Rio Abajo Travel Guide
Panama City
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 Rio Abajo
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Amazing Breakfast, Ambience of the Hotel was 1st class. Would be back soon with whole family.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
The bathroom was horrible! The shower had mold all over and to top it of when you would close the shower door it would open by it self pour all the water out. The a/c on the room was not cooling when we got in either had to have maintenance come check it. We have video that we showed the hotel manager ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Executive Hotel
I had a very pleasant stay at the Executive Hotel in Panama City this past weekend. The location is truly one of its strongest assets, situated in the Obarrio area, you are surrounded by countless restaurants, bars, and things to do, all within walking distance or a fairly short Uber ride. If you ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
I usually don’t leave reviews for these things but I was so impressed by this hotel that I just have to. The hotel is beautiful, and the staff is incredible. The thing that impressed me the most was the food. Usually at an all inclusive the food is just passable, not good, not bad. But the food at ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Principe Hotel and Suites
Excellent location y excellent atencion
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
We loved the Radisson and sitting on the balcony watching the ships go in and out of the canal. The property was clean and well maintained. Staff was wonderful and the restaurants were a plus.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Abajo
Parque Lefevre
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parque Lefevre. You might want to make time for a stop at Panama Viejo or Via Espana.
Costa del Este
Travellers like the restaurants in Costa del Este, and Atrio Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Bethania
Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Juan Diaz
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Juan Diaz. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Pueblos Commercial Center or Estadio Rommel Fernandez.
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.
