Open Sands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rosemary Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Rosemary Beach, a popular beach in Panama City Beach. Stroll along the beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Panama City Beaches
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Panama City Beaches, a popular beach in Panama City Beach.
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.
St. Andrews State Park
Trade in the touristy shoreline of Panama City Beach for the rugged coastal beauty of this nearby state park.
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
With crashing wave pools, towering slides and whitewater rapids, expect to leave this Panama City Beach waterpark completely soaked and smiling.
Activities
Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Shell Island Inflatable Adventure Park & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Footloose Catamaran
Our pick of the best Open Sands Hotel Deals
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
"I wasn’t able to use my microwave or refrigerator as well as ice bucket due to rust mold and mildew some staff was very disrespectful as I bought my concerns to them also a wash cloth was dirty folded up nice and neat when I opened the washcloth i noticed it stained with dirt also had issues with ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
"They now charge a parking fee which is not listed. The front desk worker when we arrived was not friendly at all we did arrive early and she asked for our number in case they got some rooms cleaned but we never got a call like we usually do. The worker that checked us in was friendly and helpful. ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
"Our room looked nothing like the pictures shown. It was in horrible shape and in need of massive updating and improvements and could have been cleaner. I would not walk barefoot at all during my stay. The toilet was not even stable and sunk every time used. The old floor has many sunken spots throughout ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
"From check in to check out the customer service was extremely wonderful. At the time of check in there was a man who wasn't friendly to the front desk clerk Anthony but that didn't stop Anthony from doing his job or being polite to him or anyone else. Great job Anthony! Wonderful place ill definitely ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Bikini Beach Resort
"I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel obligated to share my experience so future guests can make informed decisions. Upon arrival, the first room assigned to me had a strong urine odor and cleanliness issues that made me uncomfortable staying there. I immediately reported the concerns to the ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Boardwalk Beach Hotel
"Loved the tides rooms. I suggest getting a bottom floor oceanside. Was able to go out the balcony back door and go straight down to the beach and pool. The rooms were nice. Only thing I have to complain about is the beds were not very comfortable. You figured they would be for the amount of money ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Open Sands
Rosemary Beach
Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.
Seacrest
Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.
Lower Grand Lagoon
While visiting Lower Grand Lagoon, you might make a stop by sights like Panama City Beaches and St. Andrews State Park.
Inlet Beach
Inlet Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park.
Alys Beach
While visiting Alys Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach.
