Discovering Panama 🇵🇦
As a proud Panamanian, I’m thrilled to share the diverse wonders that my beautiful country has to offer. Panama is a land where vibrant cities meet pristine natural landscapes, and this guide is your key to exploring the very best of both.In Panama City, you’ll experience a rich tapestry of history, culture, and modernity. From the colonial charm of Casco Viejo to the iconic Panama Canal, and from the panoramic views atop Cerro Ancón to the artistic treasures at Museo de la Mola, the capital offers endless opportunities to explore and enjoy. For those seeking a true island escape, Bocas del Toro offers vibrant Caribbean life, with opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and exploring untouched beaches. Meanwhile, the San Blas Islands provide a pristine, culturally rich experience, where you can relax on white-sand beaches. Whether you’re looking to dive into the vibrant energy of the capital or seeking peace in the tranquil waters and serene landscapes outside the city, this guide has everything you need to make your journey unforgettable.
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Top Sights
Conjunto Monumental de Las Bóvedas
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Conjunto Monumental de Las Bóvedas · Conjunto Monumental de Las Bóvedas, C. 5a, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Arched 8th-century vaults used for prisoners & storage, around a 1920s plaza with a 59-ft. obelisk.
Panamá Viejo
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Panamá Viejo · 2G47+MW9, Vía Cincuentenario, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Founded in 1519, the archaeological ruins of old Panama include a museum & a bell observation tower.
Casco viejo
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · San Felipe · San Felipe, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
Unique experiences
Mola Museum
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Mola Museum · Planta baja y nivel 200, C. José D. de la Obaldía, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Panama Canal
Panama · Miraflores Visitor''s Center · XCW5+WF2, Panama City, Panamá Oeste Province, Panama
Hotels
Hotel La Compañia - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Hotel La Compañia - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt · Av. A Calle 8, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Refined rooms in a stylish hotel with a rooftop pool, a high-end spa & multiple restaurants.
Hilton Panama
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Hilton Panama · Balboa Avenida &, C. Aquilino de la Guardia, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
Chic hotel with 2 elegant restaurants & a trendy bar, plus a rooftop pool with bay views.
Museums
Biomuseo
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Biomuseo · Amador Causeway 136, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
Whimsical museum structure by the renowned Frank Gehry with 8 galleries on Panama's biodiversity.
Outdoors
Parque Omar
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Parque Omar · XFWR+WWW, Vía Porras, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Large green space offering a natural retreat for city dwellers, with a playground & colorful murals.
Ancon Hill
Panamá Province, Panama City · Ancon Hill · Ancon Hill, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
Cinta Costera
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Cinta Costera · Cinta Costera, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
26-hectares of land reclaimed from the Pacific & located in the modern part of downtown Panama City.
Metropolitan Natural Park
Panamá Province, Panama City · Metropolitan Natural Park · Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
Urban wildlife refuge offering easy-to-moderate trails, picnic areas & dedicated lookout points.
Amador Causeway
Calzada de Amador · Calzada de Amador, Panama City, Panama
Restaurants
Los Tacos De Villa
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Los Tacos De Villa · C. 45 Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Restaurante Makoto
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Restaurante Makoto · Obarrio, Kenex Plaza, C. 59 Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Capella Rooftop
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Capella Rooftop · Central 3106, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Calicanto Trattoria - Cocina Italiana, Pizza & Cafe
Panamá Province, Panama City · Calicanto Trattoria - Cocina Italiana, Pizza & Cafe · Casa Newman, C. José D. de la Obaldía Calle 8, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
Lucca Panamá
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Lucca Panamá · C. Jose Isaac Fabrega, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Palacio Lung Fung
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Palacio Lung Fung · Av. 7aC Nte., Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Shopping spots
Multiplaza
Provincia de Panamá, Panamá · Multiplaza Panamá · Avenida Israel, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Day Trips & Getaways
Playa Venao
Los Santos Province · Playa Venao · Playa Venao, Los Santos Province, Panama
Contadora Island
Contadora, Saboga · Contadora Island · Contadora Island, Saboga, Panamá Province, Panama
Remote unspoiled island with limited facilities dotted with verdant hills & secluded beaches.
Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge
Los Santos Province · Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge · Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge, Los Santos Province, Panama
Parque Nacional de Isla Coiba
Provincia de Veraguas, El Trapiche · Parque Nacional de Isla Coiba · C6FW+824 Isla de Coiba, El Trapiche, Provincia de Veraguas, Panama
Volcán Barú
Chiriquí Province · Volcán Barú · Volcán Barú, Chiriquí Province, Panama
Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro Province, Bocas del Toro · Bocas del Toro · Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro Province, Panama
Gamboa
Colón Province, Gamboa · Gamboa · Gamboa, Colón Province, Panama
Taboga Island
Panamá Province · Taboga Island · Taboga Island, Panamá Province, Panama
Known as the 'Island of Flowers', this tourist island was formed by volcanic activity.
Venas Azules
Colón Province, Cacique · Venas Azules - Colón · Colón Province, Panama
Santa Fe
Veraguas Province, Santa Fe · Santa Fe · Santa Fe, Veraguas Province, Panama
Boquete
Chiriquí Province, Boquete · Boquete · Boquete, Chiriquí Province, Panama
San Blas Islands
Guna Yala Comarca · San Blas Islands · San Blas Islands, Guna Yala Comarca, Panama
