Guidebook for Panama City Beach

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Guidebook for Panama City Beach

Food Scene

Easy walking distance from the house. Let the staff know you are a first-timer and you will get a gift.
74 residents recomanen
Another Broken Egg Cafe
11535 Hutchison Blvd
74 residents recomanen
Easy walking distance from the house. Let the staff know you are a first-timer and you will get a gift.
Local favorite with national notoriety. Get there early, it fills up fast.
97 residents recomanen
Andy's Flour Power Cafe-Bakery
2629 Thomas Dr
97 residents recomanen
Local favorite with national notoriety. Get there early, it fills up fast.
One of my favorite's. "Nothing Fried except the Cooks" is their motto. Also serving mimosas and bloody Mary's.
90 residents recomanen
Liza's Kitchen
7328 Thomas Dr
90 residents recomanen
One of my favorite's. "Nothing Fried except the Cooks" is their motto. Also serving mimosas and bloody Mary's.
Casual breakfast and brunch. Great service with unique dishes.
32 residents recomanen
First Watch
11160 Panama City Beach Pkwy
32 residents recomanen
Casual breakfast and brunch. Great service with unique dishes.
Across the street from the Navy base. Pick up a nice breakfast in a quiet restaurant.
13 residents recomanen
Taylor's Breakfast and Lunch
1114 Thomas Dr
13 residents recomanen
Across the street from the Navy base. Pick up a nice breakfast in a quiet restaurant.
A short distance from the house. This place features A huge aquarium provides the backdrop for this grill offering steaks, seafood & piano bar music.
205 residents recomanen
Saltwater Grill
11040 Hutchison Blvd
205 residents recomanen
A short distance from the house. This place features A huge aquarium provides the backdrop for this grill offering steaks, seafood & piano bar music.
Located on Front Beach and on Thomas Drive. Both locations provide a fun atmosphere for eating, enjoying the margarita bar or playing on the patio.
161 residents recomanen
Diego's Burrito Factory & Margarita Bar
15514 Front Beach Rd
161 residents recomanen
Located on Front Beach and on Thomas Drive. Both locations provide a fun atmosphere for eating, enjoying the margarita bar or playing on the patio.
A local and tourist favorite and staple of Panama City. Get their early and watch the fishing fleets unload their catch.
184 residents recomanen
Capt. Anderson's Restaurant
5551 N Lagoon Dr
184 residents recomanen
A local and tourist favorite and staple of Panama City. Get their early and watch the fishing fleets unload their catch.
Sushi, sashimi & hibachi are the focus at this Japanese eatery with cozy booths & dark-wood decor.
40 residents recomanen
Shan Kishi
13800 Panama City Beach Pkwy
40 residents recomanen
Sushi, sashimi & hibachi are the focus at this Japanese eatery with cozy booths & dark-wood decor.
Romantic seafood spot offering dining under a lit-up oak tree plus a creative menu & full bar
240 residents recomanen
Firefly
535 N Richard Jackson Blvd
240 residents recomanen
Romantic seafood spot offering dining under a lit-up oak tree plus a creative menu & full bar
This restaurant and oyster bar is a local favorite that ranges from the upscale downstairs restaurant to the casual, open-air upstairs restaurant.
148 residents recomanen
The Grand Marlin
5323 N Lagoon Dr
148 residents recomanen
This restaurant and oyster bar is a local favorite that ranges from the upscale downstairs restaurant to the casual, open-air upstairs restaurant.
Red meat stars at this institution with a fireplace & stone walls plus a tavern with live music
11 residents recomanen
The Boars Head Restaurant & Tavern
17290 Front Beach Rd
11 residents recomanen
Red meat stars at this institution with a fireplace & stone walls plus a tavern with live music
If you are looking for delicious steamed seafood you have come to the right place! In their first year in Panama City Beach, they shot to the top of Yelp’s Top 10 Seafood Markets in Panama City Beach, and Florida Trip Guides placed us as the #1 Seafood Restaurant in Panama City Beach!
17 residents recomanen
Local Steamer Seafood Market
14656 Front Beach Rd
17 residents recomanen
If you are looking for delicious steamed seafood you have come to the right place! In their first year in Panama City Beach, they shot to the top of Yelp’s Top 10 Seafood Markets in Panama City Beach, and Florida Trip Guides placed us as the #1 Seafood Restaurant in Panama City Beach!
Buddy's is a retail seafood market and takeout steam bar. They offer a variety of sizes of wild caught Florida shrimp that they also steam and season to order. They offer many types of fish including Scamp, Red and Black Groupers and Snappers, Yellow fin tuna and others depending on the local availability.
39 residents recomanen
Buddy's Seafood Market
111 S FL-79
39 residents recomanen
Buddy's is a retail seafood market and takeout steam bar. They offer a variety of sizes of wild caught Florida shrimp that they also steam and season to order. They offer many types of fish including Scamp, Red and Black Groupers and Snappers, Yellow fin tuna and others depending on the local availability.
No shirt or shoes required! Serving up seafood, sandwiches, surf & sunshine! Relax on our open-air bar or take a dip in the beachfront pool.
43 residents recomanen
Barefoot On The Beach Bar and Grill
11073 Front Beach Rd
43 residents recomanen
No shirt or shoes required! Serving up seafood, sandwiches, surf & sunshine! Relax on our open-air bar or take a dip in the beachfront pool.
Unpretentious, New York–inspired pizzeria with whole pies & slices, plus a full bar & a patio.
48 residents recomanen
Nick's Slice Of Brooklyn Pizzeria And Bar
13528 Front Beach Rd
48 residents recomanen
Unpretentious, New York–inspired pizzeria with whole pies & slices, plus a full bar & a patio.
Casual eatery with beach views & patio seating featuring burgers, seafood & steaks.
37 residents recomanen
Harpoon Harry's Beachfront Restaurant
12627 Front Beach Rd
37 residents recomanen
Casual eatery with beach views & patio seating featuring burgers, seafood & steaks.
This seafood joint known for their raw bar selection dishes up oysters, crab & other casual chow.
147 residents recomanen
Dusty's Oyster Bar
16450 Front Beach Rd
147 residents recomanen
This seafood joint known for their raw bar selection dishes up oysters, crab & other casual chow.
Neighborhood eatery offering standard surf 'n' turf specialties in casual digs with outdoor seating.
7 residents recomanen
Scampy's Seafood & Steaks
4933 Thomas Dr
7 residents recomanen
Neighborhood eatery offering standard surf 'n' turf specialties in casual digs with outdoor seating.
Laid-back waterfront bar & seafood spot offering sunset views, live music & late-night hours.
342 residents recomanen
Schooners
5121 Gulf Dr
342 residents recomanen
Laid-back waterfront bar & seafood spot offering sunset views, live music & late-night hours.
Casual American grill by day, rollicking club at night with live music, DJs & dancing.
69 residents recomanen
Spinnaker Beachside Grill
8795 Thomas Dr
69 residents recomanen
Casual American grill by day, rollicking club at night with live music, DJs & dancing.
Lotus cafe offers a health conscious menu using all natural and organic ingredients. Their menu includes juices and smoothies, seafood and chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, wraps and more.
28 residents recomanen
Lotus Cafe & Juice Bar At Zen Garden
707 Richard Jackson Blvd
28 residents recomanen
Lotus cafe offers a health conscious menu using all natural and organic ingredients. Their menu includes juices and smoothies, seafood and chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, wraps and more.

Drinks & Nightlife

Watering hole with a biker vibe, patio seating & classic pub-grub menu, plus pool & shuffleboard.
49 residents recomanen
Salty Goat Saloon
13006 Front Beach Rd
49 residents recomanen
Watering hole with a biker vibe, patio seating & classic pub-grub menu, plus pool & shuffleboard.
Club La Vela is the largest nightclub in the USA with a total capacity of almost 6,000 people. 10 theme rooms feature award-winning signature designs to create a unique vibe and an unforgettable ambiance. There is something for everybody with live DJs, bands and other entertainment covering multiple genres of music.
63 residents recomanen
Club La Vela
8813 Thomas Dr
63 residents recomanen
Club La Vela is the largest nightclub in the USA with a total capacity of almost 6,000 people. 10 theme rooms feature award-winning signature designs to create a unique vibe and an unforgettable ambiance. There is something for everybody with live DJs, bands and other entertainment covering multiple genres of music.

Parks & Nature

With the Gulf on one side and St. Andrews Bay on the other, those that crave swimming, snorkeling or surfing will be more than satisfied
465 residents recomanen
Parc Estatal de St. Andrews
4607 State Park Ln
465 residents recomanen
With the Gulf on one side and St. Andrews Bay on the other, those that crave swimming, snorkeling or surfing will be more than satisfied
Frank Brown Park is a 200-acre outdoor recreation facility in Panama City Beach, Florida. The park hosts various sporting events throughout the year, and has facilities available for public use.
122 residents recomanen
Frank Brown Park
16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy
122 residents recomanen
Frank Brown Park is a 200-acre outdoor recreation facility in Panama City Beach, Florida. The park hosts various sporting events throughout the year, and has facilities available for public use.
Camp Helen State Park is a place where visitors can explore an environment rich in natural and cultural resources. The park is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and by Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in Florida.
155 residents recomanen
Camp Helen State Park
23937 Panama City Beach Pkwy
155 residents recomanen
Camp Helen State Park is a place where visitors can explore an environment rich in natural and cultural resources. The park is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and by Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in Florida.
70-acre park featuring open lawn areas, paved walkways, a veterans' memorial & a stage for concerts.
11 residents recomanen
Panama City Beach Oktoberfest
500 West Park Drive
11 residents recomanen
70-acre park featuring open lawn areas, paved walkways, a veterans' memorial & a stage for concerts.
A favorite destination for locals and tourist, the PCB Conservation Park offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor recreation. Encompassing over 2900 acres, the Conservation Park has 24 miles of trails and over a mile of boardwalks that lead thru Cypress domes. The trails range anywhere from 0.6 miles up to 11 miles, with 12 different trails to choose from.
88 residents recomanen
Conservation Park
100 Conservation Drive
88 residents recomanen
A favorite destination for locals and tourist, the PCB Conservation Park offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor recreation. Encompassing over 2900 acres, the Conservation Park has 24 miles of trails and over a mile of boardwalks that lead thru Cypress domes. The trails range anywhere from 0.6 miles up to 11 miles, with 12 different trails to choose from.

Sightseeing

The “Sea Dragon” Pirate Cruise is one of Panama City Beach’s premier vacation attractions. Their 2 hour cruises offer something for everyone in your family. They provide an exceptional sightseeing experience of the waters, shoreline and wildlife near the entrance to St. Andrews Bay. The captain will point out numerous species of birds and fish during the cruise and if you’re lucky he’ll scream out, “There she blows!” as you spot some of our playful bottled nosed dolphins.
101 residents recomanen
Creuer dels Pirates del Drac del Mar
5325 N Lagoon Dr
101 residents recomanen
The “Sea Dragon” Pirate Cruise is one of Panama City Beach’s premier vacation attractions. Their 2 hour cruises offer something for everyone in your family. They provide an exceptional sightseeing experience of the waters, shoreline and wildlife near the entrance to St. Andrews Bay. The captain will point out numerous species of birds and fish during the cruise and if you’re lucky he’ll scream out, “There she blows!” as you spot some of our playful bottled nosed dolphins.
A large selection of sightseeing tours and prices. Panhandle Helicopter is a family-owned business whose primary focus is the safety and enjoyment of everyone
46 residents recomanen
Panhandle Helicopter
17711 Front Beach Rd
46 residents recomanen
A large selection of sightseeing tours and prices. Panhandle Helicopter is a family-owned business whose primary focus is the safety and enjoyment of everyone
The Sea Screamer Cruise is an exciting way to experience the beauty of Panama City Beach. The spacious and comfortable twin turbo powered 73-foot boat offers a smooth yet thrilling ride, unlike any other. While taking in the beautiful scenery, tour throughout the Shell Island waters and near the State Park area jetties then go for a refreshing 10-mile ride alongside the world’s most beautiful beaches and resorts.
134 residents recomanen
Sea Screamer
3605 Thomas Dr
134 residents recomanen
The Sea Screamer Cruise is an exciting way to experience the beauty of Panama City Beach. The spacious and comfortable twin turbo powered 73-foot boat offers a smooth yet thrilling ride, unlike any other. While taking in the beautiful scenery, tour throughout the Shell Island waters and near the State Park area jetties then go for a refreshing 10-mile ride alongside the world’s most beautiful beaches and resorts.
The Official Shell Island Shuttle carries passengers between St. Andrews State Park and Shell Island 1/2 hour during the season, 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (may vary spring and fall) We also offer a snorkel package and kayak rentals. STAY ALL DAY OR JUST ONE HOUR!! DURING SPRING AND FALL CALL 850-235-4004 FOR HOURS OF OPERATION.
46 residents recomanen
Shell Island Shuttle
5709 North Lagoon Drive
46 residents recomanen
The Official Shell Island Shuttle carries passengers between St. Andrews State Park and Shell Island 1/2 hour during the season, 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (may vary spring and fall) We also offer a snorkel package and kayak rentals. STAY ALL DAY OR JUST ONE HOUR!! DURING SPRING AND FALL CALL 850-235-4004 FOR HOURS OF OPERATION.
You pilot your own Waverunner, following the top tour guide on the beach. The jet ski dolphin tour is a 20 mile adventure covering the waters of Grand Lagoon, St. Andrew’s Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The waverunner tour provides you the opportunity to swim with dolphins.
Sunshine Water Sports PC - Jet Ski Rentals
5709 N Lagoon Dr
You pilot your own Waverunner, following the top tour guide on the beach. The jet ski dolphin tour is a 20 mile adventure covering the waters of Grand Lagoon, St. Andrew’s Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The waverunner tour provides you the opportunity to swim with dolphins.
Scenic 30-A runs through long-leaf pine flatwoods, along the white sand beach and sea oat-covered dunes, past freshwater coastal lakes and saltwater inlets, over sand hills and coastal uplands, along wetlands and marshes, through hardwood hammocks and coastal scrub. Our area is known for the shimmering brilliance of the Gulf of Mexico and her white sand beaches. But it is the beauty of our landscape and its native plants and animals that are second to none.
30A Country Club Dr
30A Country Club Drive
Scenic 30-A runs through long-leaf pine flatwoods, along the white sand beach and sea oat-covered dunes, past freshwater coastal lakes and saltwater inlets, over sand hills and coastal uplands, along wetlands and marshes, through hardwood hammocks and coastal scrub. Our area is known for the shimmering brilliance of the Gulf of Mexico and her white sand beaches. But it is the beauty of our landscape and its native plants and animals that are second to none.

Shopping

Pier Park is Panama City Beach’s premier shopping and entertainment destination. Serving the Panama City Beach and 30A community, this outdoor complex boasts 124 stores, ranging from clothing for the whole family to home goods, shoes and jewelry. Pier Park also offers many exciting dining options. No matter what you’re in the mood for, Pier Park has the variety that puts the all in mall. Choose your adventures at a variety of entertainment venues from the Grand IMAX movie theater, to laser tag and live music, Pier Park is your destination for fun, food and fantastic shopping all near one of the country’s most beautiful beaches.
625 residents recomanen
Pier Park
625 residents recomanen
Pier Park is Panama City Beach’s premier shopping and entertainment destination. Serving the Panama City Beach and 30A community, this outdoor complex boasts 124 stores, ranging from clothing for the whole family to home goods, shoes and jewelry. Pier Park also offers many exciting dining options. No matter what you’re in the mood for, Pier Park has the variety that puts the all in mall. Choose your adventures at a variety of entertainment venues from the Grand IMAX movie theater, to laser tag and live music, Pier Park is your destination for fun, food and fantastic shopping all near one of the country’s most beautiful beaches.

Essentials

175 residents recomanen
Walmart Supercenter
10270 Front Beach Rd
175 residents recomanen
175 residents recomanen
Walmart Supercenter
10270 Front Beach Rd
175 residents recomanen

Entertainment & Activities

Tropical gardens plus shark feedings, dolphin encounters & sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows.
348 residents recomanen
Gulf World Marine Park
15412 Front Beach Rd
348 residents recomanen
Tropical gardens plus shark feedings, dolphin encounters & sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows.
Zoo focusing on conservation with over 260 animals plus programs & shows in a tropical setting.
217 residents recomanen
ZooWorld Zoological Conservatory
9008 Front Beach Rd
217 residents recomanen
Zoo focusing on conservation with over 260 animals plus programs & shows in a tropical setting.
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
306 residents recomanen
Ripley's Believe It Or Not
9907 Front Beach Rd
306 residents recomanen
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
Attraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride.
279 residents recomanen
WonderWorks Panama City Beach
9910 Front Beach Rd
279 residents recomanen
Attraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride.
Attractions including waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool & rapids fill this tropical-style park.
303 residents recomanen
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
12201 Hutchison Blvd
303 residents recomanen
Attractions including waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool & rapids fill this tropical-style park.
Amusement park with a steep go-kart track plus a roller coaster, arcade games & backlight mini-golf.
67 residents recomanen
Race City PCB
9523 Front Beach Rd
67 residents recomanen
Amusement park with a steep go-kart track plus a roller coaster, arcade games & backlight mini-golf.
Indoor/outdoor amusement park with go-karts, mini-golf, an arcade, extreme rides & more.
41 residents recomanen
Cobra Adventure Park
9323 Front Beach Rd
41 residents recomanen
Indoor/outdoor amusement park with go-karts, mini-golf, an arcade, extreme rides & more.
Bowling alley boasting a roller skating rink, arcade & billiards plus a bar & grill.
115 residents recomanen
Rock'it Lanes
513 N Richard Jackson Blvd
115 residents recomanen
Bowling alley boasting a roller skating rink, arcade & billiards plus a bar & grill.
Just Jump Trampoline Park is proud of its latest location in Panama City Beach, Florida! The 30,000-square-foot facility is packed full of family fun with a large open jump area with a tumble track, TWO Soc-Air courts, dodgeball, basketball, a double trapeze and Gladiator Pit. The Ninja Course and Air Bag have the latest technology and unique designs. The Kiddie Area is perfect for jumpers who are 6 and under and has a huge play structure, separate trampolines, foam pit, climbing wall and a basketball goal.
50 residents recomanen
Just Jump Trampoline Park
11220 Hutchison Blvd
50 residents recomanen
Just Jump Trampoline Park is proud of its latest location in Panama City Beach, Florida! The 30,000-square-foot facility is packed full of family fun with a large open jump area with a tumble track, TWO Soc-Air courts, dodgeball, basketball, a double trapeze and Gladiator Pit. The Ninja Course and Air Bag have the latest technology and unique designs. The Kiddie Area is perfect for jumpers who are 6 and under and has a huge play structure, separate trampolines, foam pit, climbing wall and a basketball goal.
"Kartona The Electric Speedway" offers high speed kart racing that is unlike any other go-kart experience in the area. Their all electric premium racing karts are performance vehicles that are very expensive. Spread out Away from other racers and give yourself room to maneuver.
37 residents recomanen
Kartona Electric Speedway
7125 US-98
37 residents recomanen
"Kartona The Electric Speedway" offers high speed kart racing that is unlike any other go-kart experience in the area. Their all electric premium racing karts are performance vehicles that are very expensive. Spread out Away from other racers and give yourself room to maneuver.