Dining Downtown
From food trucks, pub fare, and down-home casual eateries to white-tablecloth establishments, downtown is the heart – and palate – of Pensacola.
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.
Founded by Spanish sailor Don Tristan de Luna in 1559, the Pensacola Bay Area was the first European settlement in the New World. Over the centuries, the flags of Spain, Britain, France, the Confederacy and the United States have flown over the “City of Five Flags.”
Downtown Basics
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Shopping Downtown
The downtown area is blossoming on all fronts, with an explosion of growth and quaint shops along a colorful Crepe Myrtle lined-streets.
Discover the History
Pensacola’s downtown area is full of historic sites, but the truth is that with more than 450 years of history behind it, every step you take on its brick sidewalks or city parks is a part of our country’s earliest days and memories.
Downtown Lodging
From laid-back and unpretentious to luxurious and opulent, the Pensacola Bay Area offers accommodations for every flavor — all just minutes from our world-class beaches and historic downtown.
Must-See Attractions Downtown
Downtown-focused Events
Here are a few events to experience in downtown Pensacola. Be sure to view our full calendar so you don't miss a thing!
October 7
Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Opening Night
Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola 118 South Palafox Place Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 595-3882
October 8
3rd Annual BrunchFest
Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola 130 E Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 684-2045
October 8
Gulf Coast Summer Fest — Jazz Edition
Downtown Pensacola
301 W Main Street Pensacola, Florida 32501 (850) 432-0800
October 11
Live Music Wednesdays w/ Allie Bryan
Downtown Pensacola
21 W Romana Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 439-4821
October 12
Disney Junior Live: Costume Palooza
Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola 118 South Palafox Place Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 595-3880
October 13
Grand Opening and Art Reception at ICON Modern Art Gallery
Downtown Pensacola
213 South Alcaniz Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 (770) 771-9296
October 13
Rodney Carrington
Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola 118 South Palafox Place Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 595-3880
October 14
Opera Al Fresco
Downtown Pensacola
1200 E Anderson St. Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 433-6737
October 14
Live Music Every Saturday!
Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola 42 E Garden St Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 226-2720
October 14
The Belonging Co. Worship Tour
Downtown Pensacola
Downtown Pensacola 118 South Palafox Place Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 595-3882