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

September 7, 2021 Jana Sager

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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5.0 based on 694 reviews

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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5.0 based on 1,039 reviews

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. 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!

5. Panama City Beach Winery

8730 Thomas Dr Suite 1103B, Panama City Beach, FL 32408-4766 +1 850-233-5950 [email protected] http://www.panamacitybeachwinery.com/
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5.0 based on 1,290 reviews

Panama City Beach Winery

Normal Business Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm Closed on Sunday Holiday Closure: January 1, 2021 January 2, 2021 Panama City Beach Winery is located across the street from the magnificent beach!!! We are in the corner of the St. Thomas Square shopping area on Joan Avenue and Thomas Drive (facing Joan Avenue). We offer 100% real fruit wines. Some of our wines are made with over 9 pounds of fruit in one bottle! No reservation required for our complimentary wine tasting.

Reviewed By aasmith331 - Southfield, United States

Fun experience because of the two ladies working there who made it fun! Wine tasting is free. Wines are fruity, some sweet, some dry, and most made from Florida fruit. My GF and I walked out with 6 bottles of wine and a few other items from the store inside the winery. My favorites were their two top sellers ... The Hurricane Class 5 Sangria and the Key Lime wine. They do ship to you if you're flying and can't take in your luggage.

6. Osprey Charters

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5.0 based on 139 reviews

Osprey Charters

Create your own private adventure aboard the "Osprey II" for 2 to 3 hours. Up to 12 passengers can ride comfortably aboard our customized skiff. You can go dolphin watching, snorkeling, sightseeing, or go exploring on Shell Island. You can even have a custom sunset tour. So, come enjoy a first class, stress free day with Osprey Charters.

7. Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise

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5.0 based on 622 reviews

Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise

Enjoy an exciting and scenic 2-hour family Pirate activity cruise that includes dolphin sightings, great music, and non-stop pirate activities for the kids. Cold beer, soda, snacks, t-shirts & pirate souvenirs are available on board as well as clean restrooms. Located on Grand Lagoon in the Lighthouse Marina next to the Grand Marlin Resturant. Open March through October!

8. Island Time Sailing

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5.0 based on 1,460 reviews

Island Time Sailing

Island Time Sailing | Panama City Beach, FL islandtimesailing.com Let's set sail on The Island Time Sailing Catamaran on Panama City Beach. Create your own adventure in paradise on a variety of cruises including: -Shell Island Snorkel & Sail -Dolphin Sunset Cruise -Dolphin Day Sail -Private Charters for Events Enjoy a relaxing and fun sailing cruise on St. Andrews Bay as a family or couple. You'll have a great time with our friendly and fun crew. The Sunsets are Spectacular and the Dolphins are Friendly. The boat is equipped with two restrooms and a snack bar filled with lots of cold refreshments and tasty snacks. Call or Go to Our Website to Book Your Tour Today.

9. Sea Screamer

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5.0 based on 1,458 reviews

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.

10. Airboat Adventure

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5.0 based on 1,200 reviews

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!

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