Santa Monica Travel Guide
Panama City Beach
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Popular places to visit
Alys Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Alys Beach, a popular beach in Panama City Beach. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
Pier Park
Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.
Rosemary Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rosemary Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the cycling trails.
Panama City Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?
Carillon Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carillon Beach during your travels in West Panama City Beach? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
With crashing wave pools, towering slides and whitewater rapids, expect to leave this Panama City Beach waterpark completely soaked and smiling.
Things to do
Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
Original CRUISIN TIKIS 3 Hour Cruise, Snorkel, Swim/float Sandbar
90 Minute Sunset Tiki Boat Tour
Top hotels in Santa Monica
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Great stay. Only thing was it was cold and the hot tub didnt work. We paid amenity fees and couldnt use said amenities.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Boardwalk Beach Hotel
Lynn who’s the lady who helped me book my reservation was amazing, she’s the reason my children enjoyed their spring break. I would say the resort in itself can use so cleanliness all around especially with the indoor pool . The rooms can use an update as well including new carpet and curtains . ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Yes nice
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Needs investment, great potential with the right management,staff was very good.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
This staff was absolutely incredible! Very clean, housekeeping was fantastic. The manager, Jessica, was an absolute gem and helped us with an on the fly hotel switch and she was so welcoming and extremely accommodating! Breakfast was fresh and very well managed considering the number of guests. The ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
Absolutely disgusting. Broken entry/exit door handles. Stained sheets! Everything smelled so awful. The smoke alarm battery chirped all night. The bathroom was so gross, red splatters on the counters, dirty footprints in the shower. Lights were burned out, outlets didn't work. Cigarette burns all ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Laguna Beach Estates
When in Laguna Beach Estates, you can plan a visit to Pier Park and Carillon Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Laguna Beach
Beaches and golf courses are some things travellers note about Laguna Beach. Check out Museum of Man in the Sea or Pier Park while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Miramar Beach
Though Miramar Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museum of Man in the Sea and Pier Park.
El Centro Beach
Though El Centro Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pier Park and Museum of Man in the Sea.
Inlet Beach
Inlet Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park.
