently asked questions

Is Panama City Beach worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Panama City Beach is explore Panama City Beaches. Tick this leading attraction off your list, then experience more of the area's coastal beaches and golfing.
How do I spend a day in Panama City Beach?
Panama City Beaches and Frank Brown Park are two awesome places to kick-start your holiday adventures. Be sure to explore the shopping and dining options in Panama City Beach while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Panama City Beach?
Panama City Beaches is one of the top tourist attractions in Panama City Beach and should be high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Panama City Beach?
You can easily tick off top sights like Panama City Beaches, Russell-Fields Pier and Gulf World Marine Park with a three-day getaway in Panama City Beach. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a while longer and check out Panama City.
Is Panama City Beach a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Panama City Beach is a good destination to explore on foot. Enjoy wandering between Panama City Beaches and Coconut Creek Family Fun Park. Then take a stroll around Long Beach, located 0.48 kilometres from the centre, and The Pines, which is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Panama City Beach with kids?
Planning what to do in Panama City Beach with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're holidaying with little ones or teenagers, there are lots of family-friendly attractions to keep them happy here.

What to do in Panama City Beach for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Panama City Beach, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Cedar Hammock or Museum of Man in the Sea.
Are there free things to do in Panama City Beach?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Panama City Beach is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without reaching into your pocket. Panama City Beaches is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.