Panama City Beach Attractions And Amusements
Imagine this... Twenty seven miles of sugar white beaches, sparkling emerald green waters, palms swaying in a gentle ocean breeze and you have a problem... deciding what to do next! We know it's hard to choose from so many attractions such as two state parks, marine and water parks, a zoo, amusements, jet-skiing, swimming, snorkeling, diving, dolphin encounters, fishing, boating, sailing, bumper boats, tennis, golf, miniature golf, dinner cruises, and incredible dining. Folks tell us they like having so many choices at Panama City Beach. Maybe it's why people return to vacation in Panama City Beach year after year. Enjoy yourself, there is always something more to do at Panama City Beach.
| St. Andrews State Recreation Area and Park 4607 State Park Lane, Panama City, FL 32408 (850) 233-5140
St. Andrews State Recreation Park is located at the east end of Thomas Drive. It encompasses 1,260 acres of beaches, dunes, pinewoods and marshes. Visitors can swim in warm Gulf waters or in the shallow protected area behind the jetty. This area is great for small children. The massive rock jetties make one of the best fishing, snorkeling and diving spots on the coast, and a boat ramp provides access to the Gulf. The park opens at 8:00 a.m. and closes at sunset year around. See below for more on St. Andrews State Park. |
| St. Andrews State Park's Shell Island
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Camp Helen State Park |
| Gulf World Marine Park 15412 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 234-5271  Gulf World Marine Park, a Panama City Beach landmark since 1969, is one of Florida's top Marine attractions. Gulf World features five shows, many exhibits and offers an action packed day that will long be remembered.Acrobatic and energetic performances by Gulf World's bottle-nosed dolphins will delight children and adults. The new million-gallon Dolphin Habitat hosts SplashMagic, the park's exciting night time laser light show. Observe the cockatoos, macaw, flamingos, iguanas, jungle foliage, fountains and waterfalls in a visit to the Tropical Gardens. The Swim-With-Dolphins program at Gulf World Marine Park allows guests (ages 5 and up and a minimum of 48 inches tall ) to get in the water with these beautiful marine mammals, and to swim with them if they choose. This popular program gives you and your family, the opportunity to interact with a dolphin in waist to chest deep water. Lasting approximately one hour and fifteen minutes, the program is comprised of two segments. The first segment teaches you about dolphin conservation and familiarizes you with the dolphin’s senses. The second segment puts you eye to eye with these beautiful creatures. Listen for underwater sounds the dolphins may be making, be imitated by a dolphin, and get a handshake or a kiss. More... |
| Shipwreck Island Water Park 12000 Front Beach Rd. Panama City Beach, FL 32407-3413 (850) 234-0368  Plan to spend the day enjoying rides and picnicking amid six acres of lush landscape in one of the best water parks in Florida. There is something for everyone. For the daring, get ready for rushing water adventures. Whitewater enthusiasts will delight in Rapid River Run, an inner tube ride. Don't miss, a 65-foot free fall slide, the Top Drop, with a plunge pool waiting at the end. For something calmer, the Lazy River Ride offers a relaxing trek through the park along a 1,600 foot stream. Families love to ride White knuckle River together in a giant inner tube. Comfortable gazebos are the place for adults to relax while overlooking the Tadpole Hole, for younger guests. At the Tadpole Hole, youngsters will discover a ship to explore, a submarine just for tots, a giant purple frog slide and more. Beginning in March, the parks is open Fridays and Saturdays. From Memorial Day through August the park is open seven days a week. |
Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum And Moving Theater Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum and Moving Theater opened in June 2006 on Panama City Beach. The entertainment complex is designed to look like a 1950's luxury cruise liner stranded on Panama City Beach.The museum houses interesting discoveries from around the world including an authentic shrunken head from Ecuador, a real mummy found off the Florida coast, and a 11-foot Eiffel Tower made completely of matchsticks. The Moving Theater is a high-tech, dynamic motion-based simulation ride. |
Gran Maze
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| Miniature Golf Coconut Creek Fun Park 9807 Front Beach Rd. Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-2625 or 1-888-764-2199
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Zoo World
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Ebro Greyhound Racing Park
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Ocean Opry - The Ocean Opry closed its doors for good in August 2005. |
| Museum of Man In The Sea 17314 Panama City Beach Pkwy Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-4101
Experience the unspoiled estuary life of St. Andrew Bay through a computer program. Climb through a submarine, try on a diving helmet, and a saltwater touch pool, plus special changing exhibits add to the fun. Museum hours are 9 to 5, seven days a week. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. |
Visitors to St. Andrews State Recreation Area can enjoy swimming, diving, boating, fishing, surfing, biking and camping. Rated the #1 Beach in America, the St. Andrews State Recreation Area continues to be the most popular Florida shore park. Complete camping facilities include: restrooms, showers, picnic areas with grills and tables, a playground, 
Catch the Shell Island Shuttle to Shell Island, one of the most densely populated bottle-nosed dolphins habitats. This pristine island situated between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay provides an array 
Camp Helen State Park is just off Highway 98 and west of Phillips Inlet Bridge. It is one of the recent acquisitions by the state of Florida's program to reclaim and preserve lands. The park is bordered by Lake Powell, Phillips Inlet, and the Gulf of Mexico. The parks provides an ideal backdrop for hiking, picnicking, fishing, boating and swimming. The park also provides a essential respite for migratory Central American birds.
Pirate ships, lush jungle settings, cascading waterfalls are a few of 
Spend an evening with Lady Luck at Ebro Greyhound Park. From March until September, Ebro offers live greyhound racing excitement and a night of fun and great food, come rain or shine. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, matinees feature live greyhound racing. Up for a bit of Satellite Wagering? From September through February take your pick from greyhound racing to thoroughbred racing. Ebro features racing circuits from Calder, Gulfstream and Hialeah Park for thoroughbreds to greyhounds racing from Jacksonville and Tampa. 
