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

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

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

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

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

No visit to Florida’s Panhandle is complete without taking in a beach dive bar. — Afar Magazine