Panama City

Casco Viejo, located at the tip of a heavily fortified peninsula in Panama City, is the city’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhood. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features a charming […]

The Panama Canal, an engineering marvel that has connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans since 1914, stretches through the Isthmus of Panama. At its heart lies the artificial Gatun Lake […]

The Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador) stretches for 3.7 miles (6 kilometers) along Panama Bay, leading to the Bridge of the Americas and three small coastal islands. This palm-lined road […]

Gatún Lake, or Lago Gatún, is a vast body of blue-green water surrounded by tree-lined shores and dotted with tiny islets, located in Panama City. Created in 1913, it was […]

Located in Panama City, the Miraflores Locks stand as a testament to human engineering and ingenuity. These locks, part of the world-famous Panama Canal, are equipped with over 700 tons […]

Spanning the Panama Canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Bridge of the Americas (Puente de las Américas) stands as a proud symbol of Panamanian history. Located at […]

The Biomuseo, a striking multicolor building designed by Frank Gehry, opened its doors in 2014 and has since become a significant landmark in Panama City. Situated amidst a lush botanical […]

Plaza de Francia, located along the waterfront of Panama City’s UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo (Old Quarter), was built to honor the French workers who lost their lives during the construction of […]

Nestled in the heart of Panama City, the Presidential Palace (Palacio de las Garzas) stands as a symbol of the country’s rich history and governance. The palace, named after the […]

On the east side of the Panama Canal, Soberanía National Park stands as one of Panama’s most accessible protected areas. Spanning a lush landscape, the park is a haven for […]

Nestled by Ancon Hill in Panama City, Mi Pueblito is a replica village that brings together Panama’s rich traditions, folklore, and colonial-era architecture. This cultural enclave features model homes and […]

Presiding over Cathedral Square in the heart of Panama City’s Old Town (Casco Viejo), the Metropolitan Cathedral stands as one of the city’s most significant religious buildings. Constructed between 1688 […]

The Panama Canal Museum, or Museo del Canal, is situated in the heart of Panama City and offers a unique perspective on one of the country’s most significant engineering achievements. […]

Barro Colorado Island, located in Lake Gatún near Panama City, was once a jungle-covered mountain. During the construction of the Panama Canal, the flooding of the Chagres River Valley transformed […]

Nestled at the edge of the vast Darién wilderness, Bayano Lake (Lago Bayano) was formed in 1976 and has since become a serene retreat from Panama City. The lake’s southern […]

Ancon Hill, or Cerro Ancon, stands as the highest point in Panama City, offering panoramic views of the city and the distant Panama Canal. From its summit, visitors can observe […]

Nestled in the mountain community of Anton Valley, 75 miles from Panama City, El Nispero Zoo and Botanical Garden spans 7 acres of lush, tree-shaded grounds. This zoo is home […]

Chorro el Macho Waterfall, located in the Anton Valley (El Valle de Anton) near Panama City, cascades 280 feet (85 meters) from the dense jungle. This natural wonder is nestled […]

Nestled in the heart of Panama’s rainforest, the Embera Village offers a unique insight into the traditional way of life of one of Panama’s seven indigenous tribes. The Embera have […]

Founded by Spanish conquistadors on August 15, 1519, Panamá Viejo stands as the oldest permanent European settlement on the Pacific. Located across the bay from modern Panama City, the site […]

Nestled in Panama City, the Afro-Antillean Museum of Panama (Museo Afro-Antillano de Panama) offers a unique perspective on the city’s history. This small museum delves into the lives and contributions […]

Hidden in the heart of the Anton Valley, the Piedra Pintada, or Painted Rock, stands as one of Panama’s most enigmatic sites. This gigantic sandstone boulder, measuring about 10 feet […]

Nestled in the heart of Panama City, the Metropolitan National Park (Parque Natural Metropolitano) stands as one of Latin America’s only municipal wildlife reserves. Spanning 573 acres (232 hectares), this […]

Perched at the mouth of the Panama Canal, the Punta Culebra Nature Center offers a gateway to Panama’s rich biodiversity. Visitors can explore indoor and outdoor exhibits featuring bright frogs, […]