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Panama City
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Overview
One of the聽most cosmopolitan capitals in Central America, Panama City is both a vibrant metropolis and a gateway to incredible tropical escapes.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
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Celebrating Panama as the land bridge that has permitted astonishing biodiversity in the region, this world-class museum is a visual feast. Exhibits tell鈥
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This wonderful privately owned museum features the best collection of Panamanian art anywhere, an excellent collection of works on paper by Latin American鈥
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Founded on August 15, 1519, by Spanish conquistador Pedro Arias de 脕vila, the city of Panam谩 was the first European settlement along the Pacific. For 150鈥
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On a hill north of downtown, this 265-hectare park protects vast expanses of tropical semideciduous forest within the city limits, and serves as an鈥
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Ideal for families, CEM is operated by the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI). This informative marine museum features two small aquariums and鈥
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At the tip of the southern point of Casco Viejo, this beautiful plaza pays homage to the French role in the construction of the canal. Its large stone鈥
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This Casco Viejo church protects the famous Altar de Oro (Golden Altar), the sole relic salvaged after privateer Henry Morgan sacked Panam谩 Viejo.
Museo de Arte Religioso Colonial
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Housed beside the ruins of the Iglesia y Convento de Santo Domingo, the Museo de Arte Religioso Colonial has a collection of colonial-era religious鈥
Planning Tools
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Best Things to Do
Whether you鈥檙e a first-time visitor or coming back for more, here鈥檚 our guide to the top things to do in Panama City, Panama.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
There鈥檚 always something exciting happening in cosmopolitan Panama City. Here鈥檚 our guide to what's happening in every season.
Read articleThings to Know
From staying safe and avoiding scams to local etiquette and how to stay on budget, here are 16 top tips you need before visiting Panama City.
Read articleTransportation
Thanks to billions of dollars and years of hard work, Panama City now boasts the finest mass-transit system in Central America.
Read articleFree Things to Do
These free (and almost free) experiences in Panama City will make your stay unforgettable without breaking the bank.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
From the cobbled streets of Casco Viejo to the sleek skyscrapers of downtown, there is a neighborhood in Panama City to suit you no matter what you want.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Budget-conscious travelers looking to visit Panama City will love these money-saving tips.
Read articlePlan with a local
Articles
Latest stories from Panama City
Destination Practicalities16 things to know before you visit Panama City in 2024Mar 10, 2024 鈥 8 min read
Activities10 of the best free (and nearly free) things to do in Panama City, PanamaMar 17, 2023 鈥 6 min read
Art and CulturePanama City鈥檚 5 best museums (and 6 best art galleries) offer a deeper understanding of the Central American destinationAug 10, 2022 鈥 6 min read
BeachesThe 9 best beaches in and around Panama City: sunken ships to staggering sunsetsJun 30, 2022 鈥 5 min read
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