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Review & FAQ:
- Where is Pensacola located and what makes it special?
- Pensacola is a charming, old coastal Florida city, the westernmost city on the Florida panhandle, with lovely Santa Rosa Island separating it from the Gulf of Mexico and creating quiet, safe sandy beaches, perfect for the kids.
- One of the oldest European settlements in America, Pensacola is full of historic charm.
- Where should you start exploring in Pensacola?
- Start your exploration at the Historic Pensacola Village, where 19 well-preserved 19th-century buildings create a living museum.
- What attractions are near the historic area?
- Just around the corner are the beaches, and not far away is the 1839 Fort Barrancas and the National Naval Aviation Museum.
- What can you see from the Pensacola Lighthouse?
- Take the steep spiral staircase to climb to the top of the Pensacola Lighthouse, built in 1859; the view is worth the climb.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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