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About the Destination
Panama City Beach (PCB) is located in the northwestern part of the state of Florida and is the perfect place for a memorable beach getaway, offering all the amenities desired by those looking for an ideal warm-weather beach vacation. The destination – best known for its 27 miles of sugar-white sands bordering the clear, turquoise waters of the Gulf—was named the world’s No. 2 “Emerging Destination” by Trip Advisor. With 320 days of sunshine annually, the area has long been favored by travelers seeking year-round fun for families. From accessible beaches and serene nature trails to sensory-friendly attractions and tranquil dining spots, PCB is committed to making your stay safe, comfortable and full of fun. Embrace the freedom to explore, relax and create unforgettable memories at the Real. FUN. Beach—where fun truly is for everyone. Those seeking an authentic, fun and high-quality beach experience should dive into Panama City Beach and make it yours! The hardest part of planning your itinerary will be deciding what to do first.
The SkyWheel is a giant ferris wheel and similar to the London Eye. What’s really awesome though is the fact that all of the SkyWheel’s pods, except for one, are wheelchair accessible.
Accessible Hotels
Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort, 16006 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 328-5545
Candlewood Suites Panama City Beach Pier, an IHG Hotel, 16920 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 249-4126
Hampton Inn & Suites, 15505 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 235-4650
Hyatt Place Panama City Beach, 15727 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 234-6100
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham PCB Pier Park, 17710 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 483-1158
Majestic Beach Resorts, 10901 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 563-1000
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront, 12513 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 230-6004
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Panama City Beach – Beachfront, an IHG Hotel, 12907 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 238-8848
Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort, 17403 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 234-2154
TownePlace Suites Panama City Beach Pier Park, 16000 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 233-2311
Accessible Things to Do and See
Camp Helen State Park, 23937 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 233-5059
Conservation Park, 100 Conservation Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32413. (850) 233-5045
Shipwreck Island Waterpark, 12201 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-3333
St. Andrews State Park, 4607 State Park Ln, Panama City, FL 32408, (850) 708-6100)
Big Blue Dive Boat, 239 E Beach Dr, Panama City, FL 32401, (850) 896-9755
Duplin Winery, 10101 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (910) 289-3888
Panama City Diving, 106 Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, (850) 588-8077
Sea Dragon Pirate Cruises, 5325 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City, FL 32408, (850) 234-7400
SkyWheel, 15700 L C Hilton Jr Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 888-0020
The Powder Room, 106 Griffin Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 249-1003
Water Planet Dolphin Swim Tours, 5709 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, (850) 230-6030
WonderWorks, 9910 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 249-7000
Gulf World Marine Park, 15412 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 234-5271
Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditorium, 9907 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 230-6113
Pier Park, 600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 236-9962
Accessible Restaurants
Pineapple Willy’s, 9875 S Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, (850) 235-0928
The Wicked Wheel, 10025 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 588-7947
The Grand Marlin, 5323 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, (850) 249-1500
Runaway Island Restaurant, 14521 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 634-4884
Sunrise Café & Bakery, 10616 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 588-6795
Schooner’s Last Local Beach Club, 5121 Gulf Dr, Panama City, FL 32408, (850) 235-3555
Capt. Anderson’s Restaurant and Waterfront Market, 5551 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City, FL 32408, (850) 234-2225
FireFly, 535 Richard Jackson Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, (850) 446-7652
Barefoot Hide-A-Way Grill, 15405 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 249-2031
Thomas Donut and Snack Shop, 19208 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 234-8039
Margaritaville – Panama City Beach, 16230 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, (850) 235-7870
5 Accessibility Tips
Travel More Comfortably On Our White Sands. Three rental companies in PCB provided beach wheelchairs for comfortable travel on sand. For powered beach wheelchairs, reservations can be made through Beach Powered Mobility.
Traverse Our Beautiful Beaches
Several locations in PCB offer mobility mats (Mobi-mats) to enhance beach accessibility. These include key spots near popular beach access points, such as M.B. Miller County Pier and Russell-Fields Pier.
Pick Up A Braille Visitor Guide & Try The Baytown Trolley They are available at the PCB Welcome Center and on the Bay Town Trolley. The Trolley covers many areas in Panama City Beach and welcomes service animals and offers sign language interpreters
Take In A PCB Sunset
There are many locations to view a sunset around Panama City Beach. The Skywheel, Russell-Fields City Pier or St. Andrews Park are just a few examples that also welcome service animals.
Enjoy A Quieter Vacation
Avoid crowds and excessive noise while taking full advantage of a relaxing beach during quieter times. Typically, these are the mornings or evenings. Staying on the West End in Panama City Beach means quieter times all around. You are still a few minutes away from tons of fun but can find less crowded options.