Gulf Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gulf Highlands
Popular places to visit
Pier Park
At Panama City Beach’s oceanfront entertainment complex, shop for hours, take a vintage carousel ride or just enjoy the scenery along a boardwalk stroll.
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.
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?
St. Andrews State Park
Trade in the touristy shoreline of Panama City Beach for the rugged coastal beauty of this nearby state park.
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.
Activities
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Original CRUISIN TIKIS 90 min Cruise - Grand Lagoon
Original CRUISIN TIKIS 3 Hour Cruise, Snorkel, Swim/float Sandbar
Panama City: Sunset Tour with Dolphin Watching
Our pick of the best Gulf Highlands Hotel Deals
Candlewood Suites Panama City Beach Pier by IHG
Room was good, however upon check in that was supposed to be at 4pm, i got to hotel around 406 and was told room wasnt ready. They asked to give them 20 mins. They didnt give me my room till almost 5pm. I asked them to hurry b.c i had somewhere to be at 5pm. I was late to my event. Contacted about ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
Front desk staff Jessica is great!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
very nice. Will return some day.... Did not get to enjoy beach outside hotel due to rain and heavy fog like we wanted Breakfest was very limited. could do better and make hotel stay better.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Panama City Beach
Room was nice, clean sheets and bathroom. I didn't get housekeeping, but my stay was short and so it really wasn't necessary anyway. I missed the part where parking was not included, so I ended up paying $20/day for that. Location is fine - parking is across the street so check-in and THEN park. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Every thing was perfect
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront
Front desk very cordial! Rooms clean. Breakfast tasty although more variety would be appreciated. Enjoyed having extra blanket in the room .
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Highlands
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.
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.
Laguna Beach Estates
When in Laguna Beach Estates, you can plan a visit to Pier Park and Carillon Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach are top sights worth seeing.
