What is Panama City Beach Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly vacation destination, you might want to think about Panama City Beach. Here you'll find an interesting array of activities sure to delight both kids and parents alike. From beaches to dolphin tours , Panama City Beach has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day checking out top attractions like Shipwreck Island Waterpark, WonderWorks and Gulf World Marine Park. When you're ready to kick back after a day of fun with the kids, Panama City Beach has various places to stay, such as family hotels with swimming pools and hotels with suites for families. You can pick from 300 Panama City Beach accommodations to find one you and the entire family will enjoy.

What Are Some Places to Stay with Kids in Panama City Beach?

Our travelers have rated these as their favorite kid-friendly hotels:

Radisson Hotel Panama City Beach - Oceanfront

Beachfront hotel within walking distance of Gulf World Marine Park
• • Kid's meals • Free parking • Free continental breakfast • Outdoor pool • Central location



Laketown Wharf by Emerald View Resorts

Family-friendly condo with kitchen, near Ripley's Believe It or Not
• • Kid's pool • Free supervised children's activities • Free parking • Restaurant • Central location



Holiday Inn Resort Panama City Beach

3.5-star beachfront hotel with beach bar, near Shipwreck Island Waterpark
• • Kid's meals • Kid's pool • Free parking • Free cribs • Central location



Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort by Resort Collection

4-star beach condo resort with golf course, near Shipwreck Island Waterpark
• • 11 outdoor pools • Restaurant • In-room kitchens • Convenience store • Attentive staff



Days Inn by Wyndham Panama City Beach/Ocean Front

Beachfront hotel with pool bar, near Shipwreck Island Waterpark
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free continental breakfast • Outdoor pool • Central location

What Should I See and Do with Kids in Panama City Beach?

You’ll discover that Panama City Beach and the surrounding area offers lots of entertaining things to do while you're out and about with the kids. Here are some ideas to make your stay educational and fun:

Parks
• • St. Andrews State Park
• • Camp Helen State Park
• • Conservation Park

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Ripley's Believe It or Not
• • Museum of Man in the Sea

Sights & Landmarks
• • Shipwreck Island Waterpark
• • Pier Park
• • WonderWorks

Food & Drink
• • Firefly
• • Saltwater Grill
• • Dusty's Oyster Bar