Bring the Kids to the Beach and Watch Them Have Fun!

Traveling to the beach with kids can be an opportunity for some amazing experiences and memories. When it comes to Panama City Beach attractions, there’s no shortage of things to do that are kid and family friendly.  

Gulf World Marine Park

At Gulf World, you’ll see live animal shows, fascinating exhibits, and you’ll experience hands-on interaction with the animals. Whether it’s the whiskers of a sea lion touching your nose or tasting the salt from a dolphin splash, Gulf World Marine Park creates memories for your entire family. Take a deep breath and introduce your kids to the experience of a lifetime!

Ripley’s Believe it or Not!

Experience fun and exciting exhibits in the famous Ripley\’s Odditorium at Panama City Beach!  Enjoy the New, Interactive Cargo Hold with over 500 artifacts and exhibits including portraits of famous people made out of unique items such as nail polish, packing tape, crayons, and guitar pics. See the most unique people that were part of Ripley\’s life and measure yourself next to the World\’s tallest man. Check out artifacts collected from Asia, Africa, South America, Europe, and North America in a fun and interactive way.  The Titanic gallery has interesting and some little known facts about the most famous shipwreck of the 20th century.

WonderWorks

This is an amazing Panama City Beach attraction where scientific principles and fun come together to provide an unrivaled educational experience. Compete with yourself or friends in the interactive game facility and scientific displays. Over 100 exhibits and challenges await!

Shell Island

Escape the crowded beach for quality family time. Pack a picnic, plenty of beach games and snorkel gear on your rented pontoon boat and head over to beautiful and pristine Shell Island for the day. The best part is that there are no other tourists or tour guides on your boat, you are the captain — but don\’t fret, it\’s a mere 5 minute trip.

Dolphin Discovery Tour

Kids love dolphins. Period. On this tour you’ll journey to Shell Island. While off the coast of this natural treasure you will encounter some of the most fascinating marine creatures on the planet. First, you will be ferried from beautiful Bay Point Marina through St. Andrews Bay. Then you will anchor up off the Shell Island coast and interact with dolphins.

Family Fishing Excursion

The kids fishing excursion is designed to introduce kids and young anglers to the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Not only is this trip educational, but there is plenty of opportunity to catch popular game fish such as redfish, snapper, flounder and more.