El Cangrejo Travel Guide
Panama City
Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a visit to Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Cinta Costera
After visiting Cinta Costera, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Panama Canal Partial Transit
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Principe Hotel and Suites
The air conditioning was good. The pool was small and also there is no refrigerator in the room. The room kinda had a weird smell at first.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
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Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Novotel Panama City
Excellent customer service, they go out of their way to make you feel welcome and important.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
will definitely visit there again.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
The entire hotel had no water for more than 12 hours they did nothing about it just keep telling us to wait, we had to check out after one night and they didn’t even compensate us in any way, we had to look for another hotel near by to stay, they should fix the hotel before accepting more guest, ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
Room was fabulous, nice bedding, comfy pillows. Pool restaurant was great.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
Bella Vista
Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Via Espana and Uruguay Street are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Via Espana while you're exploring the area.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Multicentro Panama or Avenida Balboa.
Curundu
While Curundu isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Iglesia del Carmen are some notable places to visit nearby.
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Multicentro Panama and Avenida Balboa while you're in town.
