Open Sands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Pier Park
Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.
Panama City Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?
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.
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.
St. Andrews State Park
Spend some time in a Florida state park that excites with its rugged coastal landscapes, undersea adventures and gorgeous beaches.
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
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
Shell Island Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour in Panama City Beach
Panama City Beach Sunset Catamaran Sail on The Privateer
Original CRUISIN TIKIS 3 Hour Cruise, Snorkel, Swim/float Sandbar
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel Boat Tour
Our pick of the best Open Sands Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
The staff was so helpful. Cardinal was so cordial. He made our stay there very special. The room was clean and spacious. The beach right outside the door. The food was good.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Check in was easy and staff was very friendly. Room is better than was expecting and have a gorgeous view of beach and ocean.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
The whole place is just magical. Its like a place we stayed as kids in the 1980’s. No muss no fuss. Its clean enough, big enough and has a great heated pool
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Panama City Beach
The room was very nice and large. My view was great and the staff were really nice.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Bikini Beach Resort
Would like
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Part of the building is currently undergoing a makeover, but the staff are so amazing, they found us a quiet room tucked away right on the sandy beach. The pool is heated and a relaxing bar on site made for a great stay !!!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Open Sands
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.
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.
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 Russell-Fields Pier.
Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit WonderWorks and Ripley's Believe It or Not.
Laguna Beach
Beaches and golf courses are some things travellers note about Laguna Beach. Check out Pier Park or Russell-Fields Pier while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Bel Air
While visiting Bel Air, you might make a stop by sights like Thomas Drive and Panama City Beaches.
