Escape the Cold with a Pensacola Beach Trip

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

Palafox Market: Grab a cup of coffee and head to Palafox Market; it’s a terrific way to spend a Saturday morning before working on your tan. From the amazing local food products to fresh produce, you’ll be sure to find something to enjoy. Pickup some goodies for a picnic on the beach or peruse the crafts and wares made by local artisans for all your souvenir shopping. 

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

Egg Fest: A yearly event held at the Pensacola Blue Wahoos stadium, chefs come from all over to grill up their favorite dishes on the Big Green Egg. Grab a beer and make sure to come hungry because you get to sample them all. You’ll find everything from pizza creations to more creative plates like waffle wrapped sausages. And the best part? It’s all for charity! 

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

SoGourmet: Pensacola’s newest culinary experience, SoGourmet is both approachable and refined. A space for both artisan vendors, events and cooking classes, the olive oil, vinegar, wine and cheese selection is to die for and you’ll find yourself in heaven after their free tastings. I highly recommend picking up a bottle of their 18-year aged balsamic and some butter olive oil. You just can’t go wrong at this place.

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

Three Tenors: There’s never a lack of entertainment in Pensacola and this concert was held for free at the Blue Wahoos stadium as part of Foo Foo Fest. A massive cultural to-do, Foo Festival is a yearly 12-day celebration of the arts in all it’s forms. You can catch the Blue Angels homecoming air show, food and wine tastings, comedy shows, art installations, and everything in-between.

There’s always something happening in Pensacola! Check out their events page for special attractions each month.

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

Restaurant Iron: One of the most delicious meals I had in Pensacola, the food at Restaurant Iron was nothing short of sensational. The atmosphere is cozy and the cocktails jubilent. Start with the truffle fries before meandering down the menu to order the chicken pot pie – it’s life changing. You can’t forget dessert, but be prepared for the most delicious food coma ever.

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

History of Pensacola Sign: Did you know Pensacola was the first European settlement in the continental United States? Even before Jamestown and St. Augustine! With a rich history that spans mutiple countries, wars, and axes of power, little signs like this will keep you up on your history as you explore the town. 

If you want a history lesson under water, take a dive to one of the incredible shipwrecks right off Pensacola shores. Now, that’s what we call a hands on lesson! 

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

Jackson’s Steakhouse: Make sure you’re hungry when you hit up Jackson’s because the portions are large (but there’s no shame in heading there for lunch). Menu must-haves include the Mahi Mahi and the delicious French Onion soup loaded with cheese.

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

Downtown Pensacola: Whether it’s a restaurant, boutique or bakery, you can do just about anything in Pensacola. Hit up the downtown area for shopping, strolling and views of the harbor that’s a refreshing blend of modernity and historic charm. 

Instead of bundling up when the temperatures start to drop, break out your suitcase, pack your bathing suit and head down to Pensacola, Florida for a fall getaway. Named one of the top 25 beaches by Trip Advisor, this beach town is jammed packed with arts and culture festivals, great food by award winning chefs, incredible dive spots and of course, that beautiful white sand. 

Our friend, Ambitious Kitchen, spent a long weekend exploring the best Pensacola has to offer to share with you where to go, what to do and what to eat. Here are her tips:

George Bakery: An upscale bakery with some of the flakiest croissants you’ll ever taste, George is a great place to find unique breakfast items such as a truffle omelette and very berry french toast.

Whether your version of culture is a culinary education or learning more about the history of the area, Pensacola’s a crowd pleaser for whatever the occasion. 

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