Panama Canal Zone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Panama Canal Zone
Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone
Balboa
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Balboa. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Albrook Shopping Mall and Flag of Cerro Ancón are a few top places to visit.
Barrio Sur
If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.
Cristobal
Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.
Coco Solo
If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gatun
Gatun is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatún Dam are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Barrio Norte
If you're spending some time in Barrio Norte, Limon Bay and Monument to Christopher Columbus are top sights worth seeing.
Marriott Panama Hotel
The main positive is the location with access to the mall.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
Clean room and excellent atmosphere
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Didn't use laundry service. Room cleaning was timely and good. Didn't order food.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
La Palma Aparta Suite
Me encantó muy organizado, muy limpio, las personas que trabajan en este hotel son muy amables volvería sin duda muchas gracias
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Arcadia Condo Suites
The property was luxurious, very clean and the front desk staff was a pleasure to deal with. The apartment was worth the price, everything excellent. The only thing I’d suggest is a step by step direction on how to open and close the lock on the door.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre
Jonathan at the front desk was the best of the best. When i visit again I will stay in that hotel again! 20/10 experience!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
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Popular places to visit
Bridge of the Americas
You can learn about the history of Arraijan when you stop by Bridge of the Americas. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Ancon Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Ancon Hill, a lovely green space in Ancon. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Albrook Shopping Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Albrook Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Ancon. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Colon Free Zone
During your trip to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon Free Zone.
Colon 2000
During your visit to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon 2000. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Miraflores Locks
After visiting Miraflores Locks, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ancon. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its lively bars.
