Ciudad Panama
A multicultural city with lots of expats working at large corporate branches. West
Panama Canal
Just outside of Panama City: A must for each visitor, Panama canal is the landmark and a symbol of an influential American and European colonial history. It connects the Caribbean Sea with the Pacific Ocean since its opening in 1914. The best time to see ships in the Panama Canal is in the early morning and late afternoon from the observation deck of Miraflores Visitor Center at Miraflores Locks. This modern visitor center features an interactive museum about local history, construction and nowadays life of the Panama Canal. 5 min North of Miraflores Locks, on the way to Parque Nacional Soberania are Pedro Miguel Locks with a better view on passing ships.
A public bus runs every 20min from Albrook Bus Terminal to Miraflores Locks.
San Blas
Even the 2,5 hours 4×4 jeep drive from Panama City via dramatic scenic views in the jungle of Guna Yala – the autonomous comarca (territory) – to Puerto de Carti boat terminal is a real adventure. With its winding route and steep hills, it feels like in a roller coaster and is not for the scared. Halfway on a checkpoint the kuna tourist tax of $10 is due. At the boat terminal, the boat taxis visit various islands and natural swimming pools with the opportunity to spot some sea stars.
Boquete
The small town lies west of Panama in the fertile Chiriqui Province and is a famous retiring spot for US citizens due to the humid climate. Crossing the Rio Caldera bridge, East of Parque Domingo Medica, following Avenida Buenos Aires invites for a 2 hours circuit around town with a stop in Cafe Ruiz.
Bocas del Toro
The archipelago is better known simply as Bocas, with its Caribbean-style clapboard houses and laidback vibes, invites travelers from all over the world.
