Food scene
If you crave Waffle House style food but you'd rather walk than drive, then head over to Mr BG's Diner. Prices are more than reasonable and flavor compares to Waffle House.
Mr BG's Diner
14664 Front Beach RoadIf you crave Waffle House style food but you'd rather walk than drive, then head over to Mr BG's Diner. Prices are more than reasonable and flavor compares to Waffle House.
Walk across the street to this tasty beach front restaurant. They play Live music on a few days during the week. Check their website for an updated entertainment list.
195 locals recommend
Runaway Island
14521 Front Beach RdWalk across the street to this tasty beach front restaurant. They play Live music on a few days during the week. Check their website for an updated entertainment list.
Turn right on Front Beach Rd and you will be about a mile from Pier Park. It's a hub for great shopping and dining. You can watch movies or ride the Ferris wheel.
158 locals recommend
Pier Park Drive
Pier Park DriveTurn right on Front Beach Rd and you will be about a mile from Pier Park. It's a hub for great shopping and dining. You can watch movies or ride the Ferris wheel.
Starbucks
14700 Front Beach RdLocated inside the Wyndham so you can walk to get your Starbucks fix!
Probably one of the best brisket sandwiches you will ever have! It has a large selection of meat choices and you can get large sides to share with everyone. Check out their condiment bar!
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Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
14501 Panama City Beach ParkwayProbably one of the best brisket sandwiches you will ever have! It has a large selection of meat choices and you can get large sides to share with everyone. Check out their condiment bar!
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This place is small but they offer Florida wines and after hours wine tastings for small groups. Book in advance.
42 locals recommend
Panama City Beach Winery
8730 Thomas DrThis place is small but they offer Florida wines and after hours wine tastings for small groups. Book in advance.
The famous Pineapple Willy's is located on the east end of Panama City Beach. They have great food and ocean front views. Be aware that parking can often be difficult in peak season.
308 locals recommend
Pineapple Willy's Restaurant
9875 S Thomas DrThe famous Pineapple Willy's is located on the east end of Panama City Beach. They have great food and ocean front views. Be aware that parking can often be difficult in peak season.
Sightseeing
Swim with the dolphins! No beach vacation is complete without playing with "flipper". You are encouraged to buy your tickets in advance.
348 locals recommend
Gulf World Marine Park
15412 Front Beach RdSwim with the dolphins! No beach vacation is complete without playing with "flipper". You are encouraged to buy your tickets in advance.
Take a romantic turn on this PCB Ferris wheel or maybe just catch some good views with friends. Located inside Pier Park.
83 locals recommend
SkyWheel Panama City Beach
15700 L C Hilton Jr DrTake a romantic turn on this PCB Ferris wheel or maybe just catch some good views with friends. Located inside Pier Park.
This 7 mile long barrier island is part of St. Andrew's State Park. You can reach it by the official Shell Island Shuttle. There are pristine beaches perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Birdwatchers can hike the inland portions of the island to see local birds, flora, and fauna. Kayaking is available those that like water adventures. Cyclists can rent bikes at the St. Andrew's Park Campground Camp Store and wind around the trails.
138 locals recommend
Shell Island
This 7 mile long barrier island is part of St. Andrew's State Park. You can reach it by the official Shell Island Shuttle. There are pristine beaches perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Birdwatchers can hike the inland portions of the island to see local birds, flora, and fauna. Kayaking is available those that like water adventures. Cyclists can rent bikes at the St. Andrew's Park Campground Camp Store and wind around the trails.
This beautiful isle requires a boat ride to access it. Undeveloped and full of natural wonders, this is sure to impress.
138 locals recommend
Shell Island
This beautiful isle requires a boat ride to access it. Undeveloped and full of natural wonders, this is sure to impress.
Entertainment
Bowling is almost a vacation requirement. You should be able to find some space amongst its 24 lanes.
115 locals recommend
Rock'it Lanes
513 N Richard Jackson BlvdBowling is almost a vacation requirement. You should be able to find some space amongst its 24 lanes.
Small amusement park with a roller coaster, mini golf, bumper cars, fun house, log flume, thrill rides, arcade.
67 locals recommend
Race City PCB
9523 Front Beach RdSmall amusement park with a roller coaster, mini golf, bumper cars, fun house, log flume, thrill rides, arcade.
Located within walking distance. This place can provide a quick and fun diversion.
40 locals recommend
Hidden Lagoon Super Race Track and Golf
14414 Front Beach RdLocated within walking distance. This place can provide a quick and fun diversion.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not
9907 Front Beach RdPerfect if you are looking for a bit of whimsy.
Sport
Ladies and Gents, yes you can golf on your beach vacation! This is the only Nicklaus golf course in Northwest Florida. You can have a full day of fun with 18 holes.
22 locals recommend
Bay Point Golf Club
4701 Bay Point RdLadies and Gents, yes you can golf on your beach vacation! This is the only Nicklaus golf course in Northwest Florida. You can have a full day of fun with 18 holes.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Beach necessities
The sun gets intense as it bounces off the gulf waters. Be sure to pack:
-Sunscreen at least SPF 30
-Hat or visor
-Aloe
-Sunglasses
-SPF protective clothing
-Beach towel
-Book