Downtown Panama City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Panama City Marina
Explore the waterfront in Panama City with a trip to Panama City Marina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Marina Civic Center
After visiting Marina Civic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Martin Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Martin Theatre during your trip to Panama City. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida
Take the family on an outing to Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida during your trip to Panama City. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center
Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Tyndall Air Force Base
Tyndall Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach

Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach

From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry

Snorkel & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour Aboard the Footloose

Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
Top hotels in Downtown Panama City

Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina by IHG
"nice clean new hotel. everything perfect except only a kiddie pool"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
"The room was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The view spectacular. The only negative is parking."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
"Horrible got bit by bed bugs moldy shower and pets swimming in pool terrible altogether worst stay ever"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Boardwalk Beach Hotel
"We had the best experience. The staff was amazing. From check in to the restaurant, the tiki bar, and guest services. We only encountered the nicest most helpful people. The room was very clean no complaints whatsoever. Definitely will stay again"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Bikini Beach Resort
"We arrived at check in time (4pm)and had to wait over an hour for a room to be cleaned. Once we finally got in, the temperature of the room was cool if you stood in front of the AC even though it was set on 61. We left to go get supper and returned at dark. When we turned the lights on water bugs/roachs ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Panama City

Gulf Coast Development
When in Gulf Coast Development, you can plan a visit to Panama City Marina and Marina Civic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bunkers Cove
Though Bunkers Cove may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Civic Center and Panama City Marina.

Gwaltney Estate
Gwaltney Estate might not have many top sights, but Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort and Panama City Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

St Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in St Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort and Port Panama City.

Sherwood
While Sherwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port Panama City and Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort.

Highland City
While Highland City isn't home to many top sights, Panama City Marina and Marina Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
