Dawn’s guidebook

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Dawn’s guidebook

Food scene

Great place right across from the marina. Great food, energetic atmosphere. Outside dining available. Less than a ten minute walk from Serenity cottage
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McGuire's Irish Pub
600 E Gregory St
380 recommandé par les habitants
Great place right across from the marina. Great food, energetic atmosphere. Outside dining available. Less than a ten minute walk from Serenity cottage
The food in this place is DIVINE! Reasonably priced considering you are getting some of the freshest seafood, straight from the Bay. You will LOVE this one. I have included their website below The District: Seville Steak and Seafood is committed to providing our guests with a unique culinary experience served with warmth, friendliness, professionalism and above all pride in our product. More than just a steakhouse unique to Downtown Pensacola, we strive to turn moments into memories for our patrons. https://www.districtsteaks.com
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The District - Seville Steak & Seafood
123 E Government St
36 recommandé par les habitants
The food in this place is DIVINE! Reasonably priced considering you are getting some of the freshest seafood, straight from the Bay. You will LOVE this one. I have included their website below The District: Seville Steak and Seafood is committed to providing our guests with a unique culinary experience served with warmth, friendliness, professionalism and above all pride in our product. More than just a steakhouse unique to Downtown Pensacola, we strive to turn moments into memories for our patrons. https://www.districtsteaks.com
What would a vacation be without your daily Starbucks fix? We have you covered. Just a short 10-15 minute walk away, you will find our local Starbucks serving up all of your favorite drinks.
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Starbucks
346 Gulf Breeze Pkwy
30 recommandé par les habitants
What would a vacation be without your daily Starbucks fix? We have you covered. Just a short 10-15 minute walk away, you will find our local Starbucks serving up all of your favorite drinks.
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Another Broken Egg Cafe
721 E Gregory St
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This cute little eclectic place is sure to please. It's a great local spot known for its wonderful tapas
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Carmen's Lunch Bar & Tapas
407 S Palafox St
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This cute little eclectic place is sure to please. It's a great local spot known for its wonderful tapas
My favorite spot in PCOLA. You must tell me how you like it if you go to visit
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Five Sisters Blues Cafe
421 W Belmont St
108 recommandé par les habitants
My favorite spot in PCOLA. You must tell me how you like it if you go to visit
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The Fish House
600 S Barracks St
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Great place to let the kids go crazy. This place will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth
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Bubba's Sweet Spot
405 S Palafox St
25 recommandé par les habitants
Great place to let the kids go crazy. This place will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth

Sightseeing

Beautiful and trendy Graffi bridge, part of historic Pensacola. THE 17TH AVENUE RAILROAD TRESTLE BRIDGE was built in 1888. A local Pensacola landmark, people have been painting the bridge for generations and the paintings change daily. Anything and everything gets painted on the graffiti bridge: tributes, professions of love, invitations to prom, well-wishes to sports teams and graduates, anniversaries, holidays, birthdays, profanity, hopeful messages, celebrations, drawings, artwork, community event announcements, and the list goes on. People get engaged here, and some have even gotten married here. The bridge attracts painters, photographers, and tourists who want a sense of what Pensacolans are all about. Park at the city boat ramp adjacent to the bridge. If you walk around the bridge, be mindful of oncoming traffic that has poor visibility coming around the curve. If your vehicle is taller than 10'8", do not attempt to drive under the bridge. Bring a can of paint and add to the canvas. This bridge is literally steps away from the Serendipity Cottage and within a quick 3-5 minute walk, you can be front and center enjoying the latest art display. Take pictures and capture the memories for a lifetime.
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The Graffiti Bridge
North 17th Avenue
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Beautiful and trendy Graffi bridge, part of historic Pensacola. THE 17TH AVENUE RAILROAD TRESTLE BRIDGE was built in 1888. A local Pensacola landmark, people have been painting the bridge for generations and the paintings change daily. Anything and everything gets painted on the graffiti bridge: tributes, professions of love, invitations to prom, well-wishes to sports teams and graduates, anniversaries, holidays, birthdays, profanity, hopeful messages, celebrations, drawings, artwork, community event announcements, and the list goes on. People get engaged here, and some have even gotten married here. The bridge attracts painters, photographers, and tourists who want a sense of what Pensacolans are all about. Park at the city boat ramp adjacent to the bridge. If you walk around the bridge, be mindful of oncoming traffic that has poor visibility coming around the curve. If your vehicle is taller than 10'8", do not attempt to drive under the bridge. Bring a can of paint and add to the canvas. This bridge is literally steps away from the Serendipity Cottage and within a quick 3-5 minute walk, you can be front and center enjoying the latest art display. Take pictures and capture the memories for a lifetime.
Did you know that Pensacola Florida is the home of the Blue Angels? The museum is located just 30 minutes from the East Hill area with a quick drive to the Naval base. I am a HUGE fan of airplanes, the military and general aviation. This place has it all. There is even a simulator that visitors can ride to experience the Blue Angels in flight. The museum has full size replicas (and some actual airplanes) of most of the airplanes that were flown throughout America's rich history. If you love the military and love history, this is the place for you. There is even a Blue Angel exhibit. Call ahead because if you time your visit well, you might be able to witness an actual fly over by the Blue Angels as they practice their maneuvers. This museum really is one of the best attractions on the East coast. Visit the website for information on ticket pricing: https://www.navalaviationmuseum.org
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National Naval Aviation Museum
1750 Radford Blvd
468 recommandé par les habitants
Did you know that Pensacola Florida is the home of the Blue Angels? The museum is located just 30 minutes from the East Hill area with a quick drive to the Naval base. I am a HUGE fan of airplanes, the military and general aviation. This place has it all. There is even a simulator that visitors can ride to experience the Blue Angels in flight. The museum has full size replicas (and some actual airplanes) of most of the airplanes that were flown throughout America's rich history. If you love the military and love history, this is the place for you. There is even a Blue Angel exhibit. Call ahead because if you time your visit well, you might be able to witness an actual fly over by the Blue Angels as they practice their maneuvers. This museum really is one of the best attractions on the East coast. Visit the website for information on ticket pricing: https://www.navalaviationmuseum.org
This is yet another PERFECT destination for families with children. The views from this historic lighthouse are spectacular. Guests can climb all the way to the top for a full view of the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more about this wonderful destination at the link: https://www.pensacolalighthouse.org
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Phare et musée maritime de Pensacola
2081 Radford Blvd
176 recommandé par les habitants
This is yet another PERFECT destination for families with children. The views from this historic lighthouse are spectacular. Guests can climb all the way to the top for a full view of the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more about this wonderful destination at the link: https://www.pensacolalighthouse.org
Grab your cameras and binoculars and start your birding journey along our coastline. Pensacola is home to many native birds, and Pensacola is also located between two major fly zones, Gulf Islands National Seashore on Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key, the longest stretch of protected seashore in the country. These spots are also the first stop for hundreds of migrating birds flying north in the spring. The Pensacola Bay Area has 10 locations listed on the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a network of 510 premier wildlife viewing sites. The trail is a program of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. I cannot say enough about this fun adventure. The scenery is beautiful and you will love every moment of this outdoor adventure.
Bayou Marcus Birding Trail
3051 Fayal Dr
Grab your cameras and binoculars and start your birding journey along our coastline. Pensacola is home to many native birds, and Pensacola is also located between two major fly zones, Gulf Islands National Seashore on Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key, the longest stretch of protected seashore in the country. These spots are also the first stop for hundreds of migrating birds flying north in the spring. The Pensacola Bay Area has 10 locations listed on the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a network of 510 premier wildlife viewing sites. The trail is a program of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. I cannot say enough about this fun adventure. The scenery is beautiful and you will love every moment of this outdoor adventure.
We have the best beaches in the world and you cannot change my mind! Pensacola Beach is literally just a 10-15 minute drive from Serendipity Cottage. Although Pensacola Bay bridge is closed for repairs, it is expected to open up later in the summer. But just because the bridge is closed, does not mean you can't still have fun at the beach. Use your GPS to find alternate routes to the sandy beaches. Pensacola Beach’s mild temperature, sugar-white beaches, and crystal clear waters draw beach lovers, fishing enthusiasts and environmentalists alike. Anchored at the western tip of Florida, stretching miles along the Gulf of Mexico, this barrier island offers you a range of experiences. From lively crowds at its lifeguarded main beaches, to the quiet, secluded beaches of Gulf Islands National Seashore and the corridors of historic Fort Pickens, you're sure to find your perfect spot in the sand. Pensacola Beach’s mild temperature, sugar-white beaches, and crystal clear waters draw beach lovers, fishing enthusiasts and environmentalists alike. Anchored at the western tip of Florida, stretching miles along the Gulf of Mexico, this barrier island offers you a range of experiences. From lively crowds at its lifeguarded main beaches, to the quiet, secluded beaches of Gulf Islands National Seashore and the corridors of historic Fort Pickens, you're sure to find your perfect spot in the sand.
554 recommandé par les habitants
Pensacola Beach
7300 Plantation Road
554 recommandé par les habitants
We have the best beaches in the world and you cannot change my mind! Pensacola Beach is literally just a 10-15 minute drive from Serendipity Cottage. Although Pensacola Bay bridge is closed for repairs, it is expected to open up later in the summer. But just because the bridge is closed, does not mean you can't still have fun at the beach. Use your GPS to find alternate routes to the sandy beaches. Pensacola Beach’s mild temperature, sugar-white beaches, and crystal clear waters draw beach lovers, fishing enthusiasts and environmentalists alike. Anchored at the western tip of Florida, stretching miles along the Gulf of Mexico, this barrier island offers you a range of experiences. From lively crowds at its lifeguarded main beaches, to the quiet, secluded beaches of Gulf Islands National Seashore and the corridors of historic Fort Pickens, you're sure to find your perfect spot in the sand. Pensacola Beach’s mild temperature, sugar-white beaches, and crystal clear waters draw beach lovers, fishing enthusiasts and environmentalists alike. Anchored at the western tip of Florida, stretching miles along the Gulf of Mexico, this barrier island offers you a range of experiences. From lively crowds at its lifeguarded main beaches, to the quiet, secluded beaches of Gulf Islands National Seashore and the corridors of historic Fort Pickens, you're sure to find your perfect spot in the sand.
You MUST go on a dolphin tour. It will be one of the most heart warming experiences of your life. Give my guys a call and set up an appointment. Link below. https://www.ho2pensacola.com
Ho2 Pensacola Dolphin Tours, Pontoons & More!
715 Pensacola Beach Boulevard
You MUST go on a dolphin tour. It will be one of the most heart warming experiences of your life. Give my guys a call and set up an appointment. Link below. https://www.ho2pensacola.com
This is a super unique experience. Perfect for a date but also nice for families with older kids. I must admit that I loved doing this activity. Link for reservations: https://www.glowpaddle.com
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Glow Paddle
165 Fort Pickens Rd
28 recommandé par les habitants
This is a super unique experience. Perfect for a date but also nice for families with older kids. I must admit that I loved doing this activity. Link for reservations: https://www.glowpaddle.com
One of the best beaches in PCOLA. Only thirty minutes away from the Serendipity Cottage
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Navarre Beach
172 recommandé par les habitants
One of the best beaches in PCOLA. Only thirty minutes away from the Serendipity Cottage
36 recommandé par les habitants
Perdido Key Beach
14202 Perdido Key Dr
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Bay Bluffs Park
3400 Scenic Hwy
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My absolute favorites. I loved everything about this, including the huge battleship and don't forget to visit the submarine next doo.r This is a perfect day outing for the kids. Enjoy
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USS Alabama
2703 Battleship Pkwy
166 recommandé par les habitants
My absolute favorites. I loved everything about this, including the huge battleship and don't forget to visit the submarine next doo.r This is a perfect day outing for the kids. Enjoy

City/town information

Coming to town for a few days, we are just a three hour drive away from the BIG EASY.
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New Orleans
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Coming to town for a few days, we are just a three hour drive away from the BIG EASY.
Hit the slots on the Mississippi coast. The casinos of Biloxi make a fantastic day trip
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Biloxi
64 recommandé par les habitants
Hit the slots on the Mississippi coast. The casinos of Biloxi make a fantastic day trip