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You're a child at heart. You’re looking for rides and waterparks. You build sandcastles and splash in the shallow end of the pool. You bring Frisbees and pack coolers. You fly kites and swim with snorkel gear. You play miniature golf and take pirate cruises. The girls go shopping while the boys race go-carts. You buy ice cream and hot dogs. You take lots of pictures and family videos. You visit Ripley's Believe it or Not and Gulf World. You’re a memory maker and you treasure tradition. And you don’t go home without a PCB t-shirt. You're the leader of the: Sandy Bottom Bunch.

Things to Do in Panama City Beach (Itinerary):

Bring the brood and start your family beach vacation with a round of mini-golf at Coconut Creek! After some smooth putting, traverse your way through the Gran Maze, just be sure you make it out by lunchtime! Beach vacations for families is what Panama City Beach is all about!

Kids and adults alike will love lunch by the bay at Hook’s Grill and Grog in the famous Treasure Ship. Learn about pirate lore and enjoy fresh seafood as you sit dockside with the whole family.

Keep the pirate theme going, and head out for a sundown sail on the Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise! Kids will delight in the live action romp across the waters. Pirates will swing from the sails, paint faces and make for an unforgettable evening! There's no shortage of things to do in Panama City Beach.

Top off your day of family fun with an evening meal at Pineapple Willy’s! The famous beachfront establishment serves up mouthwatering ribs, pineapple coleslaw and other fixings that will leave everyone smiling. 

After dinner, take in a movie at the Grand Theatre in Pier Park. Kid-friendly films are always playing, and the whole family will love the stadium seating and comfy seats. It'll be the perfect end to your family beach vacation.