Like its restaurants and theme parks, Panama City Beach’s shopping complexes offer their own splashy brand of amusement. With live animals, pirate ships, and rides, they are perfect for taking breaks from the sun. For conventional mall shopping, there’s always the large Panama City Mall, with anchor stores Dillard’s, JC Penney and Sears.
Magic Mountain Mall/Alvin's Island Tropical Department Store 12010 Front Beach Rd. Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-3048 www.alvinsisland.com Magic Mountain Mall, Alvin’s flagship Panama City store, offers beach wear, souvenirs, and thrills to visitors. Keep an eye out for the store’s daily live shark and alligator feedings, and a bevy of colorful parrots.
Treasure Ship 3605 S. Thomas Dr. Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-8881 www.treasureship.com A replica of a Spanish galleon, the Treasure Ship offers three restaurants and a kitschy gift shop stocked with pirate-themed loot. For a memorable souvenir trip and snack, simply walk the plank. Shipwreck LTD 10570 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 233-6750 This tropical shopping paradise has surf wear, swimwear, shoes, souvenirs, and beach supplies. Gear up at this shop for a day on the beach.
Sporty Lady of Destin The Shoppes at Paradise Key 4427 Commons Drive East Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-6763 www.sportylady.com Finding the perfect swimsuit that fits and flatters your figure is EASY. Let their trained consultants show you the most complete collection of Missy, plus-size, Junior and Girls' swimwear on the Emerald Coast. Voted "Best Local Retailer" in 2006. |