With its sugar-sand beaches, sparkling Gulf waters and abundance of museums, attractions and welcoming accommodations, Northwest Florida is the ideal destination for families. 
 

The Flora-Bama Lounge is a beloved, ramshackle beach bar/juke joint/restaurant/hangout on Perdido Key outside Pensacola.

Families love Perdido Key’s pristine, uncrowded, laid-back vibe.

- ~Bill Strength for Visit Pensacola

Gulf Islands National Seashore exhibits Perdido Key’s unspoiled beauty.

Gulf Islands National Seashore exhibits Perdido Key’s unspoiled beauty.

- Bill Strength for VISIT FLORIDA
 

By Kati Schardl 
 

Families Flock to Pensacola

There’s something for everyone in the family in Pensacola. Plunge into the past with a visit to Historic Pensacola Village. Window-shop your way down the retail establishments of Pensacola Beach Boardwalk. Hop in a go-kart at Fast Eddie’s Fun Center. Step into nature at Big Lagoon State Park on Perdido Key.

Read and see more: 7 Things for Families to Do in Pensacola

More for Families Around Pensacola

Explore the Pensacola Bay area to find plenty of family-oriented attractions. The National Naval Aviation Museum features vintage aircraft, displays, interactive exhibits and more.

The ZOO in Gulf Breeze is a 50-acre preserve that’s been featured on Animal Planet, and the Pensacola Museum of Art hosts classes for adults and children both.

Read and see more: Pensacola's Family Attractions

Hangar Bay One is a recent addition to the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola.

Hangar Bay One is a recent addition to the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola.

- Colin Hackley for VISIT FLORIDA

It’s just a short stroll from the beaches of St. George Island to the reconstructed Cape St. George Lighthouse

- . ~Colin Hackley for VISIT FLORIDA

Laid-Back or Lively, St. George Island Suits All

There’s something for everyone at St. George Island. There are 17 miles of paved paths for cycling, walking and jogging. Climb the steps of the reconstructed Cape St. George Lighthouse for a panoramic view. Fishermen, kayakers and hikers will find plenty to do at St. George Island State Park.

Read and see more: 5 Things for Families to Do on St. George Island

View from the water

View from the water

- Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

One of the resort's three pools

One of the resort's three pools

- Carrie McLaren

Families Find It All at Sandestin Hilton

The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa makes family vacationing easy, with a staff to provide everything you and your children need during your stay.

Read and see more: Sandestin Resort: Family Trip of a Lifetime

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