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 locals recommend
Another Broken Egg Cafe
11535 Hutchison BlvdEasy 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 locals recommend
Andy's Flour Power Cafe-Bakery
2629 Thomas DrLocal 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 locals recommend
Liza's Kitchen
7328 Thomas DrOne of my favorite's. "Nothing Fried except the Cooks" is their motto. Also serving mimosas and bloody Mary's.
First Watch
11160 Panama City Beach PkwyCasual 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 locals recommend
Taylor's Breakfast and Lunch
1114 Thomas DrAcross 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 locals recommend
Saltwater Grill
11040 Hutchison BlvdA 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 locals recommend
Diego's Burrito Factory & Margarita Bar
15514 Front Beach RdLocated 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 locals recommend
Capt. Anderson's Restaurant
5551 N Lagoon DrA 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 locals recommend
Shan Kishi
13800 Panama City Beach PkwySushi, 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 locals recommend
Firefly
535 N Richard Jackson BlvdRomantic 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 locals recommend
The Grand Marlin
5323 N Lagoon DrThis 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 locals recommend
The Boars Head Restaurant & Tavern
17290 Front Beach RdRed 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 locals recommend
Local Steamer Seafood Market
14656 Front Beach RdIf 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 locals recommend
Buddy's Seafood Market
111 S FL-79Buddy'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 locals recommend
Barefoot On The Beach Bar and Grill
11073 Front Beach RdNo 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 locals recommend
Nick's Slice Of Brooklyn Pizzeria And Bar
13528 Front Beach RdUnpretentious, 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 locals recommend
Harpoon Harry's Beachfront Restaurant
12627 Front Beach RdCasual 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 locals recommend
Dusty's Oyster Bar
16450 Front Beach RdThis 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 locals recommend
Scampy's Seafood & Steaks
4933 Thomas DrNeighborhood 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 locals recommend
Schooners
5121 Gulf DrLaid-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 locals recommend
Spinnaker Beachside Grill
8795 Thomas DrCasual 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 locals recommend
Lotus Cafe & Juice Bar At Zen Garden
707 Richard Jackson BlvdLotus 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 locals recommend
Salty Goat Saloon
13006 Front Beach RdWatering 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 locals recommend
Club La Vela
8813 Thomas DrClub 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 locals recommend
St. Andrews State Park
4607 State Park LnWith 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 locals recommend
Frank Brown Park
16200 Panama City Beach PkwyFrank 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 locals recommend
Camp Helen State Park
23937 Panama City Beach PkwyCamp 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 locals recommend
Panama City Beach Oktoberfest
500 West Park Drive70-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 locals recommend
Conservation Park
100 Conservation DriveA 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 locals recommend
Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise
5325 N Lagoon DrThe “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 locals recommend
Panhandle Helicopter
17711 Front Beach RdA 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 locals recommend
Sea Screamer
3605 Thomas DrThe 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 locals recommend
Shell Island Shuttle
5709 North Lagoon DriveThe 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 DrYou 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 DriveScenic 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 locals recommend
Pier Park
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
Walmart Supercenter
10270 Front Beach RdWalmart Supercenter
10270 Front Beach RdEntertainment & Activities
Tropical gardens plus shark feedings, dolphin encounters & sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows.
348 locals recommend
Gulf World Marine Park
15412 Front Beach RdTropical 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 locals recommend
ZooWorld Zoological Conservatory
9008 Front Beach RdZoo 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 locals recommend
Ripley's Believe It Or Not
9907 Front Beach RdMuseum 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 locals recommend
WonderWorks Panama City Beach
9910 Front Beach RdAttraction 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 locals recommend
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
12201 Hutchison BlvdAttractions 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 locals recommend
Race City PCB
9523 Front Beach RdAmusement 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 locals recommend
Cobra Adventure Park
9323 Front Beach RdIndoor/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 locals recommend
Rock'it Lanes
513 N Richard Jackson BlvdBowling 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 locals recommend
Just Jump Trampoline Park
11220 Hutchison BlvdJust 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 locals recommend
Kartona Electric Speedway
7125 US-98"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.