7 Day Beach Vacation: The Ultimate Panama City Beach Itinerary

Looking for a fun-filled spring vacation destination? Look no further than Panama City Beach! With plenty of activities and attractions to keep everyone in the family entertained, PCB is the perfect place to spend your vacation.

In order for you to truly enjoy your vacation and take the stress of planning, we have prepared the Ultimate Panama City Beach Itinerary, perfect for a seven-day vacation. Read on to find out what PCB has in store for you and your family!

Day One:

Start your vacation off right by spending a day at one of Panama City Beach’s many award-winning beaches. With over 27 miles of sugar-white sand and emerald green waters, you’ll find the perfect spot to relax and soak up some sun. Don’t forget to pack your sunscreen!

After a day at the beach, head over to Pier Park for some shopping, dining, and entertainment. With over 125 stores and restaurants, Pier Park has something for everyone. Be sure to catch a movie at the Grand IMAX Theater or ride the SkyWheel for breathtaking views of the Gulf Coast.

End your day with a sunset cruise aboard the Solaris yacht. This two-hour cruise features live music, a full cash bar, and an incredible view of the sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico.

Day Two:

Spend your second day exploring all that Panama City Beach has to offer. Start by visiting Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, where you’ll see over 500 bizarre and interesting artifacts. Then, take a walk on the wild side at Gulf World Marine Park and get up close and personal with dolphins, penguins, sharks, and more.

Next, head over to Panama City Beach Winery for a tour and tasting. With over 30 different wines to choose from, you’re sure to find a new favorite. Afterward, grab a bite to eat at one of the many great restaurants in Panama City Beach.

End your day with a stroll along the Boardwalk. With over 600 feet of shops and restaurants, the Boardwalk is the perfect place to find souvenirs and grab a bite to eat. We recommend dining at The Saltwater Grill where you can relish their exquisite seafood cuisine while enjoying the dazzling views of the Gulf Coast’s only walk-through aquarium, for an up-close look at the sea life that inhabits the Gulf of Mexico.

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Day Three:

On your third day in Panama City Beach, take a break from the sun and enjoy some indoor activities. Start your day at Coconut Creek Family Fun Park, where you can enjoy their tropical themed 18 hole mini-golf courses and test your navigational skills at their Giant Maze. Then, head to the Panama City Beach Arcade for some classic arcade games and fun.

After lunch, visit WonderWorks, an interactive museum with over 100 hands-on exhibits. Then, test your putt-putt skills at one of the many mini golf courses in Panama City Beach.

End your day with a trip to Race City, Panama City Beach's largest amusement center where you can race on go-karts, ride the roller coasters and thrill rides, drive bumper cars and more. With an abundance of rides and attractions, Race City is the perfect place to spend a fun-filled day.

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Day Four:

On your fourth day in Panama City Beach, spend an entire day of fun in the water with the entire family by heading over to Shipwreck Island Waterpark, where you can ride slides, float down lazy rivers, and more. Ranked as one of the top 5 Water Parks in America by Trip Advisor, Shipwreck Island is a must-visit for any family vacationing in Panama City Beach.

You won't want to miss The Great Shipwreck (Zip from the Ship), a signature attraction at the Waterpark featuring a 17th century sailing ship replica with a zip-line that takes you straight into a blue lagoon pool.

Also, be sure to check out the Rapid River Run, Zoom Flume and Skull Island, three of the most popular slides at the Waterpark. And don't forget, kids ages two and under always swim for free.

Day Five:

Spend your fifth day in Panama City Beach exploring the arts and culture of the area. Start your day at the Panama City Center for the Arts, where you can see exhibits from local artists. Then, head over to Gulf Coast State College Museum of Fine Arts, where you can see rotating exhibits from artists all over the world.

After lunch, visit the Panama City Beach History Museum, where you can learn about the history of the area. Then, take a stroll through St. Andrews State Park, where you’ll find miles of hiking trails and pristine beaches.

End your day with a performance by the Panama City Symphony orchestra. With over 50 performances per year, the POPS is one of the premier orchestras in the Southeast.

Day Six:

On your sixth day in Panama City Beach, explore some of the other great attractions that the area has to offer. Start your day by visiting the Panama City Marina, where you can go fishing, take a boat tour, or just enjoy the morning views. Then, head over to the Panama City Beach Aquatic Center, where you can swim laps in the Olympic-sized pool or take a water aerobics class.

Then, take a walk on the wild side at ZooWorld Zoological and Botanical Park, where you can see over 200 animals from all over the world. The zoo features a variety of animals, from tigers and lions to reptiles and primates. You can feed the alligators, snuggle a lemur and meet the giraffes, making it a truly unique experience for the whole family.

End your day with a trip to Panama City Beach’s only escape room, The Island Escape. Test your problem-solving skills as you try to escape from one of the five themed rooms. Can you solve the puzzles and escape in time?

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Day Seven:

On your seventh and final day in Panama City Beach, spend some time relaxing on the beach or exploring more of the beach landmarks that the area has to offer. We recommend to take a day trip to visit Shell Island, where you can find miles of unspoiled beaches and crystal-clear waters. You would need to take the Shell Island shuttle or boat over to the island, which makes the experience even more exciting.

Once you arrive, you can relax in the sun, go shelling, or take a swim. The Island's pristine beach water and wide variety of colorful shells make it a perfect place to spend your final day in Panama City Beach.

After a long day at the beach, end your day by admiring the sunset at the Panama City Beach Pier or M.B. Miller county pier, the longest pier on the Gulf of Mexico. And don't forget your camera to capture the beautiful colors of the sunset.

Summary

As you can see, there are plenty of reasons to visit Panama City Beach for a fun and exciting family vacation. With its beautiful beaches, great attractions, and endless activities, Panama City Beach is the perfect place to spend a week with the family. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your trip