Panama City
Panama City is a dynamic Latin American capital where a UNESCO-listed colonial quarter, the iconic Canal, and a glittering skyline coexist with some of the cheapest food and transit in the Americas. Strong air connectivity and a dollarized economy make budgeting straightforward for travelers from the US.
Why go to Panama City
Panama Canal - Miraflores Locks
Watch colossal container ships squeeze through one of humanity's greatest engineering feats from a four-story viewing platform.
Casco Viejo (Panama Viejo Historic District)
A UNESCO-listed colonial quarter of crumbling churches, rooftop bars, and vibrant street art perched on a peninsula over the Pacific.
Biomuseo
Frank Gehry's only Latin American building tells the wild story of how the Isthmus of Panama changed life on Earth forever.
Metropolitan Natural Park
The only protected tropical forest within a capital city in the Americas - monkeys, sloths, and toucans minutes from downtown.
Amador Causeway & Panama City Skyline
A breezy waterfront promenade connecting three islands with jaw-dropping views of the Canal and the glittering Punta Pacífica skyline.
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Good to know in Panama City
- The Panama Metro (lines 1 & 2) costs $0.35 per ride and connects El Cangrejo, Albrook, and key transfer hubs - use a reloadable Metro card to avoid queues.
- Tipping is appreciated but modest: 10% at restaurants is generous; taxi drivers and street vendors are not typically tipped.
- Tap water is safe to drink in Panama City - it meets international standards, so skip the bottled water and save money.
- The Biomuseo offers free admission on the first Sunday of each month; Parque Natural Metropolitano is always free to enter.