Fun Things To Do in Panama City, Panama This Christmas

Panama Canal

The man-made wonder of the modern world, the Panama Canal, is a 77km artificial waterway that connects the Pacific Ocean with the Atlantic Ocean across the Isthmus of Panama.

Desert Botanical Garden

Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, surfing, fishing, and searching for shells.

Casco Viejo

Include Casco Viejo in your itinerary. Away from the tall skyscrapers, this breathtaking corner of the city best preserves its old culture and heritage architecture.

Plaza Bolivar

Plaza Bolivar is another architectural masterpiece in Panama. The Plaza has a giant statue of one of the most famous South American historical figures, Simon Bolivar.

Panama la Vieja

Built in 1519, the old citadel sustained countless attacks from bands of marauding pirates over the years, wearing it down bit by bit.

Metropolitan National Park

The Metropolitan National Park is home to various fun activities, from hiking to feeding monkeys. It is the only protected national park located at Panama City’s border.

Desert Botanical Garden

Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, surfing, fishing, and searching for shells.

Shopping at Albrook Mall

There are many shopping spots in Panama, but with more than 700 stores, Albrook mall is the best. It is one of Central America’s largest shopping malls

Helicopter Ride

A helicopter ride is another way of experiencing Panama City from above. You will see the pearly white sandy beaches connecting and tall skyscrapers along the way.

Take the Airboat Ride

If you want an airboat ride, head to the beach on the West Bay side. The fast, bumpy water ride shows you beautiful Tupelo Gum and cypress trees.

Cycling at Amador Causeway

Cycling is a great way to keep yourself active. There is a 6 km long causeway where you can explore many city attractions such as Biomuseo and Panama Canal.

Monkey Island

As its name suggests, Monkey Island is filled with (non-human) primates. This small island is home to howler monkeys, white-faced capuchin, and Geoffroy’s tamarin.

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