What are some exciting places to visit in Panama City, Florida?|100209

My mom and I are going to Panama City, FL for my dance nationals, and we will have 2 free days there. What could we do there that we would enjoy??? We were considering going to Gulf World Marine Park. We really don_t want to spend that much money. Help?

....look at _visitpanamacitybeach.com_ for various activities on the beach.Check out Pier Park,and Coconut Creek Mini Golf and Maze,for a nostalgic mini golf _Goofy Golf_ is on of the Original Mini Golf courses.
Also A glass bottom boat trip to shell Island is worth it.

Lots of fun things to do there! Depends on what you_re into, lots of shopping (outlet malls, local shops, etc), go carts, mini golf, water parks. PC is okay, but I much prefer the towns west of there, a little more upscale. I know you didn_t pick it, you_re going to nationals, but if you want nicer beaches head an hour west and spend the day in Destin! Also, there are plenty of places to rent jet skis, parasail, etc.
Hope this helps.

Depending on your age Gulf World may not be all that exciting and if you ask me it_s over priced. There_s good shopping at Pier Park, Shipwreck Island Water Park, and Ripleys. Theres_s also of course the beach which is free and you can be out there as long as you want and can even kill an entire day.