Play on World Famous Beaches
Are you ready for a Florida beach vacation? You simply can't go wrong when it comes to choosing the perfect beach in the Pensacola Bay Area.
Things to Do in Pensacola
The Pensacola Bay Area is famous for its natural beauty and historic culture - yet it never stops accommodating the latest attractions and events.
A unique destination where locals and tourists alike find themselves enjoying a vast array of adventures and experiences. From the hustle and bustle of the Uptown area to the brick paved sidewalks of Downtown to miles and miles of shoreline...museums, outdoor activities, fine dining, festivals, concerts, and award-winning sugar-white beaches are only a glimpse of what Pensacola has in store for you!
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Find Adventures that Fit Your Family
Add one part activity, one part relaxation, and one part value, and you'll see why this area provides the perfect recipe for an unforgettable & affordable family vacation.
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From pristine, tranquil beaches to sensational historical museums, Pensacola has attractions that will create amazing memories of your Gulf Coast getaway.
Discover Downtown Pensacola
Pensacola is known for its laid-back, coastal way-of-life, its long history and diverse culture. You’ll find all that and a few surprises in the heart of the city’s downtown.
Discover Pensacola Bay’s Outdoor Bounty
Experience the ultimate adventure! Combine our climate with this unique geography, and you get so many opportunities for outdoor activities, we bet you can't pick just one.
Explore 450 Years of History
Consider yourself a history buff? Regardless of where your love of history falls, Pensacola offers centuries of stories and sites to explore.
Multicultural
Pensacola is called the “City of Five Flags” because five governments have ruled here, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Our culture is a jambalaya of flavors – Native American, African, Latin, European and Asian – each adding to the richness of our shared heritage.
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Gulf Islands National Seashore
Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key both are home to the longest stretch of federally protected seashore in the United States. You'll find endless opportunities for solitude and relaxation and miles of unobstructed views and access to the Gulf. A short hike, bike ride, or kayak trip always ensures a swath of beach, sans humans.
It’s a Dog’s Life on the Beach
Dogs need vacations, too, and just like their owners, they want to have fun.
10 Things You Must Do on a Trip to Pensacola
Whoever said Pensacola only has white sandy beaches, must have never read our take on the top 10 "to do's" on a trip to the Bay Area! Check out everything Pensacola has to offer starting here.
25 Fun, Free Things to Do in Pensacola
Some of the best things in life are free, and this is certainly true in the Pensacola Bay Area. Here's a list of 25 fun, free things to do in Pensacola.