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Popular places to visit

Alys Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Alys Beach, a popular beach in Panama City Beach. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Pier Park
Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.

Panama City Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?

Rosemary Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rosemary Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

Shipwreck Island Waterpark
With crashing wave pools, towering slides and whitewater rapids, expect to leave this Panama City Beach waterpark completely soaked and smiling.

Frank Brown Park
Indoor and outdoor facilities in this Florida park offer fun for kids, sports teams, individual athletes, groups and even the family dog.
Things to do

Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach

Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran

Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel Boat Tour

From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry

Original CRUISIN TIKIS 90 min Cruise - Grand Lagoon

90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour
Top hotels in Santa Monica

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Room wasn't ready until 6:30PM. Hot tub was out of order.
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
room was not clean when we checked in and took about an hour maybe longer to actually get the room cleaned, had to go the the front desk 3 times about it because no cleaners were coming or they just weren’t cleaning it. the manager did take care of us he was very kind, definitely need to hire better ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
Clean, comfortable, convenient.
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Boardwalk Beach Hotel
On a awesome beach, was great
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Pros: The views were beautiful and the staff was very friendly! And my room was very clean. Cons: I was on the third floor, and you only got a private balcony on the fourth floor on up. And could hear doors slamming from neighboring rooms constantly
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Bikini Beach Resort
It took the tub water 5 minutes to get hot, the heater in the room worked when it wanted to, we had no wifi service in our 3rd floor room, the heater in the pool was not working or maybe not turned on, this place used to be my go to spot for a majority of my visits to PC, but I will not be back to ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica

Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Laguna Beach Estates
When in Laguna Beach Estates, you can plan a visit to Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Laguna Beach
Beaches and golf courses are some things travellers note about Laguna Beach. Check out Museum of Man in the Sea or Pier Park while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Miramar Beach
Though Miramar Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museum of Man in the Sea and Pier Park.

El Centro Beach
Though El Centro Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museum of Man in the Sea and Emerald Coast Mirror Maze.

Inlet Beach
Inlet Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park.
