Open Sands Travel Guide
Panama City Beach





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
With a visit to Pier Park, a favourite shopping spot in Panama City Beach, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Rosemary Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rosemary Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches in this family-friendly 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?

St. Andrews State Park
You can take time to visit St. Andrews State Park during your travels to Panama City Beach. Wander the seaside and parks while you're in the area.

Frank Brown Park
After visiting Frank Brown Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Open Sands

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Our stay at Palmetto was nothing short of amazing! We had booked a reservation and didn’t know they had 2 properties, assuming they saw the disappointment when finding out we were across the street, the sweet lady at the front desk instantly informed us of an upgrade that not only was bigger, but ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
It was hard to find parking and the hotel needs an upgrade. The beach view was perfect and easy access to the beach.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Pros: right on the beach and had a big pool. A small tiki hut for drinks were on site. Location was close to shops and eatery. No complaints. Cons: STAFF. Not friendly. The office lady checking people in were yelling at people. After that getting the room clean was something that didn’t happen during ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
It was good
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Boardwalk Beach Hotel
Location was perfect. Thank you
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Bikini Beach Resort
The room was clean the condition of the room was worn. Staff was amazing super sweet lady and was incredibly helpful. You get what you pay for.
Reviewed on 15 May 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 Holiday Golf Club 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 Museum of Man in the Sea and Visual Arts Aqua Gallery.

Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Golf Course at Edgewater and WonderWorks.

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.
