Navarre Beach
Welcome to Navarre!
What used to be Florida's best kept secret is now Florida's most relaxing place. The secret is out!
Navarre's main attraction is its white sandy beaches and emerald green waters. It is also home to the largest fishing pier in the Gulf of Mexico. For a small fee you can walk the pier and pay a little extra to get fishing passes and license! While walking the pier, be sure to stop and look down into the water every few feet or so…you may find some sea turtles!
Whether you're fishing or walking, have your camera ready because you are bound to see herons and pelicans up close and personal. They know that when the fishermen are having a good day, they may get the chance to steal a few treats! You will also want to take family photos against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset!
While you're there, stop in for the local fresh catch seafood, sandwiches, burgers and more at
Windjammers
on the pier. You'll be glad you did!
For the aquatic animal lover in you, don't miss the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center. This is home to Sweet Pea, a rescued green sea turtle. Hear her story and learn why she cannot be released and what is being done to help rescue and release others. Visit
navarrebeachseaturtles.org for visiting hours and more information
Over the bridge from the island to the mainland is the newly rebuilt
Navarre Park open from sunrise to sunset. This park features a large colorful playground and splash pad for keeping the kids cool after walking nature trails. There is a large, shady pavilion, some small gazebos and picnic tables waiting for you, so grab your lunch and go! This is probably a good time to mention the spacious parking lot and clean restrooms on site, just in case you were wondering.
Pensacola Beach
Plan to visit Pensacola Beach, there is so much to do besides swimming over here.
Fort Pickens is a main attraction in Pensacola Beach constructed in the early 1800s to protect the Pensacola Bay during the Civil War and WWII. Self guided tour maps are available to assist you in navigating through acres of history. There is a fee for entrance into Fort Pickens.
Get ready to Wine, Dine and Shop at
Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
Dance to live music, delight in beach views and sip cool drinks at
Bamboo Willie's Beachside Bar. Happy Hour is 3pm to 6pm Weekdays. View their calendar of events and music along with their famous drink menu at
bamboowillies.com
Dine at
Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar, serving world famous Oysters on the half shell and delicious seafood. Other menu items include salads, pastas, sandwiches and more. View the menu at
Felixs.com.
Shopping
Whether looking for jewelry, clothing, beachwear, art or gifts and souvenirs you will find something for everyone in the boutique shops on the boardwalk.
Visit PensacolaBeachBoardwalk.com for more information.