What to do and see in Panama City Beach, Florida (FL): The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers

September 24, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

Panama City Beach, with its trademark white sand and warm Gulf waters, attracts everyone from spring breakers to retirees, singles to families. As a result, the city offers a range of activities for all ages and interests. Families won't want to miss the huge Shipwreck Island water park or the hundreds of animals and plants at Zoo World. Golfers will find plenty of top-rated courses and outdoor types can canoe, fish and nature walk at St. Andrew's State Nature Park. And there's always the 27 miles of beautiful oceanfront the city is famous for.
Restaurants in Panama City Beach

1. Water Planet

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Water Planet

Water Planet offers a variety of fun and educational swim-with-the-dolphin tours for the whole family in Panama City Beach, Florida, including the opportunity to explore Shell Island, snorkel on ship wrecks and collect shells. We also offer dolphin therapy programs for children with special needs. Specialized help for small children by request during your tour.

2. Shell Island Blue Dolphin Tours

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5.0 based on 391 reviews

Shell Island Blue Dolphin Tours

3601 Thomas drive. Our hut is in the palm tree lined parking lot behind the Seafood market on the water.

3. Wild Thang Airboat Tours

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Wild Thang Airboat Tours

Take a thrilling ride sliding & spining along the marshes & backwater creeks in just inches of water searching for alligators, dolphins, herons, egrets, & birds of prey.

4. Sea Screamer

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Sea Screamer

Our Crew will Exceed YOUR Expectations! An exciting way to experience the beauty of Panama City Beach. This spacious yet comfortable twin turbo powered 73' passenger sightseeing boat offers a smooth yet thrilling ride unlike any other! Journey past Shell Island and cruise along the coast line to see all the sights and view dolphin surfing in the magnificent wake of the Sea Screamer. This is a very affordable two hour attraction and the fun & professional crew will ensure a ride to remember. We have been Cruizin' the World's Most Beautiful Beaches for the past 26 years, and enjoy having all of the fun return passengers back on board each time. The coastline cruise/original dolphin cruise departs four times in summer season & two times in autumn/spring. Check out this and all on our WEBSITE seascreamer.net. Reservations are Required. Trip Schedule is seasonal..open Feb-Dec, weather permitting.

5. Panama City Diving

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Panama City Diving

We offer scuba classes and dive charters for all skill levels from novice to divemaster. If you've never been scuba diving our Discover Scuba Class is a great way to get introduced to the sport. We offer guided shore dives for certified divers. For the more adventurous spirits, our charters going the shipwrecks offshore are great for divers who want to see sights less traveled to.

6. Flippers Dolphin Tours

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Flippers Dolphin Tours

We Offer Personal Dolphin Tours, Boat Rentals, Double Decker Pontoon Boats with 2 water slides, Jet Ski Tours, Waverunner Rentals, Swim with Dolphin Tours & Snorkeling trips. We are located just East Of Capt. Anderson's Restaurant. Panama City Beach, Florida.

7. Airboat Adventure

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Airboat Adventure

You will be amazed as you glide through just inches of water in the creeks and marsh area's off of the Intracoastal Waterway just 5 minutes from the beach. Look for wild Alligators, dolphins, birds of all kinds and more...DO NOT go to the hair dresser before you go on this tour! Live gator shows Wed-Sat 7ft gator..."BUBBA", fully voice and hand command trained, you WILL NOT see this anywhere else!!! Get your picture taken with a live alligator too! Our captains and crew are the best in the business! We've set the standard that others have to follow! North Florida's ORIGINAL Airboat and Alligator adventure!

8. Panhandle Helicopter

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Panhandle Helicopter

We are located on the corner of Powell Adams Rd. & Front Beach Rd. directly behind Donovan's Reef. We are in a blue building, located just East of Pier Park, on the same street as Walmart.

9. Lagoon Pontoons

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5.0 based on 1,480 reviews

Lagoon Pontoons

We offer Pontoon Boat Rentals, Double Decker Slide Pontoons and Unguided Jet Ski Rentals. Private Dolphin Tours, Guided Jet Ski Adventure Tours & Snorkeling Trips. Shell Island is Only 10 Minutes Away!

10. The Reel Contender Fishing Charter

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The Reel Contender Fishing Charter

The Reel Contender Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach is a serious experience filled with fishing, fun and great memories. Captain David Burke has one goal, to help you, your family and friends enjoy a fishing experience that will not soon be forgotten. Our charters are perfect for everyone, from beginners to the most experienced, and can be scheduled near shore or off shore. Anglers looking for a more private, personalized experience are looking for a trip aboard the Reel Contender Charter boat.

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