Pensacola Beach Attractions

There are so many things to do in Pensacola, Florida. Here are several:

Bands on the Beach

Live bands on Pensacola Beach. Bring your chair or a beach towel! Schedule here.

Blue Angels

Graffiti Bridge

The Graffiti Bridge is located in Pensacola just off the Pensacola Bay Bridge. This is a great photo op. It is a unique expression of art that has become an iconic landmark for visitors and locals alike, #TheGraffitiBridge. N 17th Ave, Pensacola, FL 32502

Pensacola Boardwalk

Walk the Pensacola Boardwalk

Visit Lighthouse in Pensacola

If you DM Brian Margavich on Facebook, he will set up a private tour with you. Brian is the lighthouse keeper. If you visit on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., that is Brian’s shift at the top and he shuts the motor down and cleans the 10′ lens each week. Brian will also give you a guided tour of the Keepers Quarters as well.

Because of the shooting that took place on the Naval base on December 6, 2019, you must have a military i.d. Or, be escorted on to base by Brian Margavich.

National Naval Aviation Museum

https://www.navalaviationmuseum.org/

In order to visit the Museum, Department of the Navy requires a valid Department of Defense (DoD) ID card for any visitors to access NAS Pensacola. DoD ID card holders are allowed to escort up to 15 guests (limited to 2 vehicles) onto NAS Pensacola and to visit the Museum. Holders of a Veteran Health Identification Card that notes a service-connected disability may also access the air station and visit the museum.

Fort Barrancas

3182 Taylor Rd, Pensacola, FL 32508, (850) 455-5167

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Fort Barrancas, founded in 1787, was a former military fort. It is a National Historic Landmark and is also known as Fort San Carlos de Barrancas. Fort Barrancas, built using six million bricks, played a crucial role against foreign invasion. However, this fort only saw action during the American Civil War.

Take a tour of Fort Barrancas and explore its 18th-century features. Fort Barrancas also hosts a wide array of ranger-guided programs around the area that you can participate in to enjoy a fun and educational experience.

Fort Pickens

Fort Pickens is a pentagonal historic United States military fort on Santa Rosa Island in Pensacola, Florida. It is named after American Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens. Wikipedia Opened in 1834. 1400 Fort Pickens Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561 Area: 1.328 mi² Phone: (850) 934-2600

State Park – Tarkiln Bayou

Tarkiln Bayou is a beautiful park on the western edge of Pensacola, Florida. There are numerous trails and a boardwalk that leads to Perdido Bay.

NOTE: There is an app called AllTrails. It is awesome! Enter the city and it gives you all kinds of trails with photos, reviews, etc.

Laguna’s Beach Bar + Grill

Laguna’s Beach Bar + Grill offers dining, go carts, water activities, and live music.

Stroll Through Palafox Market on Saturdays

100+ vendors selling everything from fresh produce to homemade goods to handmade arts and crafts. Palafox Market is located on Palafox Street between Wright and Garden streets. Every Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine.

Pensacola Little Theatre

Take in a show for the best theatrical experiences that entertain, enrich, and educate guests of all ages. What’s showing while you are in town? Click here for more info.