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Pier Park: Shopping & Entertainment Mecca
One of the most impressive additions to the area in recent years is the 900,000+ square foot open-air Panama City Beach shopping and entertainment mecca known as Pier Park. The massive complex dazzles with bright, tropical colors and offers dozens of stores, restaurants, attractions, events and more.
Opened in 2007, Pier Park is the largest Florida shopping complex of its kind in the region. The family-focused plaza sits Gulfside and features everything from a vintage carousel and mega-plex movie theater to upscale shopping and souvenir stands.You won't find a Florida shopping center better than Pier Park.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Hofbrau Beer Garden, Dillard’s, Ulta cosmetics, Panera Bread, Border’s Books & Music, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge and Red Robin Gourmet Burgers are just a few of the stores and restaurants found in Pier Park.
Ever-expanding, the most recent addition to the Pier Park Panama City Beach lineup is Guy Harvey’s Island Grill, a casual, family-friendly eatery decked out with Harvey’s distinctive marine and island décor. Serving fresh, sustainable seafood and American fare, there’s outdoor seating with water views in the heart of Pier Park.
Pier Park also offers multiple attractions, including a sixteen screen movie theater, a sand volleyball court, palm-tree climbing, a mirror maze, an antique carousel, a bungee ride and more, making it the perfect place to spend the day. When it comes to Panama City Beach malls, Pier Park has it all. In addition, leashed pets are allowed to stroll the streets with their owners. There’s something for every member of the family, even canine!
Adjoining the complex is Aaron Bessant Park. The Park is pet friendly, and also hosts various entertainment events throughout the year, including the Seabreeze Jazz Festival. Multiple other events take place in Pier Park year-round, including the Beach Ball Drop, Mardi Gras parade and others. If you're looking for things to do in Panama City Beach, make sure you stop by Pier Park.
The distinctive atmosphere and inviting landscape of Pier Park make the complex an extraordinary asset for the beach, and a remarkable Florida shopping center. As it continues to expand, there will be new additions and plenty of reasons for visitors to keep returning to this Panama City Beach shopping destination!
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