r/panamacitybeach

I’ll be there for 4 days, give me your favorite foods!! 🔥

First and foremost what is the average cost for a cart for the weekend? I don’t think my stay allows us to park it on site, is it still worth it? Is it ok to bring along a 3 year old ?

We rarely drive down to PCB except for the annual pilgrimage to Shipwreck, a long-beloved family favorite.

Last year, Summer 2025, our family of 4 paid about $195 total to get in.

This year, there were no kid discounts, general admissions jumped, and suddenly the parking (ON A DIRT FIELD) is priced like it’s downtown Manhattan.

We shelled out over $275 — almost a 50% increase over last year —- AND had to pour out all of our water before we entered.

My spouse has been coming almost every year since he was a tot in the 1980s, but now is considering whether we should even bother next year.

How are yall feeling about it?

Howdy, I’ll be in town soon and was hoping to get some help from locals or anyone knowledgeable.

I was planning to pickup some THCa flower in town once arriving, rather than travel with my medical cannabis stash that I use for epilepsy. Florida has medical cannabis, though they don’t offer reciprocity sadly. Thankfully THCa is still legal.

Does anyone have some good Hemp or Vape Shop recommendations with a decent selection? I’m looking for THCa only, no D8 or Alt Noids. Any shops with deli style would be amazing, but even prepackaged flower or some quality THCa vapes would be cool.

Appreciate any help!

I’m just it’s been mentioned or talked about here before and most of what I’ve seen isn’t exactly what I’m looking for and if there is something in this sub that would be helpful please give me some grace.

My question is that now since we’re on the back end of the vacation season how bad will the beaches be for late afternoon/sunset and where should i go to have a beach picnic around the time of sunset. Typically i go to the access next to schooners but am not sure how crowded that area is at this point?

Hi! We are coming in a couple weeks and need a hotel for 2 nights, and I would appreciate your input an upscale hotel directly on the beach with awesome pool area and drinks, worthy of celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary and retirement. Currently have booked the Holiday Inn Resort but some reviews are negative about older rooms.

I’m also wanting to plan a half day private boating experience…. Sightseeing, shelling, fishing or just chatting with a knowledgeable boat captain. A lovely lunch picnic onboard with wine would be ideal.

Suggestions for unique dinner would also be appreciated!

Thank you in advance!

I’m getting a boat and harboring it in one of the marinas in grand Lagoon in Panama City Beach. I’m looking for a part-time Captain somebody with a reasonable amount of experience but also somebody that’s not gonna try to gouge me to break my bank.

Hey! My boyfriend and I are going to Panama City Beach in September, and his 21st birthday happens to be during the trip! 🎉

We’re looking for recommendations for really good food spots, fun activities/attractions (Ripley’s-type stuff, mini golf, etc.), and anything else we absolutely shouldn’t miss while we’re there.

I’m 17, so we’re specifically looking for things that aren’t 21+ only that we can do together. He’ll obviously be turning 21 while we’re there, so any birthday-specific suggestions are welcome too!

What are your favorite places in PCB? 👀

Does anyone have any recommendations for local souvenir shops to support in PCB? In the past I've gone to the chains like Alvin's Island that are a dime a dozen, but this year I'd really like to avoid places like that and patron local small businesses if possible.

I am looking for a beach/place that is kind of chill, quiet, where I can rent a chair for the day and enjoy the sound of the ocean. I want to be able to wear my speedo without too much judgment and escape the hustle and bustle of the world. Recommendations? I’ll only be there for 2 days. A gay beach would be nice but not required. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks

Just a reminder - early voting started today for the primary. Super easy / no lines. The county website shows all of the polling locations. I went to Frank Brown park and was in and out in 5 minutes. Polls are open until 6pm.

We are youn married couple looking for friends and some extra fun. We are visiting and looking for friends and see what happens