Things To Do
Explore Casco Viejo
Visit the beautiful churches Iglesia San Jose & Iglesia de la Merced, view the Panama Canal Museum, taste the chocolate at "i Love Panama Chocolate". Enjoy the amazing food at La Pulperia, Kaandela, El Santuario, and Fonda Lo Que Hay. Have a drink at Capella Rooftop, American Bazaar, and La Rana Dorada.
Discover the Panama Canal
The Canal is one of the most interesting things to do in Panama – It's a very exciting experience that you can’t have anywhere else in the world. You can visit the Miraflores Visitor Center, which is about a 20-minute drive or an Uber ride ($5) from Panama City. The best time to go is after 2 pm as you’re guaranteed to see boats go through and it will be less hot while you’re sitting on the bleachers. The entrance includes an iMax film that’s recommended to see first so you can appreciate the history behind this engineering marvel. Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday (holidays included) from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets: $18 for visitors | $10 for students | $3 for Panama residents
Eat Ceviche at the Mercado de Mariscos (Fish Market)
Enjoy freshly caught seafood with the locals at Panama City’s fish market located along the Cinta Costera. Try the locally prepared ceviche!
Walk the Cinta Costera
The best way to admire the skyline is walking in the Cinta Costera (Coastal Beltway), a walk just by the sea with the skyline as background.
Try Geisha Coffee
Geisha coffee is one of the most premium coffees in the world and Panama is a top producer of this particular blend. Visit the "Geisha Experience" for a tasting or try a delicious cup at Unido Coffee Roasters or Sisu Coffee Studio.