Emerald Shores Travel Guide
Pensacola
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Popular places to visit
Pensacola Naval Air Station
After visiting Pensacola Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pensacola. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Perdido Key Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Perdido Key Beach during your trip to Pensacola? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Pensacola Bay Center
After visiting Pensacola Bay Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pensacola. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
National Museum of Naval Aviation
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in National Museum of Naval Aviation in Pensacola. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
University of West Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of West Florida during your trip to Ferry Pass. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Johnson Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Johnson Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Pensacola. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Pensacola Beach Jolly Dolphin Cruise and Scenic Bay Tour
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin & Sailing Cruise Aboard 52' Catamaran
Top hotels in Emerald Shores
The Pensacola Beach Resort
It was fun to have learned during my stay that the resort had previously been a Margaritaville property. This is an amazing property nicely located on the gulf. Huge pool, nice staff, clean, wonderful views.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Surf & Sand Hotel
Overall, the stay was okay, but it didn’t fully meet expectations. The location was convenient and the check-in process was fairly smooth, which I appreciated. The staff was polite, but not especially attentive. The room was decent, but it could’ve been cleaner and felt a bit outdated. A few small ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Staff was amazing. We had a room on the side but still saw the beach a little bit and that was good enough for us. Super easy access to the beach and clean. We didnt had their breakfast but had dinner and that was pretty good!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
It was a beautiful hotel, however, the adjoining rooms were not well insulated. The noise next to us and above us were more than any hotel we’ve stayed at. A few hooks in the large bathroom would have been nice.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Perdido Beach Resort
The room with the view to ocean was excellent. Staff professional and courteous.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pensacola Beach
Beautiful property great location the only complaint would be about breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emerald Shores
Grande Lagoon Lakes
While Grande Lagoon Lakes isn't home to many top sights, Perdido Key Beach and Perdido Bay Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Siguenza Cove
While Siguenza Cove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lost Key Golf Club and Perdido Bay Golf Club.
Navy Point
When in Navy Point, you can plan a visit to Warrington Village Shopping Center and Blackwater River State Recreation Area, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sunset Pass
When in Sunset Pass, you can plan a visit to Lost Key Golf Club and Big Lagoon State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
New Warrington
New Warrington might not have many top sights, but Blackwater River State Recreation Area and Warrington Village Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Innerarity Grants
Innerarity Grants might not have many top sights, but Lost Key Golf Club and Perdido Key State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
