Things to do in Pensacola Beach

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Pensacola Beach which includes a beach, a sunset and general coastal views
Pensacola Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a sunset
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Photo provided by Pensacola Bay Area CVB.
Pensacola Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views
Fort Pickens which includes heritage elements

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Destin: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Destin: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 23 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,428 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Pensacola Inshore Fishing Charters

Pensacola Inshore Fishing Charters

Activity duration is 4 hours
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥129,159 per traveler*
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Pensacola Inshore Fishing Charters

Pensacola Inshore Fishing Charters

Activity duration is 4 hours
2.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥129,159 per traveler*
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What to do in Pensacola Beach

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Pensacola Beach Beaches

Pensacola Beach Beaches

4.5/5(188 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pensacola Beach Beaches during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Pensacola Beach Beaches
Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier

Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier

4.5/5(787 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Pensacola Beach with a stop at Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier
Fort Pickens showing heritage elements

Fort Pickens

4.5/5(295 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Pensacola Beach with a stop at Fort Pickens. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Fort Pickens
Opal Beach

Opal Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Opal Beach during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Opal Beach
Casino Beach

Casino Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Casino Beach during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Casino Beach
Pensacola beach April 2017

Quietwater Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Quietwater Beach during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Quietwater Beach

Pensacola Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(224 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Pensacola Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Pensacola Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Pensacola Beach Boardwalk

Park West On-Leash Dog Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Park West On-Leash Dog Beach during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Park West On-Leash Dog Beach

Park East On-Leash Dog Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Park East On-Leash Dog Beach during your trip to Pensacola Beach? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Park East On-Leash Dog Beach

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Pensacola Beach

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Villa Sabine

5/5(65 area reviews)

While visiting Villa Sabine, you might make a stop by sights like Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier and Casino Beach.

Villa Sabine
Beach Vibes 🌴

Villa Segunda

If you're spending some time in Villa Segunda, Opal Beach and Santa Rosa Sound are top sights worth seeing.

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Villa Primera

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting Villa Primera, you might make a stop by sights like Pensacola Beach Beaches and Santa Rosa Sound.

Villa Primera
Awesome spaceship house on scenic drive in to Pensacola beach

Toilla Segunda

4/5(1 area review)

While Toilla Segunda might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Quietwater Beach.

Toilla Segunda
Great food

Plaza Primera

4.5/5(97 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Plaza Primera, Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Quietwater Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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White Sands

When in White Sands, you can plan a visit to Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier and Casino Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

White Sands

Popular day trips from Pensacola Beach

Gulf Breeze

Gulf Breeze

Navarre

Navarre

Pensacola Beach featuring skyline, a beach and a coastal town

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pensacola Beach worth visiting?
Famous for its family-friendly attractions and coastal beaches, discovering awesome things to do in Pensacola Beach is easy. Don't forget to add Pensacola Beach Beaches to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Pensacola Beach?
Pensacola Beach Beaches and Casino Beach are two awesome places to start your vacation adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Pensacola Beach while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Pensacola Beach?
Don't go home without exploring Pensacola Beach Beaches, rated the top tourist attraction in Pensacola Beach.
Is three days enough to stay in Pensacola Beach?
Three days in Pensacola Beach is plenty of time to visit the city's major attractions. Many guests stay for three days on average. Casino Beach, Park West On-Leash Dog Beach and Park East On-Leash Dog Beach are top-rated sights. Want to discover more? Stick around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Pensacola.
Is Pensacola Beach a walkable city?
Some top sights in Pensacola Beach, such as Casino Beach and Park West On-Leash Dog Beach, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Just 0.80 kilometers from the city center of Pensacola Beach is Villa Sabine and Plaza Primera is 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Pensacola Beach with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Browse our ideas for what to do in Pensacola Beach with kids.

What to do in Pensacola Beach for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Pensacola Beach, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Barrancas National Cemetery or Museum of Commerce.
Are there free things to do in Pensacola Beach?
From visiting parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Pensacola Beach. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. Casino Beach is a must for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.