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Freighter off Panama’s Caribbean coast waiting to enter Panama Canal.

Overview

This small country is home to the formidable Panama Canal, tropical escapes and Central America’s most cosmopolitan capital, with its sultry skyline of shimmering glass and steel towers. Panama travel offers everything from rainforest ziplining and white-water rafting to cloudforest treks with sublime vistas. On the coast, you can dive with whale sharks in the Pacific, snorkel the rainbow reefs of Bocas del Toro or set sail in the indigenous territory of Guna Yala. Meanwhile, surfers will be psyched to have world-class breaks all to themselves. Add to this the cultural riches of Panama City, and you have one of Latin America’s most captivating destinations. Not sure where to start planning your Panama trip? Get inspired with expert tips on top attractions, the best beaches, and the ideal time to visit.

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Attraction in Panama City
BioMuseo
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Attraction in Isla Bastimentos
Parque Nacional Marino Isla Bastimentos
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Attraction in Panama City
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo
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Attraction in Península de Azuero
Taller Dario López
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Attraction in Comarca de Guna Yala
Dubbag (Isla Pino)
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Attraction in Panama City
Panamá Viejo
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Attraction in Panama City
Parque Natural Metropolitano
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Attraction in Panama Canal
Miraflores Visitors Center

Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

You'll find so much more in Panama than its famous canal. Get ready for wildlife-rich tropical forests, beautiful beaches and hip urban spaces.

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Things to Know

From the vacation of a lifetime to the life of a digital nomad, we've got everything you need to know about entry requirements for Panama.

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Transportation

Panama may be small, but its attractions are mighty and not always easy to get to. Here's everything you need to know about getting around Panama.

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Visa Requirements

From the vacation of a lifetime to the life of a digital nomad, we've got everything you need to know about entry requirements for Panama.

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Day Trips

Panama City is a fast-paced urban dynamo that’s quickly becoming a Central America powerhouse, but it's not the only place on the isthmus worth visiting.

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Best Road Trips

Panama City is a fast-paced urban dynamo that’s quickly becoming a Central America powerhouse, but it's not the only place on the isthmus worth visiting.

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Money and Costs

How to plan a trip to Panama when you are trying to keep costs low.

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Traveling with Kids

From babies and toddlers to young children, tweens and teens, here are the best experiences in Panama for families of travelers.

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