Photo by Monica Silvestre
While winter may be cold and dreary up north, the Gulf Coast enjoys comfortable winter weather and sunshine that continues to attract visitors even during the winter months. Snowbirds and winter guests spend their days relaxing with long walks on the beach, watching breathtaking sunsets, or being active with sports like golf and tennis. The Pensacola area is a great place for winter visitors to escape the frigid cold and mingle with other locals and visitors. Keep reading to learn more about the copious winter activities for snowbirds in Pensacola, Florida.
Tiger Point Golf Club
Tiger Point Golf Club is a public club close to Pensacola Beach. The club offers memberships, club rentals, and online booking.
Photo from Tiger Point Golf Club on Facebook
Tighten-up Tennis offers lessons and tennis programs at Shoreline Tennis Facility, located in beautiful Shoreline Park. All ages and levels are welcome for many of the programs at Tighten Up Tennis.
Photo from Tighten Up Tennis on Facebook
Pensacola Museums and Attractions
Being active and outside is great, but for an evening or a day out, Pensacola has several great museums or entertainment options. Below are some favorites:
Pensacola NAS Museum
Pensacola Maritime Lighthouse
Pensacola Historic Village in Downtown Pensacola
Pensacola Little Theatre in Downtown Pensacola
Snowbird Events and Gatherings
Snowbird socials are a great way to meet others and make friends. Visiting snowbirds are invited to the Florida-Alabama State Line for a series of Snowbird Hootenanny events to be held at the Flora-Bama. This is a wonderful opportunity for winter visitors to get out and mingle while visiting the south.
Check out local snowbird clubs to stay in the loop on events, socials, and other opportunities to get out and explore while visiting Florida.
Photo from the Flora-bama Lounge on Facebook
If you're planning on spending some time in the Pensacola area this winter, there are endless ways to relax, stay active, and explore the area. The Pensacola Beach area gives visitors a beautiful escape from winter and peace and quiet from beach crowds.