An insider's guide to Pensacola
From bars and clubs to free concert series and festivals, and from solo locals to some of the world’s biggest musical acts, Pensacola rocks! Check out some of the area’s hottest spots for live music.
Break out the wetsuit and booties, and check out the unbelievable undersea beauty of our scuba Panhandle Shipwreck trail. Winter diving? You can see the difference. Visibility and sealife make winter diving the choice.
Deep sea fishing is part of the fabric of Pensacola, the unofficial Red Snapper Capital of the world. But there are so many other ways to get your fish on here, and so many beautiful, delicious fish in our Gulf, bays and waterways.
Beach Fun Awaits: Pack Your Bags and Know the Rules
Is a visit to one of the Pensacola Bay area beaches in your future? Putting a little thought into what you bring to the beach can make your stay more enjoyable. With a well-packed beach bag and knowledge of beach rules and safety, you’ll be ready to explore the beaches in Pensacola.
Top 5 Ways to Celebrate Romance in Pensacola
Pensacola — with its sugar-white beaches, turquoise surf and charming, colonial-era downtown — has become a magnet for couples looking for a romantic getaway. You’ve scored major points just by getting here, but what do you do once you’ve arrived?
Migrate to Pensacola to Explore the Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail
In Pensacola, we’re lucky to be located under the superhighway for birds, the Atlantic Flyway that stretches 3,000 miles from the Caribbean to the Arctic tundra on which a kaleidoscope of amazing birds migrates to and from their wintering grounds. We’re the official gateway to the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail of which we boast 10 stops.
Hiking Scenic Pensacola
Let me guess, you brought some hiking shoes along to the beach and you’re expecting to make a 2-hour trip to get to the nearest place with a secluded trail, woods or a quiet waterway. Well, you and your hiking shoes are in luck.
5 Places to Paddle in Pensacola
For over 30 years I've been getting my feet wet in the coastal waters of the Pensacola Bay Area. In my teen years, you'd find me in my small boat casting a line, snorkeling or having fun cruising around in Santa Rosa Sound. After all of those years, you'll still find me exploring by paddleboard, kayak or windsurfer. I'm thrilled to share some of my favorite paddleboard destinations.
Experience The Pensacola Photo Trail
Looking for the perfect selfie? Grab your selfie stick and camera and take to the Pensacola streets! We’ve compiled 15 of the most iconic photo locations in the Pensacola Bay Area to help you capture the Pensacola Experience.
Healthy Travel & Safety Information
We are committed to keeping our visitors and team members safe and informed. We’ll keep this page updated with the latest news on what’s open, what’s not, and the best information on how to enjoy the Pensacola Bay Area safely.
Margarita Mayhem in Pensacola: Where to Sip and Savor While on Vacation
Salt or no salt? Frozen or on the rocks? Those are the only decisions you’ll have to make when celebrating National Margarita Day in the Pensacola Bay Area.
Dine Perdido Key: Fine eats in your flip-flops
The best type of food can be eaten in flip-flops. In the Perdido Key area and looking for just that? Northwest Florida’s “Lost Key” has certainly kept its flavor. Check out our picks for dining in Perdido.
Top 10 Pensacola Pelicans to Find
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Roll on Down to Pensacola: Destination Proves to be Accessible for All
Sugar-white sand and emerald green water on the beaches of Pensacola are now accessible for all thanks to the installment of five Mobi-mats on Pensacola Beach.
Get your red hots – right here in Pensacola
Wieners. Frankfurters. Red hots. Coneys. Whether you like your hot dogs traditional style with onions and mustard, or maybe with more daring toppings like macaroni and cheese and pineapple, Pensacola has a hot dog for you.
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