PANAMA CITY BEACH − There's always exciting things to do in Panama City Beach, but there is always room for improvement.

Visit Panama City Beach, the official marketing arm of the city, has announced hotels, restaurants and other attractions that are coming in 2024 and 2025.

Here's a look at what's new, according to the agency.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Residence Inn by Marriott (Summer 2024)

"The new 121-suite Residence Inn by Marriott will be on the north side of U.S. 98 near Pier Park Drive. Guests will be within walking distance to a number of notable attractions, including the Pier Park shopping and entertainment district and the destination’s beautiful beaches."

Tru by Hilton (Spring 2024)

"The new Tru by Hilton will open on Panama City Beach Parkway, offering a vibrant, affordable lodging option that blends both comfort and functionality, with a streamlined design and an array of amenities for travelers."

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Ford's Garage (Pier Park) (2024)

"Neighborhood burger and brew joint Ford’s Garage is coming to Pier Park, Panama City Beach’s premier shopping and entertainment complex, in 2024. The Fort Myers-based chain serves up mouthwatering All-American favorites in a unique vintage atmosphere that pays tribute to America’s most iconic automobile brand."

Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show (Spring 2025)

"Country music icon Dolly Parton is bringing swashbuckling fun to Panama City Beach with the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, expected to open in Spring 2025. The family-friendly attraction will feature a 60,000-square-foot theatre where guests can enjoy a four-course feast while watching a thrilling pirate battle aboard full-size pirate ships and in a 15-foot-deep lagoon."

Tootsies Orchid Lounge (Relocating in 2024)

"Nashville-based Tootsies Orchid Lounge opened its doors to country music lovers in Pier Park in 2008, and the popular hangout is set to relocate to the vacant Spinnaker Beach Club property on Thomas Drive this year. Once remodeled, the new space will offer an expansive beachfront property for guests with increased space for nightly live entertainment."

ATTRACTIONS AND EXPERIENCES

Accessible Beach Access (Beach Access Point 22) (Opening 2024)

"Public Beach Access 22 on Surf Drive will soon be handicap accessible, enhancing the visitor and local experience for those who will benefit from accessible beach access. Bay County Parks and Recreation and Visit Panama City Beach have teamed up to convert Beach Access 22 into a new ADA-accessible point, and all features at this location will be catered to those with special needs – including handicapped parking spaces, accessible mats that will roll down to the beach, and ADA-accessible showers."

Bicycle Lane on Back Beach Road (Expansion continuing in 2024)

"Back Beach Road is currently undergoing a multi-phase expansion project that will include new asphalt bicycle lanes and sidewalks for locals and visitors to enjoy. In addition to enhancing the destination's walkability, the project aims to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety by expanding Back Beach Road from four to six lanes."

DEEP STIM III Vessel Deployment for Diving and Fishing (Deployment in early 2024)

"Northwest Florida’s extensive artificial reef system continues to expand with the upcoming deployment of R/V DEEP STIM III," the tourism agency said. The 239-foot-long vessel, once used for oil exploration, was deployed Tuesday, Jan. 30, off the coast of Walton County. Located 29 nautical miles off of Panama City Beach, it's the second largest artificial reef site deployed in the area.

Frank Brown Park (Improvements in 2024)

"A top facility for sports in Panama City Beach, Frank Brown Park is utilized by thousands of local and traveling sports teams each year and is the home of several special events which draw thousands more to the area. Improvements and renovations to the park will continue in 2024, with plans to add numerous amenities, including additional basketball and pickleball courts, a skate park, a BMX park, and more paved parking and bathrooms."

Gayle’s Trails (New segment now open)

"The recently opened eastern segment of Gayle's Trails spans 1.45 miles and gives visitors and residents the opportunity to extend a serene nature walk or bicycle ride throughout the destination. The new segment of the trail connects the Breakfast Point subdivision passed Arnold High School to just east of Clara Avenue, with a 12-foot-wide trail and boardwalks that stretch over wetlands."

Gulf Coast Salute Airshow (May 4-5, 2024)

"Panama City Beach’s inaugural Gulf Coast Salute Airshow will take place on May 4-5, 2024, at the Russell-Fields City Pier. Witness the skies come alive with an exciting show featuring military demonstrations including a F-22 Raptor Demo, 325th Fighter Wing Fly-By, US Navy LCAC Demo and a 1st Special Operations Wing Demo."

TopGolf (Opening Spring 2025)

"High-tech golf entertainment complex Topgolf is set to open a new 38,000-square-foot facility in Panama City Beach’s Pier Park area, near Powell Adams Road and LC Hilton Jr. Drive. The premier sports entertainment attraction will feature two levels with climate-controlled golf ball hitting bays and an outfield with electronic targets for a game that all ages can enjoy – plus a full-service restaurant and bar and event space."

This article originally appeared on The News Herald: What new attractions are coming to Panama City Beach?