Activities Panama City

Exploring Activities in Panama City

🏛️ Casco Viejo (Old Quarter): Stroll through the historic district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, filled with colorful colonial buildings, charming plazas, and lively restaurants. Don’t miss the Panama Hat Workshop to learn about the traditional Ecuadorian straw hats.

🌃 Causeway Amador: Enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Pacific Ocean from this artificial island formed by the joining of four coastal islands. You can also visit the Biomuseo, an award-winning museum dedicated to biodiversity in Panama.

🏞️ Metro Park (Parque Natural Metropolitano): Escape the city buzz in this lush, 285-acre urban rainforest located right in the heart of Panama City. It’s a great spot for birdwatching and hiking.

🏠 Panama Viejo (Old Panama): Explore the ruins of the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific coast, founded in 1519. Learn about its history and see the beautiful Church of San Jose de las Monjas.

🐨 Ancon Hill (Cerro Ancon) and Summit Gardens (Jardines del Llano): Hike to the top of Ancon Hill for panoramic views of the city and the Pacific Ocean. On your way, visit the Summit Gardens, home to several species of exotic birds and monkeys.

🌊 Miraflores Locks: Witness the Panama Canal in action at the Miraflores Visitor Center. The center has exhibits about the history and operation of the canal, and you can watch ships pass through the locks from observation decks.

🎭 Teatro Nacional: Catch a performance at this stunning National Theater, a symbol of Panamanian culture and art. Check their schedule for opera, ballet, classical music, and more.

🍲 Local Cuisine: Don’t forget to try some traditional Panamanian dishes like Sancocho (a hearty stew), Ceviche (fish marinated in citrus juices), and Empanadas (meat or seafood-filled pastries).