Panama City Beach

Travel Guide
Panama City Beach
Panama City Beach is known for its soft white sand and sparkling waters, and thriving surf culture and stunning beaches.

Panama City Beach, along Florida’s Emerald Coast, has 27 miles (43.5 kilometers) of beautiful green water, crystal-quartz beaches, abundant sea life and many family-oriented attractions.

Walk along one of America’s most picturesque beaches or hang out in a local café. While it has undergone a period of rapid development in recent years, and high rises now dot the skyline, Panama City Beach still retains a laid-back atmosphere.

Surfers and sunbathers alike will find top spots to do their thing. If you’re not content to simply hit the surf, there are plenty of places to organize extreme sports excursions or rent a boat. Go parasailing, ride a Jet Ski or board a sailing boat.

Kids will love the many fun and water parks in town. Play golf and navigate the maze at Coconut Creek Family Fun Park or zoom down a slide at Shipwreck Island Water Park. To see some wildlife, take a trip to the ZooWorld Zoological Conservatory. If you’re in the town center and want a place to relax or kick a ball, check out Frank Brown Park. There are baseball and soccer fields, plenty of spaces for picnics, and the Panama City Beach Aquatic Center.

To explore less-developed parts of the shoreline, head to St. Andrews State Park. There are trails through the dunes, plenty of near-deserted beaches, the Grand Lagoon, and even camping grounds. For something a little more relaxed, hop on a tour boat to see some of the area’s famous sites. Spot dolphins as you head over to Shell Island. Small and deserted, it’s a place to collect shells, swim and fish. You can even renr a pontoon for the day.

Panama City Beach attracts thousands of vacationers every year. With a beach to match any other in the country, activities for leisure and thrill seekers alike, and an addictive beach-bum vibe, there’s no reason to wonder why.

Where to stay in Panama City Beach

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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.

Rosemary 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.

Inlet Beach
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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.

Seacrest Beach
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WaterSound Beach

While visiting WaterSound Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Seacrest Beach and South Walton Beaches.

WaterSound Beach
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Alys Beach

While visiting Alys Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach.

Alys Beach
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Long Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Ripley's Believe It or Not and Rockit Lanes.

Long Beach
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
2 out of 5
21905 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL
The price is HK$689 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
HK$689
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,249 reviews)
"We had a room with an extra room that had another bed and tv. Bathroom was accessible from both rooms. The space was great and the view was spot on. It had a full size fridge and a small sink plus coffee machine and microwave. This was perfect for our stay. The hotel could use a little bit of updating ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Bikini Beach Resort
Bikini Beach Resort
2.5 out of 5
11001 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL
The price is HK$810 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
HK$810
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,553 reviews)
"The room could have been a little more clean , stains on walls and smelled a little moldy. But the amenities like the pool made it all worth it, heated pool and the beach access was right there !"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Bikini Beach Resort
Radisson Panama City Beach - Oceanfront
Radisson Panama City Beach - Oceanfront
3 out of 5
15325 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL
The price is HK$891 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
HK$891
per night
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,409 reviews)
Lovely Vacation
"Everything was a good vibe we loved the jet tube and everything else about the room we will definitely come back again."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Radisson Panama City Beach - Oceanfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Origin at Seahaven
Origin at Seahaven
4.5 out of 5
15100 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a refrigerator. Popular attractions Pier Park and Hidden Lagoon ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
"Property’s surrounding very noisy, unsafe"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Origin at Seahaven
Majestic Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals
Majestic Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals
3.5 out of 5
10901 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and an onsite convenience store. Popular attractions Pier Park and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,607 reviews)
"The amenities, the view and being right on the beach was incredible. Everyone there was super friendly. I would stay again. However, the communication about how to enter the outer door and inner was not clear. Security had to assist because the 800 number people were giving me the codes incorrectly. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2024

Majestic Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals
Emerald Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals
Emerald Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals
3.5 out of 5
14700 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pier Park and Hidden Lagoon Golf ...
7.4/10 Good! (748 reviews)
"Everything is clos"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2023

Emerald Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Panama City Beach

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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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1 - Terrible
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
12 Feb 2020

Wollten Minigolf spielen, das war so teuer, dass wir es sein liessen. Für eine 4-köpfige Familie 60 Dollar. Etwas zum Essen zu finden ist nicht ganz einfach. Es wimmelt von Hamburger-Schuppen, aber als Westeuropäer hat man das irgendwann gesehen

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 May 2019

Lovely beaches, lots of hotels and restaurants, St Andrews State Park was amazing, good base for exploring further east down the coast.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
21 Apr 2019

Looks like the ideal beach and location for teenagers/young adults. There are so many buildings right up along the beach. We prefer the other beaches in the area for our young family.