Santa Monica Travel Guide
Panama City Beach
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Popular places to visit
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.
Pier Park
Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.
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.
Panama City Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?
Carillon Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carillon Beach during your travels in West Panama City Beach? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
With crashing wave pools, towering slides and whitewater rapids, expect to leave this Panama City Beach waterpark completely soaked and smiling.
Things to do
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
Original CRUISIN TIKIS 3 Hour Cruise, Snorkel, Swim/float Sandbar
Shell Island Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour in Panama City Beach
Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel Boat Tour
Top hotels in Santa Monica
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Great stay! The room needed a few items like paper towels, dish soap, dish rags etc. the shampoo and conditioner were empty in the shower. Small tvs
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Great location for beachin. Room needed finished painting but was clean.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Boardwalk Beach Hotel
It took 45 minutes or longer to check in. Line out the door but staff nice. Parking a hassle
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
The room was clean, although very dated. No phone in the room, so be sure to ask for front desk number so you can call on your cellphone for questions. I was there four days, and no one came to clean room. Staff came by on 2nd evening asking if we needed anything. You will need to request clean towels, ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Bikini Beach Resort
Beach view was great!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
Refurbished hotel…showed some age but it was a nice place to stay…great location and nice ocean view.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 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 Pier Park and Carillon Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Miramar Beach
Though Miramar 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 Pier Park.
El Centro Beach
Though El Centro Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pier Park and Museum of Man in the Sea.
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.
