Location: Pensacola
Top Things to do in Pensacola
The 7 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Pensacola, Florida (FL)
If you're looking for some great Florida beaches but aren't necessarily interested in a mega-resort or theme park atmosphere, Pensacola might just be the place for your perfect weekend. Home to Gulf Islands National Seashore, the city offers some of the best fishing and boating in the area. Inland, canoeing enthusiasts won't want to miss the beauty of the Blackwater River. Closer to town, the city has a proud military heritage, which can be seen at attractions like the National Museum of Naval Aviation and the Pensacola Naval Air Station.
Restaurants in Pensacola
1. Niuhi Dive Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Scuba Diving charters. Spearfishing and Lionfish hunting. Niuhi offers scuba diving for all levels of experience. Dive sites can accommodate basic open water divers to advanced open water and even tech divers. The Niuhi carries a federal permit for fishing in all waters and the license covers all divers that want to spear fish.
2. Escape On Palafox
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5.0 based on 517 reviews
Escape on Palafox is a fun and challenging real-life adventure in the heart of downtown Pensacola. You and your friends will be locked in a room with one goal in mind: Solve the puzzles, find the clues and crack the codes to “escape” the room in 60 minutes or less. Grab your friends, family or co-workers and see if you have what it takes to beat the clock and escape the room!
Reviewed By JamesG355 - Crestview, United States
I booked our visit for my husband's 60th birthday! Age has no limit on fun! We had a very young couple. They were great kids to have been paired with. We had a blast, about 3 minutes to late to escape, but it was a blast! Next visit we’ll do the All Wired” Thank you for the team building and the fun it came with!
3. Escape Zone 60, Pensacola
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 367 reviews
Can you solve the puzzles necessary to complete your task before your time has expired? Our escape rooms will challenge your abilities to work as a team, to think outside the box, to pay attention to detail and work under pressure.
Reviewed By Aerotek1151
GREAT TEAM Building event A lot of critical thinking, intentional listening and communication is key to break "the vault into the bank" We look forward to continue to do this with my team
4. Hang Ten Helicopters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Looking for an something fun and exciting to do in Pensacola FL? Come and fly an incredible helicopter tour over some of the best scenery you'll ever see! We're located just minutes from the City of Pensacola and the National Naval Aviation Museum, and are proud to be the favorite choice for locals and visitors alike. Open from 10 am to sunset we're excited to show you just how amazing our area is from the sky. Don't take our word for it, check out our excellent reviews!
5. Blue Morning Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Welcome to Blue Morning Gallery, located in Historic Downtown Pensacola, Florida. Blue Morning Gallery was founded in April of 1997 and created to showcase the work of local artists and to encourage the development of new creative talent within the community. Our colorful, cooperative fine arts gallery features over 58 local artists. Today, our members form an eclectic group, including many award-winning artists, with specialties in painting, collage, photography, ceramics, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fibers, wood, tile and more. We work in a variety of styles from classical to modern. Come browse through our unique selection of original artwork, historic photographs, journals and cards. Blue Morning Gallery...an art festival every day!
Reviewed By mlisner - Memphis, United States
What a great artist collective. Many types of art here- photography, ceramics, metal working. Some is beach themed and others not. An eclectic mix, you will find something you love.
6. Uncle Sandy's Macaw Bird Park
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4.5 based on 194 reviews
Open by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Masks required. We are non-profit Bird Sanctuary for exotic birds that for one reason or another can not be cared for by their previous companions. These wonderful creatures sometimes live a long as 80 to 100 years and outlive their favorite person. Since we are solely staffed by volunteers and are funded by the $5 admission fee.
Reviewed By LisaAnneOhara - Arlington, United States
We can't get enough of this adorable bird park. The volunteers are so friendly and informative, and they give us a little bucket full of food to hand feed all the birds. I stop by as frequently as I can to just say "hi" to all the feather~babies whom I've grown to love. The park is run 100% by volunteers and donations, so I try to bring some unsalted peanuts, apples or oranges with me as a donation, or slip a few extra dollars into the donation box. The money goes to such a great cause, and these birds are so well cared for...you can tell they are all loved.
7. Big Lagoon State Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 223 reviews
The park offers many activities for outdoor enthusiasts.
Reviewed By kerryd0710 - Jackson, United States
We came here to camp because of social distancing during the pandemic. I’m so glad we did! What a treasure! The park has several neat hikes best done around sunrise or sunset during the summer. There is a 4-story observation tower that we took advantage of two nights for glorious sunsets. On our last night I saw several other trails from the observation area so we plan to return. The campground is quiet, with mostly private sites. We enjoyed taking advantage of staying over night to take the trails. There is a small resident alligator which my 4 year old loved. They rent kayaks, but I saw some campers bring their own & do a lovely sunset kayak trip in the lagoon. There is a private beach along the intercoastal waterway, which we spent time at one day while my son collected snails & hermit crabs. If you don’t mind the 5 minute car ride, you can visit beautiful Johnson’s Beach in the National Seashore on the Gulf of Mexico. We have an America the Beautiful pass, so our visit to Johnson’s Beach was free. It is normally $25 per car. However, there are several free Gulf beaches all around. We fell in love with this park on our last visit & have already scheduled another!
