THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Panama City (2025) - Must-See Attractions
Things to Do in Panama City
Beyond touring the Panama Canal, don't miss must-sees like Casco Viejo and the Amador Causeway. Prefer a day out in nature? Head to Monkey Island and beyond. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Day Tripsfromper adultHK$479- fromper adultHK$1,189
Sightseeing Cruisesfromper adultHK$1,237
Day Tripsfromper adultHK$1,077
Private and Luxuryfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$535- fromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$718
- fromper adultHK$790
Car Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$296
Cooking Classesfromper adultHK$679
Eco Toursfromper adultHK$559
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Marvel at the engineering triumph of the iconic canal, view ships navigating the locks, and discover maritime history at the museum. Enjoy unique perspectives on global trade routes.
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Neighbourhoods
Historic neighborhood with a blend of architectural styles, walkable streets lined with diverse dining and shopping. Vibrant nightlife meets cultural landmarks and charming plazas.
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Observation deck with views of ships navigating canal locks, complemented by an informative 3D movie narrated by Morgan Freeman. Gift shop with varied souvenirs on site.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Scenic causeway ideal for walking and biking with panoramic sea and city views, dotted with palm trees and beaches. Features a natural history museum and quaint shops.
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Shopping Malls
Vast shopping destination with over 700 stores, including a mix of local and international brands. Features an integrated bus terminal and a variety of dining options. Clean and easy to navigate.
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Islands
Scenic boat tour through lush waterways with close encounters with diverse monkey species and views of large freight ships navigating the historic canal. Ideal for early morning wildlife spotting.
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Neighbourhoods
Scenic walking and biking path along the waterfront in Casco Viejo, with views and local street food, plus lively cultural festivals and a nearby fish market.
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Speciality Museums
Interactive exhibits on natural and cultural history housed in a Frank Gehry-designed structure, surrounded by lush gardens and panoramic views, with engaging multimedia presentations.
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Bodies of Water
Shopping Malls
Premier shopping destination with a diverse array of high-end and local specialty stores, complemented by a vast food court and comfortable seating areas.
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National Parks
Rainforest trails with diverse wildlife and scenic city views, featuring a challenging hike to a lookout point. Prepare for uneven paths and carry essentials.
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Lookouts
Paved hike through shaded jungle paths with city and canal vistas, featuring resting benches and opportunities for wildlife encounters.
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What travellers are saying
- JBRetiredApple Valley, CA489 contributionsSomething very different. As many we always wondered about the canal. We took a full transit through the old locks on a Prince Cruise. It’s really fascinating seeing the entire process to also realze the time it saves and picturing the tremendous feat to build it.Written 15 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SilverTraveler2Castle Rock, WA486 contributionsOne of our favorite places to walk and explore while we're in Panama City. We winter in Panama City and end up visiting Casco Viejo weekly to take in the sights, visit the churches, have coffee and/or dinner. We see a lot of tourists walking with tour groups throughout, but consider also visiting on your own and explore the area. It's very safe there with police all over the area. There are numerous museums, churches, squares, and the old fortifications to visit and it shouldn't be rushed with a tour. Yes, the prices really reflet a tourists area, but the vibe of the town (similar to the New Orleans French Quarter) can be enjoyed without spending a lot of money. The museums are very inexpensive with some being free. There are numerous churches that have exhibits/museums also and they are all free to enter.Written 17 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Yogi C15 contributionsGreat & actually fun 3D movie. The hall gets full. Popcorn & other stuff for those who want (many seem to!) is available at the theatre cafe. Watch the movie ideally before the ship viewing to undertake things better. Try to get a good spot above or below for the viewing since it gets crowded. Once, at the viewing area, you can spend as much time as you want there. Many ships pass between 2-4 pm. The commute to the visitor center itself can easily be done by Uber from your hotel. Will usually just be less than $10 if you’re anywhere within the city. Ticket itself is around $17 per person including the movie. The line to buy the tickets outside the location was long (obviously since this is THE main focal point of any visit to Panama). People can also purchase online. Some were doing that on their phones while in the line. The internet is bad though. There are separate lines for those who’ve already purchased online tickets & those who are waiting to purchase at venue. However, we realized it doesn’t make much difference in terms of time to get inside, since they alternate between allowing some people from each line to go inside at a time. Overall, everything is smooth & well organized.Written 4 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jlantern3Columbia, SC13,070 contributionsBeautiful area- saw lots of families out enjoying this area. Very clean. Has a fantastic view of Panama City. Nice sidewalk with history markers and such. Benches allow for seating.Written 7 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicole Petrine HGeorge Town, Great Exuma12 contributionsNice mall, a big mall. The arcade and bowling ally was the reason we went. Facility had a lot of games (a few were not working but so many options you didn't miss those non working ones.)
It was clean, friendly a very big area and a good experience. (Arcade)
Its like an indoor flea market with many stores that are in the American Malls, (i.e) Bath Bodywork, Lacoste, etc, Its safe and a comfortable visit.
Has lots of entertainment for children but it's mostly weekends. (Like a mini circus)
We had a good time and will return.
