Things to Do in Pensacola, Florida | Emerald Coast Playbook
Discover things to do in Pensacola, Florida, from downtown and museums to the Blue Angels, family attractions, restaurants and local favorites.
What is there to do in Pensacola?
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Pensacola is one of those places where you can explore centuries of history, watch the Blue Angels fly, spend an afternoon downtown and still make it to the water before sunset.
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Downtown Pensacola
Explore Palafox Street, Historic Pensacola, museums, restaurants, markets and some of our favorite places to wander downtown.National Naval Aviation Museum
One of our favorite FREE attractions in Northwest Florida, with historic aircraft, cockpits, interactive exhibits, simulators and plenty to keep both kids and adults interested.→ National Naval Aviation Museum Playbook
Pensacola Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
Climb 177 steps for one of the best views in Pensacola, explore the three-story lightkeeper's museum and don't miss our local tip for potentially visiting for free.→ Pensacola Lighthouse Playbook
Blue Angels
Pensacola is home to the Blue Angels, and select practices at NAS Pensacola are open to visitors. We've got tips for practices, autograph days and making the most of your visit.Pensacola With Kids
From the MESS Hall and Children's Museum to parks, history and free attractions, there's plenty here when you need something beyond the beach.PLAYBOOK TIP: Don't save Pensacola only for a rainy day. Some of our favorite Emerald Coast experiences are here.
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White sand, water, the Boardwalk & plenty to do after sunset
Pensacola Beach gives you the classic Emerald Coast combination of white sand and emerald water, but there's much more here than a traditional beach day.
Things to Do on Pensacola Beach
Hit the Beach
Casino Beach puts you close to restaurants and amenities, while other public access points offer completely different beach experiences.Pensacola Beach Boardwalk & Quietwater Beach
Restaurants, shopping, entertainment and calmer Sound-side water make this an easy area to explore with the family.Pensacola Beach at Night
The island doesn't shut down when the sun sets. We've explored what Pensacola Beach looks like after dark and where families can keep the night going.→ Pensacola Beach at Night Playbook
Food & Drinks
From casual seafood to waterfront restaurants, food can easily become part of your Pensacola Beach experience.Fort Pickens & Gulf Islands National Seashore
If you want history, nature and a quieter stretch of coastline, keep going beyond the busiest parts of the beach.PLAYBOOK TIP: Pensacola Beach and Pensacola are different enough that we treat them as two separate Playbooks. If you're visiting the area, make time for both.
Pensacola Playbooks
