The White Palm at Laguna Beach
City/town information
Laguna Beach is situated a little distance from the hub of Panama City’s beach, yet it offers virtually all of the appeal of the more well-known shoreline down the road. When you want to have some fun in the sand, water and sun — and be away from the densest crowds — this is the place to go.
A few of our favorite features at Laguna Beach include:
Sand at Low Tide
Come to the beach at low tide, and the sand is especially expansive. Stroll along the shoreline and back searching for shells, and dip your toes in when you get out to the water.
Shoreline During a Storm
Sunny days aren’t the only time to visit the beach. Come here during the midst of a (non-hurricane) storm, and watch the surf pound in. The water is wide open here, so the action is quite exciting.
Laguna Beach Pier
Head out the enormous pier for a view of the beach from above the water, and keep your eyes on the surf below in case any marine life is visible. Bring a rod and reel if you’re so inclined.
18 locals recommend
Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach is situated a little distance from the hub of Panama City’s beach, yet it offers virtually all of the appeal of the more well-known shoreline down the road. When you want to have some fun in the sand, water and sun — and be away from the densest crowds — this is the place to go.
A few of our favorite features at Laguna Beach include:
Sand at Low Tide
Come to the beach at low tide, and the sand is especially expansive. Stroll along the shoreline and back searching for shells, and dip your toes in when you get out to the water.
Shoreline During a Storm
Sunny days aren’t the only time to visit the beach. Come here during the midst of a (non-hurricane) storm, and watch the surf pound in. The water is wide open here, so the action is quite exciting.
Laguna Beach Pier
Head out the enormous pier for a view of the beach from above the water, and keep your eyes on the surf below in case any marine life is visible. Bring a rod and reel if you’re so inclined.
Sightseeing
a state-of-the-art Ferris wheel, gives you a bird's eye view of the beaches, parks, and attractions.
83 locals recommend
SkyWheel Panama City Beach
15700 L C Hilton Jr Dra state-of-the-art Ferris wheel, gives you a bird's eye view of the beaches, parks, and attractions.
A sugar-white sandy beach, with water sports and trails for biking and hiking. The park also has a concession stand with fishing supplies and souvenirs.
69 locals recommend
St. Andrew State Park Pier
A sugar-white sandy beach, with water sports and trails for biking and hiking. The park also has a concession stand with fishing supplies and souvenirs.
Shopping Center
Enjoy a little retail therapy by exploring this trendy, attractive and clean family-friendly shopping center.
158 locals recommend
Pier Park Drive
Pier Park DriveEnjoy a little retail therapy by exploring this trendy, attractive and clean family-friendly shopping center.
Things to Do
A Bicycle Rental Company based on the sugary white sands of Panama City Beach. Easy access to trails and dozens of nearby beaches and shops in the area.
14 locals recommend
Bike the Beach PCB
17292 Front Beach RdA Bicycle Rental Company based on the sugary white sands of Panama City Beach. Easy access to trails and dozens of nearby beaches and shops in the area.
The 15-acre park features several water slides, pools, a lazy river, and one-of-a-kind attractions, and a zipline that starts at a sailing ship replica and ends with a big splash in the pool
303 locals recommend
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
12201 Hutchison BlvdThe 15-acre park features several water slides, pools, a lazy river, and one-of-a-kind attractions, and a zipline that starts at a sailing ship replica and ends with a big splash in the pool
Explore this indoor museum, you’ll see over 500 wacky and weird exhibits.
306 locals recommend
Ripley's Believe It Or Not
9907 Front Beach RdExplore this indoor museum, you’ll see over 500 wacky and weird exhibits.
They don’t call Coconut Creek one of the best family things to do in PCB for nothing. Known for its tropical theme, this family-friendly park boasts cascading waterfalls as well as a lake with some native fish.
131 locals recommend
Coconut Creek Family Fun Park
9807 Front Beach RdThey don’t call Coconut Creek one of the best family things to do in PCB for nothing. Known for its tropical theme, this family-friendly park boasts cascading waterfalls as well as a lake with some native fish.
Get a rare chance to swim with a bunch of charming dolphins at Gulf World Marine Park. Afterward, interact with the park’s sea lions, stingrays, penguins, sea turtles and other creatures.
348 locals recommend
Gulf World Marine Park
15412 Front Beach RdGet a rare chance to swim with a bunch of charming dolphins at Gulf World Marine Park. Afterward, interact with the park’s sea lions, stingrays, penguins, sea turtles and other creatures.
The city’s fastest, steepest and tallest go-kart tracks to a haunted house, this amusement center is packed with family-friendly rides and activities.
67 locals recommend
Race City PCB
9523 Front Beach RdThe city’s fastest, steepest and tallest go-kart tracks to a haunted house, this amusement center is packed with family-friendly rides and activities.
With 35,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits, WonderWorks is a superb choice for families looking for educational experiences
279 locals recommend
WonderWorks Panama City Beach
9910 Front Beach RdWith 35,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits, WonderWorks is a superb choice for families looking for educational experiences
ZooWorld is a 5-acre wildlife haven with dozens of animals set in a verdant tropical setting
217 locals recommend
ZooWorld Zoological Conservatory
9008 Front Beach RdZooWorld is a 5-acre wildlife haven with dozens of animals set in a verdant tropical setting
With sparkling clear water bordering its sugar-white sandy shore, Shell Island is a rare opportunity to experience a beach as nature intended. Accessible but preserved, Shell Island is seven miles of undeveloped paradise nestled between the gulf and St. Andrew Bay and inhabited by diverse wildlife. The Shell Island Shuttle offers transportation to and from the popular destination
138 locals recommend
Shell Island
With sparkling clear water bordering its sugar-white sandy shore, Shell Island is a rare opportunity to experience a beach as nature intended. Accessible but preserved, Shell Island is seven miles of undeveloped paradise nestled between the gulf and St. Andrew Bay and inhabited by diverse wildlife. The Shell Island Shuttle offers transportation to and from the popular destination
The par 72 Nicklaus Design championship layout has a challenging course rating of 74.3 and slope of 143 as it stretches more than 7,000 yards from the championship tees
22 locals recommend
Bay Point Golf Club
4701 Bay Point RdThe par 72 Nicklaus Design championship layout has a challenging course rating of 74.3 and slope of 143 as it stretches more than 7,000 yards from the championship tees
Morrison Springs County Park
874 Morrison Springs RdFood scene
Thomas Donut & Snack Shop is the perfect place to stop for a snack on vacation. Tourists and locals alike frequent Thomas Donut & Snack Shop for their great atmosphere, great food, and all around great experience.
176 locals recommend
Thomas Donut & Snack Shop
19208 Front Beach RdThomas Donut & Snack Shop is the perfect place to stop for a snack on vacation. Tourists and locals alike frequent Thomas Donut & Snack Shop for their great atmosphere, great food, and all around great experience.
FINNS Island Style Grub
7210 Thomas DrThe Pour
12902 Front Beach RdThe Bay
amici 30A Italian Kitchen
12805 US-98La Crema Tapas & Chocolate
38 Main StFonville Press
23 West La Garza LaneRaw & Juicy
147 West La Garza LaneOld Florida Fish House
33 Heron's Watch WayPerfect Pig Grill and Fish House
Mimmo's 30a Ristorante Italiano
Back Beach Barbecue
19714 Panama City Beach PkwyNick's Slice Of Brooklyn Pizzeria And Bar
13528 Front Beach Rd