Panama City Beach offers miles of beaches, great parks, and a wide selection of shopping, restaurants, and places to stay - To see it all, you might find yourself riding the Bay Towne Trolley, taking a shuttle bus or charter, hopping in a taxi, or picking up a rental car. There are only two basic directions you need to know during your Panama City Beach trip: east and west (the city is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the South, and the western reaches of the St. Andrews Bay to the north). Panama City Beach is divided into three sections: West, Middle and East beaches. The three main east/west routes are commonly known as Front Beach Road, Middle Beach Road, and Back Beach Road.