OMG... this was way more than we expected. Not your Average Walking Ghost Toue!…read more We booked the Pensacola History and Hauntings Ghost Tour thinking it would just be a fun history walk with some spooky stories. What we got was honestly one of the coolest experiences we have ever done. Our guide was amazing and incredibly knowledgeable about Pensacola's history, but the part that really blew our minds was when activity started happening during the tour. I'm normally a huge skeptic when it comes to paranormal stuff, but a few things happened that we honestly could not explain. Not going to lie, it freaked us out a little bit, but in the best way possible. The stories were fascinating, the history was real, and the atmosphere of walking through downtown Pensacola at night made everything feel so immersive. Even if you are skeptical like me, it is still completely worth doing. If you want something unique, fun, a little spooky, and very memorable, Pensacola History and Hauntings is absolutely worth every cent. We will definitely be bringing friends next time.

We set to go here days before the actual event. We moved other plans around so we could go here…read more(last day). We arrived to the location with no one there. We called only to learn they canceled our booking because "two people was not worth the planning." They claimed to have sent emails and called us but no contact was ever made. I checked booking details and the number on file was correct, something the lady claimed I must have given wrong. Terrible service.

We had a great time! We had family in town who really wanted to see the blue angels so we booked…read moretickets for the ferry. It was a nice ride and had a great view. The staff was great! They had a bar with drinks, snacks and also alcohol.

A must see attraction when in Pensacola . We booked the evening sunset cruise and it was awesome …read more It got really cold during the sunset . Weather was like 52F when we went and with the wind , it became really cold. Ticketing was easy , boarding was good . Very friendly staffs . Service was good Lots of parking outside . The ferry sold some beers and snacks but it was expensive. You can't bring your own . Took about 90 mins back and forth . Nice time pass . After sunset we came down because the open deck was cold . Good experience overall.

Drove past the location and decided to try it out on a whim - so glad we did! This is definitely a…read moremust-do activity, and they are extremely thorough in the safety briefing and explanations that we felt perfectly safe. Joe, our pilot, was super friendly and provided a lot of interesting information about the sites we flew over. Really could not have asked for a better experience, and the price was definitely fair! The views of the beaches were gorgeous and amazing to see from a different perspective. Would absolutely come again to do another tour next time!

Found this place through TripAdvisor and we couldn't have been happier. I was nervous at first…read morebecause i haven't ever been in a helicopter but the Captain made it a truly great experience. He was very personable and easy to talk with. We did the Shark Tour and he didn't disappoint. I will def be recommending this to anyone i know heading to Pensacola!!!

There are so many amazing things that happen when we are here…read more We love to bring our dog Gus. It is peaceful and serene with a quiet reverence about it. There is beauty and nature mingled with strategic forts that protected our country. On this particular visit, a bald eagle flew very close to the car and my open window. Seems the Eagle may have been a bit of a scamp and ticked off a seagull that was chasing him as we were slowly cruising by the wall. Super cool day, all the way around!

This is our 3rd star style fort. We did Fort McHeney years ago and Fort Morgan yesterday. They are…read moreinteresting with their inner and outer walls and batteries. I really enjoy taking pictures at the forts. We did not get to take the walking tour but one is provided.

(May 22, 2024) I highly recommend this 2 hours dolphin and…read morebay cruise excursion. If you're staying on Pensacola Beach, it's a super easy drive and park situation. Park near Felix's restaurant and enter downstairs under Felix's. There is a little ramp that takes you to the bay side where you catch the boat. No signs mark the area, but you will see others waiting in the area. These are most likely your fellow boaters. They suggest you arrive 45 minutes prior to departure. Our tour was scheduled for 10:00 AM; we arrived at 9:20 AM. The wait is easy with the beautiful scenery are lovely breeze. There are tables and chairs to sit at while waiting. The boat came out of the bay to get us, so don't be surprised if you don't see a boat when you first arrive. You will walk in the sand for a short distance before taking the pier to get onto the boat. A gentleman will take your last name that you made the reservations under, so you don't need tickets to show the reservation. The guys can help you on the boat if needed. The boat is a double decker. The lower area is shaded with large 3-3-1/2' port type widows which are open for a great breeze and maximum viewing. The captain will briefly go over safety instructions and what to do in case of an emergency. This is standard procedure on any chartered vessel. Don't be late! We had a group of 4 board at the last minute so all the instructions they missed had to be restated. Very annoying and rude, so don't be THAT person/group. You must stay seated while leaving the pier, but after you leave, you are free to roam the vessel. All seats are around the perimeter of the boat and each side of the boat has 7 windows. There's plenty of room for viewing. The captain does a great job of turning the boat so everyone gets to see the dolphins no matter which side you are seated. They sell canned sodas, bottles water and chips; no alcohol. There are plenty of grab bars to steady yourself once the boat gets going. It was a very smooth ride. Even when fishing boats went by us and created wake, we didn't feel much at all. I don't think anyone would have trouble with sea sickness. There is plenty of room for strollers, adult walkers, etc. No restrictions on purses. Several people had diaper bags for the kids and backpacks. There is a restroom onboard. We saw several pods of dolphin. It was a so neat how they come very close to the boat. Dylan/Dillion, of the boat hands, was so good at engaging with our group. Though he is young (born in 2001), he has been in Pensacola all his life and is very knowledgeable about the dolphins and the history of Pensacola. He was a pleasure to meet. After the dolphin viewing we took a cruise around the entire bay. We saw Ft. Pickens, the haunted lighthouse, million dollar homes, the military base area and so much more. I wasn't expecting the cruise to be as much fun as the dolphin viewing. They played reggae music while we cruised. I'm so glad we decided to do this tour! We were returned to the same area we left originally. For only $30 (plus taxes/fees and not including cancellation insurance you can add), this was a great deal! The vessel staff work for tips, so please remember to take care of them.

Great Experience. Little confusing finding the dock where we board. Had a great time. Saw plenty of…read moredolphins. Crew were super laid back and chil. I would recommend.

We had an excellent experience after booking a 4 hour trip online! You can have up to 6 people, but…read more4 people was plenty cozy. They do a flat rate for the time period, whether you go way off shore or stay in shore. We did the morning 7am and the sunrise was just breathtaking. Captain Jordan took amazing care of us, he has great vibes. We caught a lot but couldn't keep most of it due to not being in season. Staying in shore on a windy day we were looking for red fish, but ended up with white tuna and a Spanish mackerel. We were also able to see the Thunderbirds practice for the air show and a friendly local dolphin, on top of a rainbow- couldn't ask for a better day!

April, 2025, two nights. Fort Pickens Campground (FL). This campground, administered by the…read moreNational Park Service with reservations through recreation.gov, is situated on a barrier island (Santa Rosa Island) between the Gulf of America (formerly Gulf of Mexico) and Pensacola Bay. It's part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore. The area features emerald coast water, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes, historical sites, and a sanctuary for marine life. This is a place to "get away from it all", as the closest town and restaurants are about 8 miles away. The campground offers 137 family sites with electricity (20, 30, and 50 amp) and water hook-ups, as well as 40 non-electric sites. Wheelchair sites are available. Each site offers a fire pit, picnic table, and a paved pad. Note that many sites have restrictions from low limbs, and some have short driveways. Also, the sites are rather close together and offer little privacy or shade. Campground sites are designed around loops A-E, and there are heated showers, flush toilets, drinking water, and a dump,station. I *think* that there was also a pay laundry. The campground hosts were friendly and helpful, but not overbearing. The campground is a short (1/4-mile) walk to a pristine beach, with heading over for sunset a very popular activity among campers. Historic Fort Pickens, a pentagonal fort built in 1834 to defend Pensacola Bay, is about one mile down the road. The campground is also close to the northern terminus of the Florida National Scenic Trail, which stretches 1,300 miles from this western end of the Florida panhandle to the southern terminus at Big Cypress National Preserve. Walking and biking are popular activities both on this trail, or on designated lanes next to most of the slow-moving main road. Note that there are no boat ramps in the Fort Pickens area. Also, NO pets are allowed on any beaches within the Gulf Islands National Seashore. The campground is a good value, and supports the National Park Service (NPS). Our site, with electric and water hook-ups for two nights, was $40/night, less 50% discount for holders of the NPS' interagency Senior Pass. There is no reservation fee on recreation.gov. [Non-electric, tent sites are $26 before any discounts]. Admission to the park area also requires an entrance fee of $25, good for seven consecutive days. NPS passes are also accepted for admission.

This is now one of our favorite campgrounds in Florida. It's like you have the Island all to…read moreyourself. The beach is a short walk from the campground. The host was so sweet and accommodating and always around. They have water and electricity, but they also have a dump station, dishwashing station, and laundry facility in Loop A. It was 8 miles to leave the park, and many seafood restaurants were outside the premises. Publix was a 20-minute drive. We toured the fort and enjoyed the trail. We stayed for under $25 a night! You can't beat that!

A family home built in 1882 by a local fisherman on the Bon Secour river. A beautiful estate well…read morekept throughout the years. Offering tours for $5 or come in to look around. Now available as a wedding venue as well. With various rooms being used as a Bridal and Groom suite. A large outdoor backyard with a pavilion in construction. This place is gorgeous, offering a glimpse at old life in the south. Improvements are constantly being made to keep the legacy of the Swift-Cole family living on.

Swift-Coles Historic Home, in Bon Secour, AL, initial construction was in1882, is a 6000 sq ft…read morestunning old home with 3500 sq ft of porches with swings and fans, love it. It's filled with beautiful period antiques, some which are familiar to me from my granny's home, that immediately transported me back my childhood. The grounds are beautiful with large Magnolia trees and 120 yr old Live Oak trees with Spanish moss everywhere and there's Azaleas, Hydrangeas and a variety of other plants and shrubs. The grounds all around are meticulously maintained giving the property vibrant look and appeal. Originally it was the home of Charles and Susan Swift and their 11 children, it was purchased in 1976 by Nik Coles. Before his death in 2007, he bequeathed the home to the Baldwin County Historic Development Commission. In 2009 the home was opened to the public and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A debt of gratitude is owed to Mr. Nik Coles for his contributions in saving one of the most colorful and outstanding examples of the turn of the century Gulf Coast architecture in our community. The Swift-Coles Historic Home is now open to the public for summer tours. The guided tours leads visitors through the 16 room historic tidewater mansion and grounds to experience how life along the Bon Secour River would have been nearly 100 years ago. There's lots of legends and lore about this place being haunted, many about the deceased displeasure with the renovations. I have been here several times and the last was recently with #1 son and my neighbor Claudine for a late night paranormal investigation with Panhandle Paranormal Group. It indeed was very cool! For more information about tours and current events call (251) 949-5550 or visit their Facebook page at: https://facebook.com/Swift-Coles-Historic-Home-544364585730248/ Bottom line: A lovely piece of history, it's not Mount Vernon but it's lovely.