Combine scenic waterways with city sightseeing through this flexible hop-on-hop-off tour. Perfect for a relaxed day of discovering local landmarks and natural beauty from land and water.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, no special physical condition required
Wildlife
History
This city played a pivotal role in regional trade in the 19th century, which is still evident in its historic architecture and docks.
Conservation
Efforts focus on maintaining water cleanliness and protecting local wildlife habitats along the waterways.
Go Retro, Inc
Combine scenic waterways with city sightseeing through this flexible hop-on-hop-off tour. Perfect for a relaxed day of discovering local landmarks and natural beauty from land and water.
Go Retro, Inc is a Pensacola-based tour company offering immersive walking and riding experiences that highlight the city's history, architecture, food, and ghost stories. Founded to preserve local memory and entertain visitors, Go Retro, Inc presents a curated lineup of guided tours led by local experts, historians, and long-time residents. Tours include landmark walks, architectural explorations, neighborhood histories, brewery crawls, culinary samplings, and family-focused storytelling adventures.
Each experience emphasizes factual storytelling and on-location context: the Landmarks tour unpacks monuments and businesses; the Architecture tour examines historic styles; the North Hill Tour visits National Register homes; the Andrew Jackson walk focuses on military-era sites; the Walking Cemetery Tour explores St. John's Cemetery; Ghosts and Graveyards and Kids Ghost explore regional legends; Pensa Pub visits Pensacola Bay Brewery and local bars; Palafox Palate samples downtown cuisine; the Walking Red Light District reveals downtown social history. Guides such as Dr. Bill Spain, Scott Sallis, and Barbara Odom Westholm lead many tours, bringing academic knowledge, design insight, and neighborhood expertise. Tours vary in length from short family walks to multi-hour adventures and include opportunities for inside visits when available. Go Retro, Inc is featured on travel resources such as The Adventure Collective, reinforcing its visibility among regional tour operators. Reservations, schedules, and accessibility details are published with each tour listing to help guests plan. With locally rooted guides and a catalog of focused experiences, Go Retro, Inc offers reliable, informative, and engaging ways to discover Pensacola. Guests can book online or by phone today.
Location
Pensacola, FL
Historic downtown base
Tours Offered
10
Range of themes and lengths
Typical Duration
42–150 min
Short to multi-hour options
Guides Named
Named Experts
Local leaders like Dr. Bill Spain
Choose a tour length and theme — history, food, or ghosts — and reserve a spot for an expert-led local experience.
Arrive early for the best seating
Getting there early ensures you’ll have a prime spot on the boat or bus with unobstructed views.
Use your camera wisely
Take advantage of the scenic stops to capture the city’s skyline and waterfront views.
Plan your hop-off stops
Review the route map in advance to optimize your time exploring local sites along the way.
Stay hydrated
Bring water especially during warmer months to stay comfortable during the tour.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture scenic moments and city views from boat and bus stops.
Sunglasses
Protect your eyes while sightseeing during sunny days.
summer
Light Jacket
Warm layers are helpful for variable weather and boat rides.
spring-fall
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay refreshed throughout the trip, especially in warmer weather.