Pensacola

A visit to Pensacola is not complete without a trip to this enormous collection of military aircraft muscle and artifacts. — Lonely Planet

In the Historic Pensacola Village. — Lonely Planet

Pensacola's city jail once occupied the 1906 Spanish revival–style building that is now the secure home for the museum's permanent collection. — Fodor's

Evoking images from Gone With the Wind, these 115 acres house the 1895 Greek Revival-style Wesley Mansion, which has been restored and richly furnished with period antiques. — Frommer's

This place will draw you in and take you back in time and leave you asking questions. — Afar Magazine

It is now a museum which boasts a grab-bag of Florida arcana, including mounted animals, antlers, old radios and Coke vending machines. — Michelin Guide

Dating from the Civil War, this fort just northeast of the Museum of Naval Aviation has picnic areas and a half-mile woodland nature trail. — Fodor's

The museum offers a variety of programs for children of all ages, including story time, art projects, as well as a plethora of interactive historical exhibits. — Fodor's

This beach offers everything from seasonal live entertainment to public restrooms and showers. — Fodor's

This 11-mile stretch of road, which winds around the precipice of the highest point along Florida's coastline, makes for a peaceful drive or (slightly difficult) bike ride. — Lonely Planet

To learn more about Pensacola's five-flag history, spend 30 to 60 minutes at this museum in the Arbona Building, a structure built around 1882. — Frommer's

We're pleased to say that no visible signs of damage from the devastating 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill remain on this stunning 150-mile stretch of mostly undeveloped white-sand beach. — Lonely Planet

The freshwater at Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park is so clear in some parts that you can see some 100 feet below you. — U.S. News & World Report

Here, there are wide swaths of white sandy beaches and undulating sand dunes, sprouting with sea oats and other beach vegetation. — U.S. News & World Report

To stand there and see thousands of those simple white tombstones is incredibly moving. — Afar Magazine

Pensacola’s only amusement and water park, this family fun spot offers more than 20 rides and attractions, including bumper boats, water slides and an arcade with more than 50 games. — Where

The bucolic surroundings are good for bird-watching, but the main draw may be the beautiful, powdery beach. — Fodor's