What to do and see in Pensacola Beach, Florida (FL): The Best Things to do Good for Kids

July 10, 2021 Velvet Champine

“Life’s a Beach” all right on Pensacola Beach where building sandcastles, body surfing and beachcombing are popular pastimes. Away from the sands, there are several don’t miss sights for the entire family, including the National Aviation Museum, which features 150 vintage aircraft, flight simulators and an IMAX Theatre, Fort Pickens, an historic military fort built in 1829, and the Pensacola Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on the Gulf Coast and also the tallest, standing 151 feet tall on a 40 foot bluff. To immerse yourself in the history of Pensacola, stroll the historic village, a pedestrian-friendly area with furnished historic homes, unique museums and the Colonial Archeological Trail. For the white dimpled ball set, try teeing up at Lost Key Golf Club, a target golf set up designed by Arnold Palmer and Marcus Pointe Golf club, an Earl Stone design. Don’t forget, there’s also great deep-sea fishing and other water activities like sailing, kayaking, diving and snorkeling to be actively pursued on Pensacola Beach.
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1. Gulf Islands National Seashore

Pensacola Beach, FL 32561 +1 850-934-2600 https://www.nps.gov/guis/index.htm
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5.0 based on 1,254 reviews

Gulf Islands National Seashore

This 150-mile stretch of seashore, which runs from Cat Island in Mississippi to Santa Rosa Island in Florida, offers sparkling blue water and many beautiful beaches along the way.

Reviewed By GlennBrigan

Growing up in Pensacola and as an adult moving away I love and appreciate the beauty of the soft fluffy white sands of Santa Rosa Island when I get to return on a vacation. These beaches are the jewel of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether swimming in the gulf, walking along the shore collecting seashells, or exploring the historic past of Fort Pickens you will too love these beaches.

2. Chase-N-Fins

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5.0 based on 939 reviews

Chase-N-Fins

Come aboard Chase-N-Fins, a spacious 50 foot long Navy liberty ship that has been customized for relaxing scenic tours! On the two hour tour you will enjoy beautiful views from Pensacola Bay as we cruise the calm inland waters looking for dolphins. We stop along the way to view wild dolphins playing in their natural environment. Often, the naturally curious dolphins will swim right beside the boat! Our crew is well educated about the dolphins and will be happy to tell you about the dolphins as you watch them. In addition to dolphins, you will get a unique water view of local landmarks such as Ft. Pickens, Pensacola Lighthouse, and Naval Air Station Pensacola. Bathrooms are available on the boat. We offer water bottles for sale for $1.00 a bottle, and you are welcome to bring small coolers with drinks and snacks. (no glass please!) We also offer Blue Angels cruises and private tours!

3. Jolly Sailing & Dolphin Cruise

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Jolly Sailing & Dolphin Cruise

Choose your own adventure! Sailing, dolphin cruises, sightseeing tours, snorkeling, sunset cruises, private dinner cruises, custom adventure excursions. Our fleet includes JollyDayz, a classic 34' Pearson sailing yacht, Jolly'Ventures, a 26' powerboat tritoon, Jolly Mon, a 27' custom sailboat, all with daily cruises leaving from Sabine Marina; and Jolly Dolphin, a 42' 28 passenger power vessel, daily cruises departing from Pensacola Beach Marina. Private or shared trips. Plenty of seating in sun and shade. Safe, comfortable, and fun for all ages. Complimentary beverages (water and soda) included with all trips. Guests age 21+ may bring alcoholic beverages aboard. Use of snorkel gear, along with instruction, included with snorkeling tours. Special occasion trips such as party cruises, dinner cruises, wedding/rehearsal cruises, family reunions, church/civic/school groups, corporate excursions available. Come enjoy a memorable cruise with Jolly Sailing!

4. Hot Spots Fishing Charters

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5.0 based on 225 reviews

Hot Spots Fishing Charters

Hot Spots Charters is the largest fishing charter operation from New Orleans to Jacksonville. Visitors to Pensacola, Navarre, Perdido Key, and Pensacola Beach are just minutes away from boarding a boat with Hot Spots Charters. They operate inshore, offshore, deep sea, and walk on fishing charters out of Pensacola Beach Marina.

5. Bout Time Charters

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5.0 based on 82 reviews

Bout Time Charters

Bout Time Charters is Pensacola Fishing at it's finest. We offer inshore and near shore fishing trips. If you are looking for a great family charter or a seasoned angler we can meet your fishing needs. Give us a call because it's 'Bout Time you come fishing with us!

6. Condor Sailing Adventures

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Condor Sailing Adventures

This is no ordinary sailboat cruise! Join Captain Kirk for the fun, relaxing experience of a lifetime aboard our world-class 40 ft. Condor racing trimaran, Dare II. Where No leaning = No seasickness. *Rare: only 21 Condors ever built! *Always uncrowded - max 6 guests *Comfy seats on spacious side decks *Fun for couples, families, grandparents! *Relax and dangle your feet in the water *Daily 2-Hour cruises at 11am, 2pm, Sunset, and Blue Angels Practice Cruises *Price: Daytime $85/person, Sunset $95/person *Kids 12/under are $25 off *Perfect for birthdays and anniversaries! *restroom onboard

7. Innerlight Surf Shop

655 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561-6805 +1 850-677-8911 [email protected] https://www.innerlightsurf.com/
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Innerlight Surf Shop

Innerlight Surf Shop has a wide selection of swim wear, sunglasses, surf boards, surf accesories, and most all of your beach needs located at our Gulf Breeze Location (203 Gulf Breeze Pkwy). Innerlight Surf Camp and Surf Lessons are a fun a unique experience. Our surf camps are perfect for kids age 8 and up. Our instructors teach the basics of surfing in a fun filled environment. Looking for a more one on one experience? Check out or surf lessons. Available for people from 6-76 and strong swimmers. Also available for private, semi-private, or group lessons.

Reviewed By LLITN - Brandon, United States

We have been coming to Pensacola for years and didn’t find this gem until this week. My daughter has been wanting to learn how to surf for a while and found this local place through google. We set up a private lesson and wish that we found them earlier. We would have gotten more lessons before leaving today! We definitely will call them again as soon as we are back in town. Highly recommend this place! Evans is wonderful with my kids!!

8. Dolphin Express

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5.0 based on 210 reviews

Dolphin Express

Dolphin Express Charters is a family oriented cruise aboard our spacious 50' retired Navy Launch Vessle.Dolphin Express Charters specializes in daily Dolphin Tours but also offer Sunset Cruises private trips for holiday weekends special events and Blue Angel Shows.Dolphin Express is a family owned and operated business so call Captain Jeff Lacour to make your reservations.

9. Reel Addiction Fishing Charters

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5.0 based on 56 reviews

Reel Addiction Fishing Charters

Reel Addiction Fishing Charters specializes in inshore and offshore fishing charters out of Pensacola, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, Navarre, and Perdido key, Florida.

10. Emerald Coast Inshore Charters

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Emerald Coast Inshore Charters

I am captain Tony Eddins. I have been a licensed fishing captain on the Gulf Coast for 15 years. Gulf Breeze, Navarre, Pensacola Beach, and Perdido Florida are well known for some of the best salt water fishing in the world! Professional fishing experience, excellent seamanship, and a friendly attitude, are just a few of the perks you can expect when charter fishing with Capt. Tony!

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