Planning a Panama City trip and going down the rabbit hole of things to do. These are the spots and experiences that caught my attention so far—if you've been, tell me what's worth it, what's overrated, and what I'm missing. Want to make lists like this? Skip the waitlist and use my referral code to sign up: benable.com/i/4FH4H
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The Free People store is definitely on my list because, well… obviously. 😂 Has anyone been? Is it worth stopping in, and do they carry anything especially good that I should keep an eye out for?
Free People
Pier Park is definitely on my list for wandering, shopping, and seeing what’s worth checking out while I’m in PCB. For anyone who’s been, what are your favorite stops there—and what should I not bother with?
Pier Park
ZooWorld is on my maybe-list because the animal encounters look pretty fun, especially the capybara and sloth experiences. Has anyone been? Is it actually a good stop for adults, or is it more geared toward kids?
ZooWorld
El Weirdo is absolutely on my list because tacos + weird art + retro stuff sounds like my kind of place. I haven't been yet—has anyone? What should I order, and is it as wonderfully weird as it looks?
El Weirdo
I haven't been to Ripley's in 30 years, but a giant ship-shaped building full of bizarre exhibits, oddities, and weird interactive stuff still sounds pretty darn entertaining. Has anyone been recently? Is it actually worth the admission, or is this o...
Ripley's Believe It or Not!
A cute independent bookstore and wine bar in downtown Panama City that keeps popping up in my research. They also host author events, book clubs, and other bookish gatherings. Has anyone been? Is it as charming as it sounds, and what should I look fo...
Bookish Boutique
I keep hearing Mexico Beach is a good place to wander the shoreline looking for driftwood and other beach treasures, so obviously I need to investigate. Has anyone been specifically for beachcombing? Is there a particular stretch or access that's bes...
Mexico Beach
This one caught my attention because they specifically mention designer clothing and handbags, which obviously means I need to go digging. 😂 Has anyone shopped here? What kind of treasures have you found, and is it one of the better thrift stops in ...
Haven House Thrift Store
Okay, this one is absolutely going on my list because it's the bins! This is where you dig for treasure and pay by the pound. Has anyone been to this location? What's the vibe at this one? What's your best find from these bins?
Goodwill Outlet
This one caught my attention because apparently there's an anime/Dragon Ball theme throughout the restaurant, along with sushi, ramen, hibachi, and a huge menu. I haven't been yet—has anyone? What should I order, and is it as fun as it sounds?
Dragon Bowl Sushi & Asian Fusion
PCB Market is definitely on my list because 100+ vendors under one roof sounds like my kind of treasure hunt. I haven't been yet—what have you found here? Is it actually worth digging through, and are there particular vendors or types of vintage find...
PCB Market
Shell Island looks like exactly my kind of beach day—undeveloped, gorgeous, and apparently great for beachcombing and finding shells. I haven't been yet, so tell me: is it worth taking the boat over, and what kinds of treasures have you found there?
Shell Island Beach
This one keeps popping up in my Panama City Beach research, and the 40+ ice cream flavors definitely got my attention. Has anyone been? What did you try, and is Pink Pelican actually worth adding to the itinerary?
Pink Pelican PCB
I haven't been yet, but PCB Conservation Park looks like exactly the kind of place I'd want to explore when I need a break from the beach crowds. Has anyone been? Which trails are worth doing, and is it a must-visit?
Conservation Park
Thomas' Donuts is on my radar because apparently you can't talk about Panama City Beach without someone mentioning this place. 😂 Has anyone been? What should I order, and is it genuinely worth the hype?