Pensacola Guidebook
Local Breweries
Pensacola has some incredible local craft breweries that are a must visit while you stay in Pensacola.
This “farm inspired” brewery takes craft brewing to the next level. They collaborate with local farms to provide craft beers that truly let you a taste of Pensacola.
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Odd Colony Brewing Company
260 N Palafox StThis “farm inspired” brewery takes craft brewing to the next level. They collaborate with local farms to provide craft beers that truly let you a taste of Pensacola.
Perfect Plain is a great place to spend the evening after a long day at the beach. If craft beer isn’t your thing, then step out back to Garden & Grain: an outdoor, garden inspired, cocktail bar.
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Perfect Plain Brewing Co.
50 E Garden StPerfect Plain is a great place to spend the evening after a long day at the beach. If craft beer isn’t your thing, then step out back to Garden & Grain: an outdoor, garden inspired, cocktail bar.
This brewery has the famous Pensacola postcard mural painted on the wall. It’s a perfect photo opportunity for commemorate your visit to Pensacola.
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Alga Beer Company
2435 North 12th AvenueThis brewery has the famous Pensacola postcard mural painted on the wall. It’s a perfect photo opportunity for commemorate your visit to Pensacola.
Food scene
This is great date night restaurant close to Scenic Heights. The food, cocktails, and environment are always on point. Be sure to make a reservation a day or two in advance.
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George Bistro + Bar
6205 N 9th AveThis is great date night restaurant close to Scenic Heights. The food, cocktails, and environment are always on point. Be sure to make a reservation a day or two in advance.
This is my absolute favorite place to eat in Pensacola. The food is very creative and flavorful. If you are looking for a splurge and a great experience, look no further.
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Restaurant Iron
22 N Palafox StThis is my absolute favorite place to eat in Pensacola. The food is very creative and flavorful. If you are looking for a splurge and a great experience, look no further.
There is no better place to take the family to have an experience like no other. This Pensacola landmark has been a staple in the community since 1977. The atmosphere alone is well worth the visit, but the food, craft beer, and specialty cocktails will not disappoint.
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McGuire's Irish Pub
600 E Gregory StThere is no better place to take the family to have an experience like no other. This Pensacola landmark has been a staple in the community since 1977. The atmosphere alone is well worth the visit, but the food, craft beer, and specialty cocktails will not disappoint.
Family friendly restaurant on the beach. If you are visiting in the summer, get there early for dinner because the wait can be long during peak season.
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Peg Leg Pete's
1010 Fort Pickens RdFamily friendly restaurant on the beach. If you are visiting in the summer, get there early for dinner because the wait can be long during peak season.
Neighborhoods
This neighborhood is safe, quiet, and family friendly. Nestled above Scenic Highway, Scenic Heights is one of the largest neighborhoods in the City of Pensacola. It houses many of Pensacola’s local parks. Most streets have sidewalks that make walking the preferred way of getting around the neighborhood.
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Scenic Heights
This neighborhood is safe, quiet, and family friendly. Nestled above Scenic Highway, Scenic Heights is one of the largest neighborhoods in the City of Pensacola. It houses many of Pensacola’s local parks. Most streets have sidewalks that make walking the preferred way of getting around the neighborhood.
Local Beach Spots
If you are looking for low stress and easy beach parking, go where the locals go. These are my favorite beach spots.
Park East is the best beach on the Gulf side to take the kids. There is plenty of parking and a large bathroom facility available there. It is a bit of drive down the beach, but it is well worth it. For those who like snorkeling, there is an artificial reef not far off of the beach.
Pensacola Beach - Park East
Pensacola Beach TrailPark East is the best beach on the Gulf side to take the kids. There is plenty of parking and a large bathroom facility available there. It is a bit of drive down the beach, but it is well worth it. For those who like snorkeling, there is an artificial reef not far off of the beach.
If you’re looking for a healthy way to start your beach day, grab an açaí bowl and a cup of coffee at Bear Fruit Bowls at the Pensacola Beach Pier.
Bear Fruit Bowls and Coffee
41 Fort Pickens RoadIf you’re looking for a healthy way to start your beach day, grab an açaí bowl and a cup of coffee at Bear Fruit Bowls at the Pensacola Beach Pier.
Pensacola Historical Sites
Pensacola is the first settlement in the United States. If you are interested in learning more about its history check out these historical sites and attractions.
*Museum closed to visitors without a valid military ID*
Pensacola is called the cradle of naval aviation, because almost all naval pilots begin their training here. The Naval Aviation Museum tells the storied history of Naval Aviation. It is a great place to take the kids to let them explore. It’s a great place for the whole family.
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Músaem Náisiúnta Eitleoireachta Mara
1750 Radford Blvd*Museum closed to visitors without a valid military ID*
Pensacola is called the cradle of naval aviation, because almost all naval pilots begin their training here. The Naval Aviation Museum tells the storied history of Naval Aviation. It is a great place to take the kids to let them explore. It’s a great place for the whole family.
Fort Pickens is a great place to take the family to spend the day exploring. This historic fort was built in 1834 and survived multiple attacks during the Civil War. This national park also has a few beach accesses that tend to be less crowded than the public beaches. A day pass costs $25 per vehicle.
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Fort Pickens
1400 Fort Pickens RdFort Pickens is a great place to take the family to spend the day exploring. This historic fort was built in 1834 and survived multiple attacks during the Civil War. This national park also has a few beach accesses that tend to be less crowded than the public beaches. A day pass costs $25 per vehicle.
Sightseeing
The graffiti bridge is famous for its ever changing façade. It’s legal to tag this bridge, and it is often used by local artists, residents, and tourists alike as a medium for their art. This bridge is on the way from our house to the beach so make sure to keep an eye out. Feel free to commemorate your trip by tagging this bridge.
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The Graffiti Bridge
North 17th AvenueThe graffiti bridge is famous for its ever changing façade. It’s legal to tag this bridge, and it is often used by local artists, residents, and tourists alike as a medium for their art. This bridge is on the way from our house to the beach so make sure to keep an eye out. Feel free to commemorate your trip by tagging this bridge.
Local Shops
If you are looking for beach gear, swim suits, or surf/skate gear, Innerlight is the place to go. Innerlight is locally owned and operated.
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Innerlight Surf & Skate
6307 N 9th AveIf you are looking for beach gear, swim suits, or surf/skate gear, Innerlight is the place to go. Innerlight is locally owned and operated.
This ice cream shop is the perfect place to take the kids after a day at the beach. They have a large assortment of ice cream, fresh fudge, and many other amazing treats. Bubba Watson, professional golfer and Pensacola local, owns this shop.
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Bubba's Sweet Spot
405 S Palafox StThis ice cream shop is the perfect place to take the kids after a day at the beach. They have a large assortment of ice cream, fresh fudge, and many other amazing treats. Bubba Watson, professional golfer and Pensacola local, owns this shop.