Things to do in Florida Panhandle, Florida Panhandle: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

March 13, 2022 Tonie Szymanski

The Florida Panhandle is known for its quaint beach towns and interesting attractions, many of which are money-saving and family friendly. Come to the Florida Panhandle and relax on glorious beaches, shop to your heart’s content and dance the night away. Santa Rosa Island is great for kids and offers a wide array of both beach-based and water-based activities. Families will enjoy a day away to tour the 150-year-old Pensacola Lighthouse. The Florida Panhandle offers exciting nightlife. Panama City, Destin and Pensacola all have numerous bars and nightclubs to suit all tastes. Panama City is home to Club La Vela, the largest nightclub in the U.S. The Florida Panhandle is a shopaholic’s dream. It offers specialty stores, antique stores and shopping malls. For those renting a home or condo, a trip to Joe Patti’s seafood market in Pensacola is a must. The market specializes in fine wine and cheese, and beautifully presented handmade chocolates to take home to friends and relatives as gifts. Mon Père et Moi in Tallahassee is also worth a visit.
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1. Pensacola Walking Cemetery Tour

301 N G St, Pensacola, FL 32501, USA Go Retro
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Explore St. John's Cemetery at dusk in a memorable walking tour.  This is best cemetery walking tour in town, and will be sure to give you goosebumps!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local guide

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By granph

Great tour of area we could not have seen ourselves. Tour guide was good. Stops were fun. Nut store was the best - free praline and beautiful gifts to buy

2. 1hr Segway Tour Downtown

Pensacola Bay Brewery, 225 Zaragoza St, Pensacola, FL 32502, USA Emerald Coast Tours
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1hr Historical Segway tour of Downtown Pensacola. Not as much history told as on our 2hr tour and not as many stops. Routes may vary depending on tour guide.

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Reviewed By mlbourgeois

Truly never appreciated the history and diversity of Pensacola. I always thought of it as a beach, sun & fun destination, but incredible history, great museums and historic square.

3. Walking Pub Tour

Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E Garden St, Pensacola, FL 32502, USA Emerald Coast Tours
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We visit five bars and get drink discounts on this walking history tour. It is Pensacola's original walking pub tour.

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Reviewed By sharongI4468VB

Decided to take a day trip to pensacola for a low key St. Paddy’s getaway. Booked a segway ghost tour because we like spooky things and also wanted to try our hand at the silly segways. Never did we think it was gonna be hands down the most fun we’ve ever had. Nick, was a phenomenal guide. He was extremely knowledgeable not only in the ghost stories but in pensacola history. My face hurt from laughing so much. 10 out a 10 would book again! ????

4. Panama City Small-Group Half-Day Bike Tour

6621 S Lagoon Dr, Panama City, FL 32408, USA Bikes, Bagels, & Brew LLC (B3ars)
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You’ve been to the beach. You’ve been to the bar. You’ve even driven the strip in your car. Now, you’re ready for alligators, exercise, and a local’s view of Panama City Beach. We offer a safe, fun, 8-mile bike tour through Panama City. Our local tour guide will help you navigate Lower Grand Lagoon before entering Saint Andrews State Park. While peddling your single-speed beach cruiser, you’ll hear local facts and enjoy beach views sneaking out between million-dollar homes. Once in the park, we’ll stop for pictures along the iconic pier before a quick bite to eat [bagels in the morning / pizza for dinner rides]. Keep your eyes peeled for exotic birds, deer, and an alligator or two. Sunrise and sunset rides are best – If you can leave the beach or your bed in time! [Ages 15 and over.]

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmets (optional), bike lights, bike basket., Coffee is available on our morning rides., We provide bagels on our morning rides., We provide pizza on our evening rides.

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5. Red Light District Tour of Pensacola

610 N Spring St, Pensacola, FL 32501, USA Go Retro
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Step into another world in Pensacola with this this 90-minute tour of the city's Red Light District. Explore downtown while listening to intriguing stories about about a time when prostitution was legal. Visit a former brothel, drink a boozy beverage and learn about why this port town was a popular stop amongst sailors.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

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Reviewed By granph

Great tour of area we could not have seen ourselves. Tour guide was good. Stops were fun. Nut store was the best - free praline and beautiful gifts to buy

6. Ghosts and Graveyard Tour of Pensacola

610 N Spring St, Pensacola, FL 32501, USA Go Retro
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Haunted houses, ghosts, spooky cemetery--get the ultimate, adult Halloween experience in Pensacola with Go Retro. This riding tour covers a wide area with stops in the Commercial Business District, Seville, Sanders Beach, North and West Hill. You even visit a cemetery! It is designed for mature audiences; therefore parental guidance is advised.

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Reviewed By granph

Great tour of area we could not have seen ourselves. Tour guide was good. Stops were fun. Nut store was the best - free praline and beautiful gifts to buy

7. Longest Siege of Pensacola

610 N Spring St, Pensacola, FL 32501, USA Go Retro
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Rediscover colonial Pensacola--the capital of British West Florida and where the longest siege of the American Revolution was fought. This epic story is so real, you’ll almost smell the gunpowder.

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Reviewed By granph

Great tour of area we could not have seen ourselves. Tour guide was good. Stops were fun. Nut store was the best - free praline and beautiful gifts to buy

8. Hop-on Hop-off Tour in Pensacola

1401 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL 32502, USA Go Retro
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For the best introduction to Pensacola, try the Hop-on, Hop-off Tour. Fully narrated, this tour includes 14 stops for customers to explore areas of interest. Enjoy as much time at each stop. Then continue to explore. This tour includes entrance to Historic Pensacola Village, its 4 museums, a guided tour of the oldest house still on its original foundations, and a self-guided old, cemetery tour. What's even more exciting is that nearby businesses and restaurants offer over $100 in discounts or giveaways. Simply show them your Go Retro wristband, which is proof of your fare. Public parking is available at Go Retro Depot, Visitors Information Center, or Ferry Landing. Customers are asked to board either at the Go Retro Depot or Visitors Information Center. If you arriving at the Ferry Landing or need to be picked up at a specific stop, please call our driver to ensure he is looking for you. Begin your Pensacola adventure here.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Historic Pensacola Village Museum Complex

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Reviewed By granph

Great tour of area we could not have seen ourselves. Tour guide was good. Stops were fun. Nut store was the best - free praline and beautiful gifts to buy

9. Guided tour "Love Stories of Tallahassee"

Mission San Luis, 2100 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA Fun Top Fun USA

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Did you know that Tallahassee has ninety five square miles of land and over two square miles of water? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Is it true that the first Christmas celebrated in the United States was in Tallahassee? What is the most famous historical couple of Tallahassee? Kay Aldridge and Harry Nasland. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

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10. The Best of Tallahassee Walking Tour

Mission San Luis, 2100 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA Fun Top Fun USA

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Is it true that the first Christmas celebrated in the United States was in Tallahassee? Or did you know that Tallahassee has ninety five square miles of land and over two square miles of water? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Tallahassee residents celebrated a white Christmas in 1989. This is a rare occurrence in this sub-tropical climate. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Tallahassee . Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

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