LOCAL AREA

The Fort Pickens National Seashore, just a few miles up the road is one of the Nation's most beautiful National Parks. Spend a day exploring its historic Civil War, Spanish American War, WWI and WWII forts. Nature trails and ocean vistas surround.

On the end of the island 5 miles from our Pensacola Beach hotel is Fort Pickens National Seashore. The vast park includes walking and biking trails, a museum and guided tours. You can tour old Fort Pickens with its cannons pointing towards the Gulf.

The National Museum of Naval Aviation is the largest Naval Aviation museum in the world and is located just 15 miles from the hotel. Inside the museum are numerous exhibits and a seven-story atrium that showcases four A-4 Skyhawks. The museum is free.

Pensacola Beach stays warm throughout most of the year. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 50 degrees and summers are hot, usually into the 90s. Make sure to stay hydrated and pack sunscreen. When the Gulf is rough swim at Quiet water Beach Boardwalk.