Downtown Panama City Travel Guide
Panama City
Visit Downtown Panama City
Popular places to visit
Panama City Marina
Explore the waterfront in Panama City with a trip to Panama City Marina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Marina Civic Center
After visiting Marina Civic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Martin Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Martin Theatre during your trip to Panama City. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida
Take the family on an outing to Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida during your trip to Panama City. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center
Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Tyndall Air Force Base
Tyndall Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry
Snorkel & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour Aboard the Footloose
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
Top hotels in Downtown Panama City
Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina by IHG
"Nice place, rooms were clean and taken care of. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
"Check in was slow the rooms had to be wiped down thought I was in Jamaica pool had too many toys floats boogie boards Exedra in to enjoy"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
"Check in was chaotic and only one person was staffed. Room layout was questionable and the refrigerator leaked."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
"The room had a strong smell of humidity or mold coming out from the AC which was in an unhygienic condition. The linen pillows everything smelled bad, the restroom had pink color on the edges and I found a small hair. The Good: the lady at check in was very nice and gracious. The location is great ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Boardwalk Beach Hotel
"Roaches! Roaches! Roaches! Floors were nasty! Rest of the room dirty. I've stayed here for many years because I have a service animal and don't like the arguments at other establishments about having a service animal. The security gaurd actually new how to spot a true service animal and was very ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Bikini Beach Resort
"I really enjoyed our stay. Room was clean and liked the layed back feeling you received from all the staff."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Panama City
Gulf Coast Development
When in Gulf Coast Development, you can plan a visit to Panama City Marina and Marina Civic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bunkers Cove
Though Bunkers Cove may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Civic Center and Panama City Marina.
Gwaltney Estate
Gwaltney Estate might not have many top sights, but Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort and Panama City Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
St Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in St Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort and Port Panama City.
Sherwood
While Sherwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port Panama City and Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort.
Highland City
While Highland City isn't home to many top sights, Panama City Marina and Marina Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
