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What to do in Panama City
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Avenida Balboa
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Avenida Balboa during your trip to Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Miraflores Locks
Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City with a trip to Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its local tours.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can do some window-shopping at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
Learn about the local history of Panama City when you take a trip to Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Panama Canal Railway
You can find out about the history of Ancon with a stop at Panama Canal Railway. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Areas of Panama City
Casco Viejo
Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama or National Theater while you're exploring the area.
Bella Vista
Bella Vista is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Via Espana and Crown Casino. See more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina.
El Cangrejo
The abundant dining options and casinos are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Crown Casino or Luxor Towers might round out your trip.
San Francisco
San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.
Calidonia
You might enjoy the shopping while in Calidonia. Cinta Costera is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to see more of the city.
San Felipe
If you're spending some time in San Felipe, Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.