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Panama City
Sightseeing
Sightseeing
Panama City
Most Popular Hotels in Panama City:
Calle 51 Bellavista N 36
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Gamboa, Colon - Zona 5, Apdo 7336
Via España, 33 A Un Lado Del Colegio Javier, 7511
Av/ Eusebio Morales Y Via Veneto, 1
Sightseeing Overview
Although the capital serves as the gateway to Panama's spectacular natural attractions, it's worth spending a few days in Panama City.
Most foreigners are very familiar with the canal, but few realise that the capital is bordered by virgin rainforest, and located in close proximity to stunning stretches of white-sand beaches. And of course, this is to say nothing of the city's historic district of colonial promenades, or its modern banking district of soaring skyscrapers.
No trip to Panama would be complete without visiting its world famous canal, which is located on the western edge of the city.
On the eastern outskirts of the capital are the ruins of Panamá Viejo, the original 16th-century Spanish settlement that was destroyed by the pirate Henry Morgan. In 1671, the city was moved to present day Casco Viejo, which remains the capital's most enchanting district.
On the northern edge of the city lies Parque Natural Metropolitano, a stunning stretch of tropical rainforest home to several hiking trails. A quick boat-ride south of the city brings you to Isla Taboga, a sun-drenched island of lazy palms and sparkling sand.
Panama City is also home to several noteworthy museums including the Museo del Canal Interoceánico, Museo Antropológico Reina Torres de Araúz and the Museo de la Biodiversidad.
Tourist Information
Passes
There are currently no sightseeing passes in Panama City.
Most Popular Hotels in Panama City:
Calle 51 Bellavista N 36
, HASH(0xf45bcb0)
Gamboa, Colon - Zona 5, Apdo 7336
Via España, 33 A Un Lado Del Colegio Javier, 7511
Av/ Eusebio Morales Y Via Veneto, 1
Sightseeing Overview
Although the capital serves as the gateway to Panama's spectacular natural attractions, it's worth spending a few days in Panama City.
Most foreigners are very familiar with the canal, but few realise that the capital is bordered by virgin rainforest, and located in close proximity to stunning stretches of white-sand beaches. And of course, this is to say nothing of the city's historic district of colonial promenades, or its modern banking district of soaring skyscrapers.
No trip to Panama would be complete without visiting its world famous canal, which is located on the western edge of the city.
On the eastern outskirts of the capital are the ruins of Panamá Viejo, the original 16th-century Spanish settlement that was destroyed by the pirate Henry Morgan. In 1671, the city was moved to present day Casco Viejo, which remains the capital's most enchanting district.
On the northern edge of the city lies Parque Natural Metropolitano, a stunning stretch of tropical rainforest home to several hiking trails. A quick boat-ride south of the city brings you to Isla Taboga, a sun-drenched island of lazy palms and sparkling sand.
Panama City is also home to several noteworthy museums including the Museo del Canal Interoceánico, Museo Antropológico Reina Torres de Araúz and the Museo de la Biodiversidad.
Most foreigners are very familiar with the canal, but few realise that the capital is bordered by virgin rainforest, and located in close proximity to stunning stretches of white-sand beaches. And of course, this is to say nothing of the city's historic district of colonial promenades, or its modern banking district of soaring skyscrapers.
No trip to Panama would be complete without visiting its world famous canal, which is located on the western edge of the city.
On the eastern outskirts of the capital are the ruins of Panamá Viejo, the original 16th-century Spanish settlement that was destroyed by the pirate Henry Morgan. In 1671, the city was moved to present day Casco Viejo, which remains the capital's most enchanting district.
On the northern edge of the city lies Parque Natural Metropolitano, a stunning stretch of tropical rainforest home to several hiking trails. A quick boat-ride south of the city brings you to Isla Taboga, a sun-drenched island of lazy palms and sparkling sand.
Panama City is also home to several noteworthy museums including the Museo del Canal Interoceánico, Museo Antropológico Reina Torres de Araúz and the Museo de la Biodiversidad.
Tourist Information
Passes
There are currently no sightseeing passes in Panama City.
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