The 8 Best Water & Amusement Parks in Panama City Beach

Looking for some fun in the sun this Spring and Summer? Panama City Beach, Florida is the place to be! There's so many things to do in Panama City Beach, from enjoying its world-famous beaches or natural parks, to countless recreational activities such as sailing, fishing or deep-sea diving.

And of course, no visit to Panama City Beach would be complete without spending a day or two at one of its many water and amusement parks! Panama City Beach offers a variety of amusement and water parks, packed with rides and attractions that will keep you entertained for hours on end, there's something for everyone in the family.

Here is a list of our 8 favorite water and amusement parks in PCB. So, what are you waiting for? Get ready for some serious fun!

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Shipwreck Island Waterpark

With over 20 slides and attractions, Shipwreck Island is a water lover's paradise! Highlights include the Great Shipwreck, a 17th century sailing ship that swings guests out from the ship into an azure blue lagoon pool; the Zoom Flume, a three-lane, weaving mat racing slide; and the Skull Island, a pirate-themed family activity pool with a giant tipping bucket holding 700 gallons of water and a racing slide called the Pirate's Plunge.

It also features the Lazy River for a relaxing tube ride, a Wave Pool that can generate 3-foot waves and the Tree Top Drop, which features two slides coming off of a 65-foot tall platform. Families can also enjoy an interactive play area with water cannons, geysers, and more.

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Coconut Creek Family Fun Park

This family-friendly park features two tropical 18-hole mini-golf courses, where you can play while enjoying the tropical scenery with cascading waterfalls, treetops and jungle animals, such as giraffes, elephants and gorillas.  You will also enjoy a stroll around Good Luck Lake, which features three kinds of fish (bass, bream and carp) along with a variety of other attractions.

Coconut Creek is also home to the Gran Maze, a football field sized maze with over four miles of paths made out of hedges, with four tiki huts. Players need to find the four checkpoints while testing their navigational skills around the maze. Wether you decide to complete the maze individually or as a group, the Gran Maze is sure to challenge and entertain everyone in the family.

Gulf World Marine Park

Get up close and personal with some of the world's most amazing sea creatures at Gulf World Marine Park! You can swim with dolphins, interact with stingrays, see penguins and sea lions, and even meet a real mermaid. There's also a variety of shows and educational presentations throughout the day.

Gulf World's unique highlight is the possibility of directly interacting with dolphins, with 30 minute sessions designed to play and swim with them.  Try the foot push, dorsal tow or belly ride and enjoy a one-on-one experience with these amazing creatures.

ZooWorld Zoological Park

ZooWorld is home to over 230 animals, including tigers, lions, bears, and reptiles. You can feed the giraffes, pet the kangaroos, and even watch the tigers being fed. There's also a bird aviary where you can get up close and personal with some of your feathered friends and a botanical conservatory.

ZooWorld Park is themed around a lush tropical landscape extending up to 5 acres, and visitors can truly feel like they are in the jungle while walking through the boardwalks of the park.

Make sure to check out the educational shows too, where you can learn more about the animals and their habitats. The staff is passionate about education and conservation, and they will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

WonderWorks Panama City Beach

This "amusement park for the mind" is packed with over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits that will spark your imagination and challenge your perceptions of how the world works. Step into an alternate universe at WonderWorks, with highlights such as the Hurricane Hole simulator, where you can experience what it's like to be in the middle of a category five hurricane; the Earthquake Cafe, where you can feel the power of a real earthquake; or the Virtual Reality Roller Coaster, where you can experience what it's like to defy gravity, and much more.

SkyWheel PCB

Get a bird's eye view of Panama City Beach from 200 feet in the air on the SkyWheel, the tallest Ferris wheel on the Gulf Coast. Enjoy panoramic views of the coastline, the cityscape, and even dolphins playing in the waves below as you soar above it all in a relaxing ride inside a climate-controlled, fully-enclosed gondola.

SkyWheel also offers a thrilling rope course with suspended bridges, cargo nets and rope ladders, as well as an 18-hole mini-golf course, perfect for a fun family outing.

Race City PCB

Buckle up and get ready for some high-octane fun at Race City! This adrenaline-pumping park features go-kart racing, thrill and rollercoaster rides, bumper boats, a skycoaster bungee jump and much more. There's also a 10,000 ft. mega arcade with countless games to keep you entertained.

Cobra Adventure Park

If thrills and spills are what you're after, Cobra Adventure Park is the place for you! This amusement park features go-kart racing, rollercoasters, an 18-hole miniature golf course, arcade games and more. Cobra Adventure Park is perfect for a day of family fun.

Summary

So there you have it, our list of the best water and amusement parks in Panama City Beach! So what are you waiting for? Pack your sunscreen and swimsuit and head on down to PCB for some sun, sand, and serious fun! Thanks for reading!

Did we miss your favorite park? Let us know in the comments below! And be sure to check out our other blog posts for more things to do in Panama City Beach.Until next time, happy adventuring!