Santa Monica Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Monica
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
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.
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
Trade in the touristy shoreline of Panama City Beach for the rugged coastal beauty of this nearby state park.
Carillon Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carillon Beach during your travels in West Panama City Beach? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Activities
Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
Snorkel & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour Aboard the Footloose
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Footloose Catamaran
Our pick of the best Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
"Yes"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
"The Staff had moments of niceness but not the best. Asked for linen change on bed ad they made the bed with the same linen that I told them smelled a little sweaty after 4 days and we told them no need for rooms= service except the one day we asked. We asked for them to sweep nothing, so I asked ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
"Great place for families!!! Will definitely be back!!!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
"Water was cut off for hours staff was very rude"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Boardwalk Beach Hotel
"All good but parking could be a little tricky"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Bikini Beach Resort
"The load and unload parking area is non existent here! The staff was putting up NO parking signs in the area where i had parked. I didn't intend on leaving my vehicle in that spot due to the inconvenience it would have caused other customers who also needed to unload. There were no signs when we ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Laguna Beach Estates
When in Laguna Beach Estates, you can plan a visit to Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
