Welcome to Panama City Beach
Upscale living with immediate beach access
Panama City Beach is one of the most desirable residential areas for premier real estate along the Emerald Coast. Its countless miles of sugary, white sand beaches, elite culinary experiences, prime entertainment, and luxurious living opportunities surround a culturally-rich community. With a focus on eco-tourism and recreation, Panama City Beach is no mere beach town — it’s an iconic subtropical destination.
Thoughtfully-planned gated communities with beach access offer privacy in proximity to exceptional restaurants and shopping. Affluent communities are home to three-story single-family properties with open floor plans, massive estates with private pools, and quaint cottages with tree-lined lots. Meanwhile, conveniently located high-rise condominiums offer exclusive amenities and views overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
What to Love
- Convenient location close to famous beaches
- Out-of-this-world seafood around every corner
- State parks with ample recreational activities
- Stunning beachfront views
Local Lifestyle
While Panama City Beach’s emerald waters and soft sand bring a steady stream of visitors year-round, this oceanfront community has not lost any of its laid-back charms. When locals aren’t fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the constant Florida sunshine, they frequent small businesses and locally-owned restaurants. In every corner of Panama City Beach, you can find an easygoing atmosphere steeped in Southern hospitality.
Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
Sample some of the Gulf of Mexico’s freshest seafood at
The Grand Marlin, a waterfront seafood restaurant with a rotating menu full of chef-inspired dishes like she-crab soup, locally-caught snapper, and fried shrimp, and more.
Both locals and visitors flock to
Captain Anderson’s for its flavorful fare. Dubbed the “Best Seafood Restaurant” by Southern Living, it’s no surprise this waterfront restaurant has become a long-held favorite for all things seafood. Enjoy delectable entrees like cedar plank salmon, jumbo crab cakes, and famous seafood platters while watching fishing vessels bring in their catches from the neighboring marina.
Located in the heart of Panama City Beach is
Pier Park, a popular open-air shopping complex. You can find a wide range of high-end shops and luxurious boutiques here along well-maintained sidewalks with views of the Gulf of Mexico. From trendy stores like Dahlia’s Boutique to popular staples like American Eagle and specialty shops like Coastal Soles, there’s something for every shopper. Find high-quality sunhats, jewelry, and handbags at
Coastal Casuals, or explore
Ron Jon Surf Shop and its eclectic selection of beach merchandise for a new swimsuit. Roving all 124 stores inside Pier Park can be tiring, so be sure to stop for a bit of fun inside the complex’s many entertainment venues. Enjoy a movie at
Grand IMAX Pier Park 16, or head out for an evening of live music and dancing at Pier Park’s world-class honky-tonk
Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge.
Things to Do
Camp Helen State Park is a one-stop destination for all things outdoor recreation. Traverse hiking trails through some of Northern Florida’s most beautiful landscapes or beat the heat at the park’s coastal dune lake with a cooling dip in its sparkling waters. With freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities available, grab a pole before you explore the park’s 180 acres.
Panama City Beach is home to a variety of fun-filled events. You can find live music at highly-popular annual festivals like the
Seabreeze Annual Jazz Festival and SandJam Fest. At
Pirates of the High Seas, families come together for a week-long event celebrating the pirates who once sailed the Gulf of Mexico and laid plunder on its sandy shores. An assortment of activities is available during the event, including staged pirate battles, parades, live music, firework displays, and an in-person and online treasure hunt.
Schools
The community of Panama City Beach is served by
Bay District Schools. Institutions of note include:
