Panama City Beach, FL

Panama City Beach is a Florida Gulf Coast destination known for its 27 miles of white-sand shoreline, beach activities and spring break events. Use this guide to plan where to stay, how to get around and what to check before your trip.

Getting to Panama City Beach

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) is north of Panama City Beach. The local visitor bureau estimates about a 15-minute drive from the airport to beachfront accommodations and lists rental cars, taxis, shuttles and rideshare pickup as options. Compare ground transportation before booking your flight. See the official Panama City Beach transportation guide.

Plan your stay and local travel

Beach access, lodging and transportation vary by location. Before booking, compare how close a property is to the places your group plans to visit, check occupancy and cancellation terms, and make a plan for getting around during busy dates. StudentEscape and Maniac Trips bundle spring-break-friendly hotels with the Maniac VIP Card.

Check current events and venue details

Spring break concerts, parties, schedules and entry requirements can change each season. Review the current concerts and events and party package information, then confirm dates, age requirements and ticket details with each venue before you go. For the latest local trip-planning details, check the Panama City Beach visitor bureau.