2. Amador
Causeway
From the causeway, there is
a nice view of Panama City,
and the Bridge of the
Americas. Many
Panamanians like to spend
their weekends jogging,
riding a bicycle or
rollerblading down the
causeway, or having a meal
or drinks.
3. Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro is a favorite
spot for scuba divers, and
as the dives are shallow, it’s
particularly suited for
particularly for beginners.
An extensive coral reef
features colorful varieties of
tropical fish. Discovered by
Christopher Columbus in
1502.
4. Boquete
Known as the “Valley of the
Flowers,” Boquete offers a
true bouquet of delightful
travel experiences. Whether
taking a zip line over
through the canopy of the
Cloud Forest, soaking in the
hot springs along the
Caldera River or whitewater
river rafting on the Chiriquí
Viejo, travelers will find
plenty to do around the
mountain village of
Boquete.
5. Coiba National
Marine Park
The island of Coiba is the
largest island in the park, as
well as the largest island in
all of Central America. More
than 800 species of marine
life are present in the area.
The park is known as one
of the best places to enjoy
snorkeling and scuba diving
on the Pacific Coast.
6. Panama Canal
Considered the “Eight
Wonder of the Modern
World.” Visitors can take
either a partial or complete
crossing of the canal.
Crossings take four to eight
hours. About 56,307
workers coming from the
United States, Europe, and
the Caribbean were needed
to conclude this engineering
feat.
7. Pearl Island
Indigenous peoples
populated the Pearl Islands
until Spanish Conquistadors
discovered the archipelagos’
wealth of pearls in the 1500s.
The islands gained new
popularity after being
featured on the reality
television show Survivor. The
islands feature lush forests
surrounded by white sandy
beaches. Contadora Island is
the most developed of the
Pearl Islands, with several
resorts and an airstrip.
8. San Blas Islands
Located in Eastern Panama,
the San Blas Islands is the
best place to explore the rich
culture of Panama’s
indigenous people, the Kuna.
The Kuna people view this
area as their own but are
warm and welcoming to
visitors. One member of the
tribe is stationed on many of
the area’s tiny tropical
islands, and for a nominal
fee, they allow visitors
exclusive use of the island for
the day.
9. Taboga Island
Located about 20 kilometers
from Panama City, Isla Taboga
is Panama’s favorite escape
out of the city to bathe in its
sandy beaches, ride Jet Ski’s,
speed boats and fishing
charters. First settled by the
Spanish in 1515, Isla Taboga
has a charming village with the
second-oldest church in the
western hemisphere, a few
narrow streets with a few
restaurants and great views to
Panama City from the top of
the Island.
10. Baru Volcan
Located in Chiriquí
Province, as Panama’s
highest geographical point,
Volcán Barú offers a true
adventure for experienced
hikers and mountain
climbers. The long climb is
steep, and hikers will
experience changes in
climate as they hike
towards the summit.
11. Old City (Casco
Viejo)
What is known today as Panama
Viejo, the old city of Panama,
was the first city established by
the shores of the Pacific Ocean,
by Governor Pedro Arias Davila
in 1519. This city was constantly
visited by galleons coming from
Peru, loaded with gold and
silver, and other treasures en
route to Spain. As a result of the
attack by the English corsair, Sir
Henry Morgan, occurred in
1671, the city was looted and set
on fire, leaving instead of the
Pearl of the Pacific, the ruins
visible today.
12. Currency of
Panama
The american dollar is
the standard currency
in use in Panama, so
visitors with american
currency don't need to
exchange money.
