CaliFlorida Dreamin' Guidebook for Perdido Key, FL and Surrounding Areas

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CaliFlorida Dreamin' Guidebook for Perdido Key, FL and Surrounding Areas

Experiences

https://www.visitpensacola.com/things-to-do/blue-angels/air-show/
Private, serene, beautiful place to launch your kayak and enjoy the water. https://www.google.com/maps/dir//perdido+key+kayak+launch/data=!4m6!4m5!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x8890af14105de1d7:0x94339c8a4da61449?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjasaWO3qn4AhW5nI4IHX8uCTsQ9Rd6BAgOEAM
Kayak Launch
13900 AL-180
Private, serene, beautiful place to launch your kayak and enjoy the water. https://www.google.com/maps/dir//perdido+key+kayak+launch/data=!4m6!4m5!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x8890af14105de1d7:0x94339c8a4da61449?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjasaWO3qn4AhW5nI4IHX8uCTsQ9Rd6BAgOEAM
Beautiful Arnold Palmer designed championship golf course. https://www.lostkeygolf.com/
45 locals recommend
Lost Key Golf Club
625 Lost Key Dr
45 locals recommend
Beautiful Arnold Palmer designed championship golf course. https://www.lostkeygolf.com/
https://www.alljackdupcharters.com/
All Jack'd Up Charters
13420 Gongora Dr
https://www.alljackdupcharters.com/
Fun way to tour https://cruisintikis.com/locations/pensacola-beach-fl/
Cruisin' Tikis Pensacola Beach
655 Pensacola Beach Boulevard
Fun way to tour https://cruisintikis.com/locations/pensacola-beach-fl/
Who wouldn't want to kayak at dusk in a clear canoe with lights so you can see fish? https://www.glowpaddle.com/
28 locals recommend
Glow Paddle
165 Fort Pickens Rd
28 locals recommend
Who wouldn't want to kayak at dusk in a clear canoe with lights so you can see fish? https://www.glowpaddle.com/
Eat, drink, and PLAY in their Adventureland. Longest zipline in the region. https://lagunaspensacolabeach.com/
87 locals recommend
Laguna's Beach Bar and Grill
460 Pensacola Beach Blvd
87 locals recommend
Eat, drink, and PLAY in their Adventureland. Longest zipline in the region. https://lagunaspensacolabeach.com/
An institution worth a visit!
295 locals recommend
Joe Patti's Seafood Company
524 S B St
295 locals recommend
An institution worth a visit!
https://www.dolphincruiseorangebeach.com/
11 locals recommend
Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruises at The Wharf
4673 Wharf Pkwy W
11 locals recommend
https://www.dolphincruiseorangebeach.com/
https://gatoralleyfarm.com/
55 locals recommend
Alligator Alley
19950 Co Rd 71
55 locals recommend
https://gatoralleyfarm.com/
This coastal park sits on the northern shoreline of its namesake, Big Lagoon, which separates the mainland from Perdido Key and the Gulf of Mexico. Natural communities, ranging from saltwater marshes to pine flatwoods, attract a wide variety of birds, especially during the spring and fall migrations. Beaches, shallow bays, nature trails, and open woodlands offer splendid opportunities for nature study. The park also beckons visitors with opportunities for camping, swimming, fishing, boating, canoeing, and hiking. Crabbing in the shallow waters of Big Lagoon is a popular activity as well. The West Beach picnic area, shaded by pines and oaks, is just the place to enjoy a relaxing meal. Located on County Road 292A, 10 miles southwest of Pensacola.
88 locals recommend
Big Lagoon State Park
12301 Gulf Beach Hwy
88 locals recommend
This coastal park sits on the northern shoreline of its namesake, Big Lagoon, which separates the mainland from Perdido Key and the Gulf of Mexico. Natural communities, ranging from saltwater marshes to pine flatwoods, attract a wide variety of birds, especially during the spring and fall migrations. Beaches, shallow bays, nature trails, and open woodlands offer splendid opportunities for nature study. The park also beckons visitors with opportunities for camping, swimming, fishing, boating, canoeing, and hiking. Crabbing in the shallow waters of Big Lagoon is a popular activity as well. The West Beach picnic area, shaded by pines and oaks, is just the place to enjoy a relaxing meal. Located on County Road 292A, 10 miles southwest of Pensacola.

Things to do

Check out these fun things to do in the area
An iconic place to visit when you are in Pensacola.
468 locals recommend
National Naval Aviation Museum
1750 Radford Blvd
468 locals recommend
An iconic place to visit when you are in Pensacola.
https://www.splashcityadventures.com/ Water, adventure, family time!
35 locals recommend
Sam's Fun City
6709 Pensacola Blvd
35 locals recommend
https://www.splashcityadventures.com/ Water, adventure, family time!
Beautiful, serene, unpopulated
72 locals recommend
Johnson's Beach, Gulf Islands National Seashore
13300 Johnson Beach Rd
72 locals recommend
Beautiful, serene, unpopulated
Pristine, beautiful, public beach... and it's only .7 miles from the house!!!!! Go early if you want to score parking, or take a leisurely stroll with the fam. takes 17minutes, or less than 2000 steps.
8 locals recommend
Perdido Beach Public Access 3
14767 Perdido Key Dr
8 locals recommend
Pristine, beautiful, public beach... and it's only .7 miles from the house!!!!! Go early if you want to score parking, or take a leisurely stroll with the fam. takes 17minutes, or less than 2000 steps.
Fishing charters and dolphin tours - fun for all ages. https://wavecuttercharters.com/
Wave Cutter Charters
701 Pensacola Beach Blvd
Fishing charters and dolphin tours - fun for all ages. https://wavecuttercharters.com/
Fun for kids of all ages. Dolphin tours, pontoon boat rental.
Ho2 Pensacola Dolphin Tours, Pontoons & More!
715 Pensacola Beach Boulevard
Fun for kids of all ages. Dolphin tours, pontoon boat rental.
Parasailing! Dolphin Cruises! Jet Skiing! Jet Ski Rentals! Banana Boat Rides! Jet Ski Tours! Anything water sports related, they have it. https://southernrosedolphintrips.com/
Southern Rose Dolphin Trips and Parasailing
27212 Marina Rd
Parasailing! Dolphin Cruises! Jet Skiing! Jet Ski Rentals! Banana Boat Rides! Jet Ski Tours! Anything water sports related, they have it. https://southernrosedolphintrips.com/
There are different spots to visit, from marshes to shallow bays, that you can enjoy for some cheap family-fun. What to Do with Kids You can choose to lounge about on the park’s beaches while the kids enjoy a day of swimming. Or, if you want to do something a bit more challenging, Big Lagoon State Park has many nature trails and open woodlands perfect for hiking.
88 locals recommend
Big Lagoon State Park
12301 Gulf Beach Hwy
88 locals recommend
There are different spots to visit, from marshes to shallow bays, that you can enjoy for some cheap family-fun. What to Do with Kids You can choose to lounge about on the park’s beaches while the kids enjoy a day of swimming. Or, if you want to do something a bit more challenging, Big Lagoon State Park has many nature trails and open woodlands perfect for hiking.
Pensacola Bay Cruise Downtown
750 Commendencia Street
Besides looking at exhibits, look for period-dressed people roaming around Historic Pensacola to really feel as if you’ve been transported back in time.
19 locals recommend
Old Pensacola Village
205 Zaragoza St
19 locals recommend
Besides looking at exhibits, look for period-dressed people roaming around Historic Pensacola to really feel as if you’ve been transported back in time.
Adventure park for the entire family
232 locals recommend
OWA Entertainment Destination
101 South Owa Boulevard
232 locals recommend
Adventure park for the entire family

Food scene

This is where the locals go. Great gumbo, creole pasta, and everything is delicious. https://www.fishermanscornerrestaurant.net/
84 locals recommend
Fisherman's Corner
13486 Perdido Key Dr
84 locals recommend
This is where the locals go. Great gumbo, creole pasta, and everything is delicious. https://www.fishermanscornerrestaurant.net/
The BEST place to watch the sunset while enjoying yummy casual food and drinks. Family friendly. There is a playground for kids. https://myholidayharbor.com/about-the-grille/
83 locals recommend
Sunset Grille
14050 Canal A Way
83 locals recommend
The BEST place to watch the sunset while enjoying yummy casual food and drinks. Family friendly. There is a playground for kids. https://myholidayharbor.com/about-the-grille/
Best burgers and fries in Perdido Key and surrounding area. Family friendly too! https://www.islanderfoodshack.com/
23 locals recommend
Islander Food Shack
13818 Perdido Key Dr
23 locals recommend
Best burgers and fries in Perdido Key and surrounding area. Family friendly too! https://www.islanderfoodshack.com/
A great way to cool down! https://www.yelp.com/biz/daves-snowballs-pensacola
6 locals recommend
Dave's Snowballs
13820 Perdido Key Dr
6 locals recommend
A great way to cool down! https://www.yelp.com/biz/daves-snowballs-pensacola
Casual place with water view to grab breakfast, lunch, dinner. https://hubstaceys.com/
104 locals recommend
Hub Stacey's at The Point
5851 Galvez Rd
104 locals recommend
Casual place with water view to grab breakfast, lunch, dinner. https://hubstaceys.com/
Go to the Orange Beach location. Waterfront Dining, Fresh Cocktails & Delicious Seafood. Picnic like environment - great for kids and family to hang out. https://www.thegulf.com/
8 locals recommend
The Gulf
8 locals recommend
Go to the Orange Beach location. Waterfront Dining, Fresh Cocktails & Delicious Seafood. Picnic like environment - great for kids and family to hang out. https://www.thegulf.com/
Iconic and world famous! Yummy food, drinks, and music too! https://www.florabamayachtclub.com/
374 locals recommend
Flora-Bama
17401 Perdido Key Dr
374 locals recommend
Iconic and world famous! Yummy food, drinks, and music too! https://www.florabamayachtclub.com/
Gulf Shores location - fun place to visit and grab a bite to eat. https://www.thehangout.com/
401 locals recommend
The Hangout Gulf Shores
101 E Beach Blvd
401 locals recommend
Gulf Shores location - fun place to visit and grab a bite to eat. https://www.thehangout.com/
https://www.paulspizzaco.com/
17 locals recommend
Paul's Pizza Company
13700 Perdido Key Dr
17 locals recommend
https://www.paulspizzaco.com/
Their deli counter is great. Sandwiches are made to order, and their fried chicken is very tasty. A quick and easy way to feed a family without breaking the bank. https://www.publix.com/?utm_medium=maps&utm_source=extendednetwork&utm_content=psm_website_url
49 locals recommend
Publix Super Market at Shops at Perdido Key
13390 Perdido Key Dr
49 locals recommend
Their deli counter is great. Sandwiches are made to order, and their fried chicken is very tasty. A quick and easy way to feed a family without breaking the bank. https://www.publix.com/?utm_medium=maps&utm_source=extendednetwork&utm_content=psm_website_url
Yummy food. Lunch specials are great value. https://www.facebook.com/Pedrosperdidokeyfl/
29 locals recommend
Pedros Tacos & Tequila Bar
13584 Perdido Key Dr
29 locals recommend
Yummy food. Lunch specials are great value. https://www.facebook.com/Pedrosperdidokeyfl/
Wonderful family friendly waterfront dining in Orange Beach. https://cobaltrestaurant.net/
223 locals recommend
Cobalt, The Restaurant
28099 Perdido Beach Blvd
223 locals recommend
Wonderful family friendly waterfront dining in Orange Beach. https://cobaltrestaurant.net/
Best steaks! https://bigmikessteakhouse.com/
37 locals recommend
Big Mike's Steakhouse
25638 Canal Rd
37 locals recommend
Best steaks! https://bigmikessteakhouse.com/
Great seafood, steaks and drinks.
292 locals recommend
Peg Leg Pete's
1010 Fort Pickens Rd
292 locals recommend
Great seafood, steaks and drinks.
Great steaks. Check out their happy hour special. 2 glasses of house wine and a appetizer for a Jackson! https://jacksonsrestaurant.com/
100 locals recommend
Jackson's Steakhouse
400 S Palafox St
100 locals recommend
Great steaks. Check out their happy hour special. 2 glasses of house wine and a appetizer for a Jackson! https://jacksonsrestaurant.com/
https://www.tackyjacks.com/
51 locals recommend
Tacky Jack's Orange Beach
27206 Safe Harbor Dr
51 locals recommend
https://www.tackyjacks.com/

Sightseeing

Summer 2022 Show Schedule Info https://www.pnj.com/story/news/military/blueangels/2022/06/29/blue-angels-pensacola-beach-show-2022-schedule-announced/7767683001/
468 locals recommend
National Naval Aviation Museum
1750 Radford Blvd
468 locals recommend
Summer 2022 Show Schedule Info https://www.pnj.com/story/news/military/blueangels/2022/06/29/blue-angels-pensacola-beach-show-2022-schedule-announced/7767683001/
Your children (young and old) are sure to love going up the 177 steps to the peak of Pensacola Light.
176 locals recommend
Pensacola Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
2081 Radford Blvd
176 locals recommend
Your children (young and old) are sure to love going up the 177 steps to the peak of Pensacola Light.
Don't miss the fireworks each Monday night, and laser show with dancing on the streets every night.
250 locals recommend
The Wharf
23101 Canal Rd
250 locals recommend
Don't miss the fireworks each Monday night, and laser show with dancing on the streets every night.
Wildlife viewing, beach access, fishing, etc... https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/perdido-key-state-park
26 locals recommend
Perdido Key State Park
15301 Perdido Key Drive
26 locals recommend
Wildlife viewing, beach access, fishing, etc... https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/perdido-key-state-park
Sunset dolphin cruise
20 locals recommend
Dolphin Cruises Aboard the Cold Mil Fleet
5749 Bay La Launch Ave
20 locals recommend
Sunset dolphin cruise

City advice

Don't miss

Blue Angels Airshow and Practice Run

A must for plane enthusiasts! Sometimes the Blue Angels practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30am, and you can have front row seats at the Target parking lot on Blue Angel Parkway and Sorrento. https://www.visitpensacola.com/things-to-do/blue-angels/air-show/