Plan a Trip to Pensacola Beach

Want to enjoy a vacation getaway in Sunny Florida? Consider planning an escape to Pensacola Beach. There's plenty to see and do in this beautiful Northwest Florida community!

You'll be able to enjoy spending time on some of the most beautiful of all the beaches located along the Gulf of Mexico, as well as visit a number of additional attractions.

Pensacola Beach

What to Do

Enjoy the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico in a casual, resort atmosphere when you visit Pensacola Beach. Whether you want to enjoy kicking back and relaxing on the white sand beaches, participate in water sports, or engage in some serious shopping and dining, you'll find plenty to keep you occupied when you travel to Pensacola beach.

Possible pastimes include deep sea fishing, sailing, kayaking, and more. You can even rent a jet ski or spend a day getting pampered in a luxury spa.

Where to Stay

No matter what type of accommodations you prefer, you'll likely find what you're looking for here. All types of accommodations are available here, ranging from privately owned rental properties to a wide array of hotel and motel properties to campgrounds.

There's something for every budget and taste. Keep in mind that beach accommodations book quickly during peak season and for special occasions, so it's advisable to make reservations before traveling to the area.

Pensacola Beach Information

To learn more about visiting Pensacola Beach, see www.VisitPensacolaBeach.com.

There are plenty of things to do in the City of Pensacola as well, so plan to spend a little time away from the beach while you're visiting the area.

National Museum of Naval Aviation

Pensacola is home to the National Museum of Naval Aviation, an attraction that is not to be missed. Anyone who's interested in military history or aviation will be enthralled by this amazing facility. An official museum of the U.S. Department of Navy, the museum is located on Pensacola's Naval Air Station, also widely known as the home of the Blue Angels.

The museum houses an impressive collection of over military aircraft and related items, including flight gear, medals, weaponry, and more. Over 150 planes used by the Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard are on display, including several Blue Angels Skyhawks planes, a Harrier, a Tomahawk, and many other aircraft.

You can also get a sense of what it's like to fly on board a motion based Flight Simulator or view The Magic of Flight on the 7 story IMAX screen. The National Museum of Naval Aviation is recognized as one of the top air and space museums in the world.

Historic Pensacola Village

History buffs will greatly enjoy visiting Historic Pensacola Village when visiting the area. Located in the city's National Register Historic District, the village includes nearly 30 historic homes and other buildings from the 19^th Century, eleven of which are open for public tours Tuesday through Saturday.

Visitors can enjoy walking through several structures, including in-depth visits to the French-Creole Lavalle House and the Old Christ Church. Additionally, admission to Historic Pensacola Village also includes 45 minute walking tour that covers part of the city's beautiful and interesting historic district, featuring a guided tour of the Barkley House.

Ready to Plan Your Northwest Florida Vacation?

Are you ready to set aside some time to visit Pensacola Beach and the City of Pensacola with your family? For more information on planning a trip to the area, see www.visitpensacola.com, the official website of the Pensacola Bay Area Chamber of Commerce's tourism division.