Panama City

Panama City

Things to Do in Panama City

14 curated spots from Panama City itineraries

Activities & Attractions (6)

Frank Brown Park
Doafternoon

Frank Brown Park

Relax in this urban-green space with bay views, short paths, and industrial pier structures.

1h 30m
Free
Harpoon Harry's
Donight

Harpoon Harry's

Cozy dive bar with live music, pool table; private corner seating.

1h 30m
$12-18 per person
Panama City Beach
Domorning

Panama City Beach

Stroll powdery white sands, swim in calm Gulf waters, relax on towels; 10-min walk from hotel.

2h
Free
Pier Park
Doafternoon

Pier Park

Walk this outdoor mall with industrial-style shops, street murals (art element), and benches; photo ops.

1h 30m
Free
Pineapple Willy's Patio Bar
Donight

Pineapple Willy's Patio Bar

Enjoy live acoustic music from secluded tables; craft beers and ocean views.

1h 30m
$10-15 per person
ZooWorld
Domorning

ZooWorld

View animals in creative enclosures with art-like sculptures; quiet paths.

2h
$20/person

Restaurants & Food (8)

Back Porch Seafood
Eatevening

Back Porch Seafood

Fresh shrimp boil or blackened grouper; rustic wooden interior.

1h 10m
$16-24 per person
Firefly
Eatevening

Firefly

Go for crab cakes or grilled snapper; intimate bistro vibe with dim lighting.

1h 15m
$18-25 per person
Papa Joe's Oyster Bar
Eatafternoon

Papa Joe's Oyster Bar

Oysters on half-shell or po'boy; nautical-industrial decor.

1h
$14-22 per person
Runaway Island
Eatmorning

Runaway Island

Order beach pancakes or shrimp & grits; casual harbor-view spot with indoor-out seating.

1h
$12-20 per person
Schlotzsky's
Eatafternoon

Schlotzsky's

Order original sandwich or salad; casual counter-service with shaded patio.

50m
$10-16 per person
Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant
Eatafternoon

Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant

Try fresh fish tacos or oyster po'boy; lively but has quiet deck tables.

1h
$15-22 per person
Thomas Donut Shop
Eatmorning

Thomas Donut Shop

Grab fresh donuts and coffee; quick, no-frills local favorite.

45m
$8-12 per person
Waffle House
Eatmorning

Waffle House

Classic waffles all-star or hashbrown bowl; 24/7 diner with vinyl booths.

50m
$9-14 per person

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