Driving the Area

• Right turns are permitted at red lights when traffic is clear unless marked otherwise.
• Avoid driving on unpaved shoulders.
• Driving with an open container of alcohol in the vehicle is prohibited.

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FISHING/DIVING/BOATING

• SunCruz Casinos is based out of Sun Harbor Marina, next to Hathaway Bridge, and offers 2 trips daily. Slots Machines, Black Jack Tables. Buffet included.
• "Magic Moment" Charters is based out of the Bay Point Marina and offers trolling, bottom fishing, bill fishing, sunset cruises, & more! This air conditioned 44' Henriques Sportfisherman is certified with a cruising capacity up to 26 passengers. Her oversized cockpit provides ample room for fishing and party charters. Call Capt. Brad Stabler at 850-233-9892.
• Captain Bob's Boat Rentals is also located at the Bay Point Marina and offers Pontoon Boats and Jet Ski's rentals. Call Capt. Bob at 850-230-0202.
• Shell Island Tours located next to the Treasure Ship on Thomas Drive in Panama City Beach, FL. Next to the Sea Screamer and Sea Dragon Pirate Ship. 1-800-227-0132 For boat rentals, kayaks and waverunners. The perfect way to discover Shell Island's natural beauty.
• Panama City Beach Airboat Adventures located at the Beach Side of West Bay Bridge on Hwy 79, 5 miles from Panama City Beach, FL 850-230-3822 Ride the Swampvette, an Everglades style airboat, through swamps, brush, and unexplored wilderness.

A Florida fishing license is required for everyone between 16 and 64 years of age. Persons over 65 must carry a Senior Citizen Hunting and Fishing Certificate wich can be obtained free from the county tax collector. On charter boats you should be covered by the boat's license. For more information please call 800-DIAL-FMP (saltwater) or 800-ASK-FISH (freshwater).

In the 1970s, the Panama City Marine Institute began a program of artificial reef-building. These reefs provide breeding grounds for fish and other sea creatures. As a result, the diving and fishing in the area has improved greatly! For beginning divers and snorkelers, the jetties at St. Andrews State Park are safe with shallow waters and no boat traffic.
 

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GOLF COURSES

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ENTERTAINMENT

• Miracle Strip Amusement Park 12000 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-5810
• Shipwreck Island Water Park 12000 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-0368
• SunCruz Casinos Slot Machines, Black Jack, etc. Docked at Sun Harbor Marina (next to Hathaway Bridge) 2 trips daily.
• Gulf World 15412 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-5271
• Zoo World 9008 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL (850) 230-1243
• Super Speed Fun Park 9523 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-1588 Family fun with go-cart tracks, bumper boats, haunted house, laser tag, and huge arcade room.
• Sea Screamer Located at Treasure Island Marina, 3601 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL Phone: (850) 233-9107 Ride the world's largest speedboat, enjoy a narrated Panama City Beach cruise, and watch for dolphins and other marine life.
• Sea Dragon 3601 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-7400 Next to Treasure Ship Restaurant & the Sea Screamer. Family fun where you can cruise away into the fantasy world of friendly swashbucklers and spirited pirates aboard the 80' authentic pirate ship.
• Edgewater Cinema10 Located at the Shoppes at Edgewater Across from Edgewater Beach Resort 531 Beckrich Road, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-9232
• Edgewater Comedy Club at The Shoppes at Edgewater Across from Edgewater Beach Resort 531 Beckrich Road, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 249-LAFF (5233)
• Martin Theater 409 Harrison, Ave. Panama City, FL 850-763-8080 Historic theater in downtown Panama City. Concerts, plays, performances of all types and special events.
• Club LaVela 8813 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-3866 Come Party With Thousands! The #1 Party Spot.
• Spinnaker Beach Club 8795 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-7882

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RECREATION AREAS

• St. Andrews State Park, 4607 State Park Lane, Panama City, FL 3 miles E of Panama City Beach, off SR 392 (Thomas Drive) 850/233-5140 This 1,260 acre park offers swimming, fishing, camping and a nature trail. Picnic sites are available in several locations on the Gulf beach and Grand Lagoon.
• Shell Island, This barrier island is located just south of Panama City Beach and is available only by boat! The great stretches of white sand and dunes are just as they appeared to visitors centuries ago.
• Camp Helen Located on either side of U.S. 98, between Phillips Inlet and the Walton/Bay County Line. Famly recerational area featuring swimming, hiking, picnicking, boating and fishing.
• Grayton Beach State Recreation Area, (850) 231-4210, Located on State Road 30-A, South of U.S. 98. Its name comes from the neighboring township of Grayton Beach, one of the oldest townships along the Gulf of Mexico in Walton County. This 400-acre park offers rolling sea oat-covered dunes with wide, white sand beaches tapering into the emerald green waters of the Gulf.
• Eden State Gardens, The beautiful 100+ year old house is open for guided tours. Tour the gardens and enjoy the picnic area. Located a short drive from the west end of Panama City Beach, in Port Washington, FL (850) 231-4214

These parks are home to a variety of wildlife. Do not pick sea oats (it's against the law) or walk on the sand dunes. Walking on dunes will eventually ruin them; use beachwalks where provided.

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RESTAURANTS

• Captain Anderson's, 5550 N. Lagoon Drive Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-3435
• Hamiltons Seafood Restaurant, 5711 N. Lagoon Drive, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-1255
• Pineapple Willy's, 9875 S. Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL (850) 235-0928
• Schooners, 5721 Gulf Drive, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 235-3555
• Sharkys Beach Club & Seafood, 15201 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 235-2420
• Boars Head Restaurant, 17290 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-6628
• Angelo's Steak Pit, 9527 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-2531
• Breakers Restaurant, 12627 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-6060
• Runaway Island Restaurant & Oyster Bar, 6627 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL (850) 230-9933

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SHOPPING/GROCERIES

• Panama City Mall 2150 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 850-785-9587 Features 90 great places to shop, eat and be entertained.
• Silver Sands Outlet Mall Highway 98 East, Destin, FL , just west of Sandestin Resort 850-654-9771 1-800-510-6255 with over 85 outlet stores.
• The Market Shops at Sandestin 9600 Highway 98 West at Sandestin Resort, 8 miles east of Destin, 850-267-8092 Courtyards, cafes, and the area's finest resort shops.
• Alvins Island Magic Mountain Tropical Department Store 12010 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL (850) 234-1149 Beachwear, gifts, souvenirs, airbrush, & t-shirts.
• Miss Charlotte's 2429 Thomas Dr. Panama City Beach, FL 850-230-8099. Fine women's apparel, accessories and gifts.
• Wal-Mart Super Center 10270 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL 850-234-1989
• Delchamps, 2419 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 850-234-6099
• Publix Super Market, at Middle Beach, 11220 Middle Beach Rd. Panama City Beach, FL 850-233-4520
• Winn Dixie Market Place, 2533 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 850-234-1200
• Winn Dixie Market Place, 23200 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL (near Pinnacle Port) 850-234-2001

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