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Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida promotes local and international art using a range of mediums. The center promotes a sense of community by offering a variety of workshops like pottery, photography, and others for kids and adults. The center is located in a 1920s Spanish style building offering a sense of history to its art guests.

St. Andrew's State Park

Located just east of Panama City Beach, St. Andrew's State Park is a place where outdoor adventure enthusiasts come to get their fix of natural beauty. The former military reservation site offers over a mile of white sands and waters that are perfect for snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, and more. Fishing lovers will be happy to know that the park has two piers. Here you can experience the true beauty of the Gulf. It is open daily from 8 am.

Man in the Sea Museum

For hundreds of years humans have been fascinated by the sea, and this multi-media museum explores that attraction. The museum displays artifacts from the history of scuba diving and underwater treasures from sunken ships and the sea floor dating back to the 16th Century. Interactive, hands-on exhibits show kids and adults how diving equipment works, and a climb through a real submarine will leave you feeling like a SCUBA expert yourself.

Free

Conservation Park

Just outside of Panama City lies this massive, verdant park, ideal for nature lovers as well as those who like to keep active. Hiking, biking trails, fascinating flora and fauna are some reasons why it's a must visit. Moreover, your four legged, furry friends are also welcome here.

Pier Park

Pier Park is a gleaming, fun hub and shopping spot at the western edge of Panama City Beach, showcases the vibrant commercial life of the city. There are numerous restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops here, and something on offer for every taste. The close access to the beach makes this a perfect place to grab some beachwear before a session in the sun or a tasty meal afterward. It is also close by numerous hotels, resorts and attractions, and features establishments that cater to family, vacationers, locals, and young people.

Gulf World Marine Park

At Gulf World Marine Park, you can experience all the sights and sounds of marine life. See firsthand the habitats of the bottlenose dolphin, California sea lion, a variety of turtle species, and much more. Be sure to check out daily shows like the parrot, reptile, and underwater shows, as well as other exciting demonstrations that are entertaining and educational. Special programs such as "Trainer for a Day," "Adventure Camp," and "Snooze with the Sea Life" give guests the chance to get a close-up experience with aquatic animals.

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Panama City Center for the Arts

19 East Fourth Street, Panama City, FL, United States, 32401

Seacrest Beach

Free

Highway 30A, Seacrest, FL, United States, 32413

Seacrest Beach is the perfect family vacation destination! There is something for everyone, including swimming either in the Gulf of Mexico or in a swimming pool, playing tennis, hiking through 1,700-acres of unmarked trails, experiencing the great shopping, or visiting the marshlands of Camp Creek Lake.

Free

Walkin' On Water Paddleboards

108 Carillon Market Street, Suite 1, Panama City Beach, FL, United States, 32408

Ever wanted to feel like you were walking on water? Well now you can by renting a stand-up paddleboard (or SUP). SUPs allow you to glide across the water like a flying fish, but without all the scales and fishy smells. Walkin' On Water Paddleboards is your go to SUP rental service in Panama City Beach. If you've never tried this fun pass time before, don't worry - the rental place offers tours and lessons for all skill levels. Â

Blue Dolphin Tours

3605 Thomas Drive, Panama City, FL, United States, 32408

If you've always wanted to swim with Dolphins up-close-and-personal, this is your chance. Blue Dolphin Tours specializes in small tours of only 6 people at most that let visitors snorkel the Florida waters and greet the wild Bottle-Nosed Dolphins in their natural habitat. Specially designed boats disturb the Dolphins as little as possible, ensuring that your interaction is peaceful and pleasurable. Although all snorkel gear is included, it is recommended that you bring a small cooler with water and other drinks along. Reservations are required, and it is recommended that for holidays and other busy weekends you make them a couple weeks in advance. Rates are $49 per person or $249 to have the boat for your party only. Don't forget to ask about their special extended tours!

September 11th Memorial

2 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL, United States, 32401

This monument, located at the end of Panama City's Public Marina is dedicated to those who lost their lives in the attacks of September 11th, 2001. Created in black marble and stainless steel, the monument evokes the twin towers of the world trade center and bears a brief inscription speaking to the solidarity and resolve felt by all Americans on that terrible day.

Panama City Diving

5512 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL, United States, 32408

Navigate the depths of the deep blue sea on a diving tour with Panama City Diving. Never been diving before? The dive center offers scuba certification courses as well as fun dives for those who have already received their certification. Panama City Divers also offers classes in free diving and spearfishing, so visitors to the shop are sure to find some watery activity to engage in. Diving near Panama City Beach will bring you up close to some of your favorite marine creatures, including dolphins, sea turtles and Goliath grouper.