Chill out in the Pensacola Bay Area

As the heat continues to rise, chill out this summer in the Pensacola Bay Area. Come relax by our beautiful beaches or enjoy leisure shopping and dining, and watch your troubles melt away.

10 Ways to Cool Off This Summer

1. Take a historical tour underneath the shade at Ft. Pickens
2. Let the masseuses at Massage Envy help you relax
3. Explore the National Naval Aviation Museum and check out The Magic of Flight and Grand Canyon Adventure at the IMAX Theatre
4. Shop for cool finds at Cordova Mall
5. Dive underwater and let Bay Breeze Aquatics take you snorkeling
6. Slide down one of Pensacola Beach’s two waterslides
7. Enjoy a refreshing daiquiri at Bamboo Willie’s or The Dock
8. Experience underwater life indoors at the Gulfarium
9. Canoe down the refreshing waters of Coldwater Creek
10. Feel the breeze on the track at Fast Eddie’s

Try a Refreshing Strawberry Cobia Salad

Grab these ingredients to make this delicious dish from the kitchen of Pensacola Celebrity Chef Jim Shirley:

• 2 6-ounce cobia fillets
• 6 strips applewood-smoked bacon
• 2 shallots, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 pint strawberries, sliced
• ¼ cup white wine
• 2 bunches fresh spinach
• 4 ounces Sweet Home Farm blue cheese
• ½ cup toasted pecans
• Salt and pepper to taste

Need a moment to yourself?

The Pensacola Bay Area is a relaxing getaway for individuals. From a lone walk on the beach while searching for seashells to joining a crowd at one of our free weekly events, you’re sure to feel rejuvenated. Head Downtown and roam the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum or enjoy a nice concert in the park at Evenings in Olde Seville Square. Whatever you choose to do while visiting, let the Pensacola Bay Area be your destination for a tranquil escape.

Share Your Thoughts…

There are many relaxing things to do in the Pensacola Bay Area while vacationing in solitude. Visit our blog to see more ideas of things to do alone and to share your ideas of solo activities.