Itinerary: Spend a Fall Day in Pensacola

Enjoy the cool breeze that enters the air when Fall comes around. Take a glance at this itinerary for a great way to enjoy a fall day in Pensacola.

Fall Morning

8:00 AM Coffee

Start your day with a burst of energy! Head downtown to enjoy coffee from the cozy Bodacious Cafe or trendy Maker's Cafe and Espresso Bar.

10:00 AM Bike Ride

Enjoy a peaceful fall ride through Pensacola as you discover over 460 years of history. Follow scenic bike routes along Pensacola Bay, stop for local shopping, and work up an appetite for a warm meal at a local favorite. Need some guidance? Downtown bike tours are also available to help you out.

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Fall Afternoon

12:00 PM Lunch

Pause your adventure for a laid-back lunch downtown. Warm up with wine and hearty bites at The Wine Bar, share small plates at Carmen's Lunch Bar & Tapas, savor seasonal dishes with bayfront views at Jaco's Bayfront Bar and Grille, or enjoy Irish fare and a pint at the iconic O'Riley's Irish Pub. Each spot offers inviting flavors and a nice break on a crisp fall day.

2:00 PM Ghost Tour

Go on a tour to uncover the rich history and spooky side of Pensacola! Historic Pensacola hosts annual Haunted House Walking and Trolley Tours through downtown streets and centuries-old cemeteries. Go Retro offers downtown and cemetery ghost walks, a kids' ghost tour, and a Haunted House Investigation where guests use actual ghost-hunting equipment inside a home feature on Syfy's Haunted Collector.

For the ultimate way to get in the fall spirit, you've got to check out Pensacola History and Hauntings Tours and Events. The Spirits of Seville Quarter Ghost Tour and Lunch offers a guided examination of the restaurant with a meal. There are also several fun tours for the fall, so be sure and check them all out. Pensacola's spooky tours bring local history back to life in the fall.

4:00 PM Attend an Event

Celebrate the season with a full lineup of Halloween fun all over Pensacola. Enjoy over 60 rides, live music, and family-friendly fun at the Pensacola Interstate Fair that takes place annually in October.

Keep the chills coming at Boo at the Zoo at the Gulf Breeze Zoo, wander the costumed crowds at Beach-O-Ween on Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, and join the spooky street party during the Halloween-themed Gallery Night downtown.

For even more fall adventures, check out the Foo Foo Festival. It's a 12 day celebration of arts, culture, music, and more.

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Fall Evening

6:00 PM Dinner

Have a restful meal with Pensacola's ocean views and autumn breezes. Indulge in Gulf-to-table flavors at Red Fish Blue Fish, savor fresh seafood at The Grand Marlin, or enjoy Japanese cuisine with a sunset backdrop at Bonsai. Each offers a friendly setting to celebrate the flavors of fall along the water.

8:00 PM Nightlife or Relax

As day comes to an end, choose your way to spend the night. Sip seasonal brews at Perfect Plain Brewing Co. or Odd Colony Brewing Company, enjoy craft cocktails at The Kennedy, The Well, or catch live music at Seville Quarter, Vinyl Music Hall, or The Handlebar. Not in the mood for nightlife? Enjoy a sweet treat from Bubba's Sweet Spot.

Adventure, good food, and time spent by Pensacola's emerald waters makes any fall day here unforgettable.

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