Santa Monica Travel Guide
Panama City Beach
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Popular places to visit

Pier Park
Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.

Alys Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Alys Beach, a popular beach in Panama City Beach. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Panama City Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?

Rosemary Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rosemary Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the cycling trails.

St. Andrews State Park
Spend some time in a Florida state park that excites with its rugged coastal landscapes, undersea adventures and gorgeous beaches.

Shipwreck Island Waterpark
With crashing wave pools, towering slides and whitewater rapids, expect to leave this Panama City Beach waterpark completely soaked and smiling.
Top hotels in Santa Monica

Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
No view in the room we had.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Expedia showed beachside but hotel was beachview. Heated pool was ice cold.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Panama City Beach
Its was wonderful experience and everything is clean and beautiful
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
One of my favorite places to stay in Panama City Beach!!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Hotel was great great location will stay again
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront
Family Friendly
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica

Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Laguna Beach Estates
When in Laguna Beach Estates, you can plan a visit to Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Riviera Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Riviera Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carillon Beach and Powell Lake.

Laguna Beach
Beaches and golf courses are some things travellers note about Laguna Beach. Check out Museum of Man in the Sea or Pier Park while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

El Centro Beach
Though El Centro Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museum of Man in the Sea and Emerald Coast Mirror Maze.

Inlet Beach
Inlet Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park.
