El Centro Beach
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?

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

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

Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach

Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran

Original CRUISIN TIKIS 3 Hour Cruise, Snorkel, Swim/float Sandbar

From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Top hotels in El Centro Beach

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Everything was great there was just one thing i didnt like and that was the roaches in the room. Now not every room probably had them. If yall could fix that problems than e erything else was great!!!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Boardwalk Beach Hotel
Loved the beach view from our room . Staff was friendly. Room was clean. No complaints.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
It is like a glorified motel 6 on the water. Do not stay here!! Yes, it has a balcony you can sit on and see the water but you can’t sit there peacefully without smelling marijuana the entire time! Springhill Suites is next door and is more expensive but look like Taj Mahal compared to this hotel. ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Best part of this resort is the view. However, the rooms desperately need to be updated. You had to pretty much fight with the hotel door to open it and close it. The lighting above the bathroom mirror had rust on it. The outlets on the nightstands near the bed did not work. However, the pool was ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
Wonderful place to stay! Great breakfast options, perfect location and truly just an amazing experience! Will be back!!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
My room overlooked the beach. Overall was good. No wifi
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Centro Beach

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.

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.

Bid-a-wee Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Bid-a-wee Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pier Park and Panama City Beaches.

Bahama Beach
Bahama Beach might not have many top sights, but Panama City Beaches and Holiday Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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

