Open Sands
Panama City Beach





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
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Alys Beach during your trip to 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.

Frank Brown Park
Indoor and outdoor facilities in this Florida park offer fun for kids, sports teams, individual athletes, groups and even the family dog.
Things to do

Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach

Panama City: Sunset Tour with Dolphin Watching

Panama City Beach Dolphin Sightseeing Sail

From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry

Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel Boat Tour

Panama City Beach: Sunset Sail on the Privateer Catamaran
Top hotels in Open Sands

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Front desk staff was very friendly and quick to check in and out
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
Everything was excellent- friendly service-clean- beautiful
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Panama City Beach
Hotel was beautiful, fantastic room and wonderful service!! Would stay here again
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Bikini Beach Resort
Great staff
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront
Amazing rooms, great staff and great location!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Had a nice view and really close to the beach side
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Open Sands

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 Hidden Lagoon Golf and Racetrack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Rockit Lanes and WonderWorks.

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.

Bel Air
While visiting Bel Air, you might make a stop by sights like Thomas Drive and Panama City Beaches.
