Sol Seeker's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Outdoor sanctuary with beaches, nature trails and camping plus seasonal Shell Island boat tours.
465 locals recommend
St. Andrews State Park
4607 State Park LnOutdoor sanctuary with beaches, nature trails and camping plus seasonal Shell Island boat tours.
This park is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and by Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in Florida. 180-acre park for day use only. Activities include swimming, beach combing, nature study, hiking, & freshwater & saltwater fishing. $4 per vehicle or $2 per pedestrian/bicyclist.
155 locals recommend
Camp Helen State Park
23937 Panama City Beach PkwyThis park is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and by Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in Florida. 180-acre park for day use only. Activities include swimming, beach combing, nature study, hiking, & freshwater & saltwater fishing. $4 per vehicle or $2 per pedestrian/bicyclist.
Expansive green space featuring vast woodland areas with miles of hiking trails.
88 locals recommend
Conservation Park
100 Conservation DriveExpansive green space featuring vast woodland areas with miles of hiking trails.
Shell Island is an undeveloped 7-mile long barrier island and beach that makes up the southern reach of St. Andrews State Park. Accessible via private boat or the official Shell Island Shuttle. A must-see for those who want the pristine beach experience. Renting your own snorkel equipment is an option in your package with the Shuttle tickets.
46 locals recommend
Shell Island Shuttle
5709 North Lagoon DriveShell Island is an undeveloped 7-mile long barrier island and beach that makes up the southern reach of St. Andrews State Park. Accessible via private boat or the official Shell Island Shuttle. A must-see for those who want the pristine beach experience. Renting your own snorkel equipment is an option in your package with the Shuttle tickets.
Food scene
Bustling eatery features a variety of regional seafood platters & comfort eats in a down-home venue.
27 locals recommend
Boon Docks
14854 Bay View CirBustling eatery features a variety of regional seafood platters & comfort eats in a down-home venue.
Comfy, counter-serve nook with po' boys and other snacks, plus beignets, flavored shaved ice & coffee.
30 locals recommend
David's New Orleans Style Cafe & Sno-Balls
13913 Panama City Beach PkwyComfy, counter-serve nook with po' boys and other snacks, plus beignets, flavored shaved ice & coffee.
Savory pastries and other British grub served in a casual eatery with sidewalk tables and English decor. The best fish & chips.
25 locals recommend
The British Eatery
280 S Arnold RdSavory pastries and other British grub served in a casual eatery with sidewalk tables and English decor. The best fish & chips.
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.
Down-home locale whipping up American & European fare, plus coffee & homemade donuts.
30 locals recommend
Sunrise Cafe & Bakery
10616 Front Beach RdDown-home locale whipping up American & European fare, plus coffee & homemade donuts.
A menu specializing in sandwiches, soups, salads & brunch fare in a modern, rustic setting.
Chewie’s Kitchen
9952 Hutchison BlvdA menu specializing in sandwiches, soups, salads & brunch fare in a modern, rustic setting.
Build-your-own burritos, tacos & other Mexican eats offered in a relaxed hangout with a patio. Great food with over a dozen margaritas to choose from.
161 locals recommend
Diego's Burrito Factory & Margarita Bar
15514 Front Beach RdBuild-your-own burritos, tacos & other Mexican eats offered in a relaxed hangout with a patio. Great food with over a dozen margaritas to choose from.
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 no-nonsense eatery serves oysters right out of the shell, just-caught shrimp & other dishes. Great food & friendly service.
39 locals recommend
Sandbar Seafood & BBQ Joint
275 FL-79This no-nonsense eatery serves oysters right out of the shell, just-caught shrimp & other dishes. Great food & friendly service.
Entertainment
Pier Park is a few city blocks to the east of the property. This outdoor mall has over 124 dining, shopping or entertainment options. From Margaritaville, the IMAX theater, Dave & Busters, and the SkyWheel, you are sure to find something fun to do!
158 locals recommend
Pier Park Drive
Pier Park DrivePier Park is a few city blocks to the east of the property. This outdoor mall has over 124 dining, shopping or entertainment options. From Margaritaville, the IMAX theater, Dave & Busters, and the SkyWheel, you are sure to find something fun to do!
Fun spot for families! Tropical gardens, shark feedings, dolphin encounters, and sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows.
348 locals recommend
Gulf World Marine Park
15412 Front Beach RdFun spot for families! Tropical gardens, shark feedings, dolphin encounters, and sea lion, parrot & dolphin shows.
Family-friendly venue featuring two 18-hole mini-golf courses and a football-field-sized maze.
131 locals recommend
Coconut Creek Family Fun Park
9807 Front Beach RdFamily-friendly venue featuring two 18-hole mini-golf courses and a football-field-sized maze.
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.