What to do and see in Panama City, Panama Province: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

February 12, 2022 Emerita Lamoureux

A diverse multicultural city of almost 1.3 million, Panama City offers a lot more than an up-close view of the Canal. Shantytowns slink up alongside shiny high-rise condos. The Old City is an atmospheric labyrinth of churches, plazas and palaces. Fifteen miles from downtown Panama City, Soberania National Park is an excellent destination for hiking and birding. For a fascinating look at the canal, take a taxi or local bus to Miraflores Locks Visitor Center and look down on the traffic below.
Restaurants in Panama City

1. Dress Like Panama

Avenida A, despues de Guayaberas Casco Antiguo, Panama City 0802 Panama +507 6677-6910 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 62 reviews

Dress Like Panama

DRESS LIKE PANAMA - PHOTOS AND SOUVENIRS Have your picture taken in Panama's traditional clothing with your friends or family! STARTS AT $30 PER PERSON! 10 MINUTES! ALL SIZES! ¡Llévate una foto de recuerdo vistiendo los trajes típicos de Panamá con tus amigos o familia! ¡DESDE $30POR PERSONA, 10 MINUTOS, TODOS LOS TAMAÑOS! ⏬BEFORE PAYING PLEASE BOOK AN APPOINTMENT IN THE LINK BELOW ⏬ANTES DE REALIZAR SU COMPRA POR FAVOR RESERVAR SU CITA EN EL LINK ABAJO https://dresslikepanama.simplybook.me/v2/

2. Museo de la Mola

Calle Jose de Obaldia, Panama City 0801 Panama +507 383-1222 http://museodelamola.org/
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Museo de la Mola

Reviewed By 329jimmym - Miami, United States

This tiny museum in the heart of the old quarter is a must see on you trip to Panama. It shows the history of the art craft called Mola, created by the indigenous tribes of Guna Yala, formerly San Blas. They display an amazing collection of these works of art and have several interactive displays for the kids to enjoy. Do go and visit this gem, recently opened in Panama City.

3. Museo del Canal Interoceanico de Panama

Avenida Central Plaza de la Independencia. San Felipe, Panama City 0816 Panama +507 211-1649 [email protected] http://www.museodelcanal.com/
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4.5 based on 2,048 reviews

Museo del Canal Interoceanico de Panama

Opened in 1997, this history museum chronicles the planning, construction and present-day operation of Panama's landmark canal.

Reviewed By PipeEstrada - New Orleans, United States

Great museum to learn about Panama Canal and also about Panama history. A must while visiting this beautiful country !

4. Capilla San Jose

Avenida A & Calle 8, Panama City 0802 Panama +507 228-8943
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4.5 based on 664 reviews

Capilla San Jose

Built soon after the first Spanish settlement in the 16th century, this small church features the famous Golden Altar (Altar de Oro), which is made entirely of pure gold.

Reviewed By ebert2013

We enjoyed walking through the church in Old Town. The alter is amazing, covered in gold leaf. The only thing I found odd was that the “prayer candles” were electric! I guess it makes sense when you don’t have someone to monitor an open flame in an old wood church. It was a quiet, cool, contemplative place to visit.

5. Miraflores Visitor Center

East Side of the Miraflores Locks, Panama City Panama +507 276-8325 http://www.pancanal.com/eng/acp/cvm/
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Miraflores Visitor Center

Reviewed By Emibru

A visit to the Miraflores Visitor Center is an experience not to be missed. Other than seeing the ships passing through the locks, and learn about the great engineering behind it, visitors can enjoy the video presentations and the visit to the fascinating Canal history museum.

6. Teatro Nacional

Avda. Catedral B, 2nd., Panama City Panama +507 262-3525
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4.5 based on 145 reviews

Teatro Nacional

This gorgeous and majestic National Theater was built in the early 20th century, and still retains its elegant charm. Today, its stage hosts classical music, theater and dance performances—and they’re incredibly affordable. If you can’t make one of the performances, at least make time to check out the beautifully restored and preserved space. 

Reviewed By 97vall - Panama City, Panama

We have lived in Panama for 7 years and the Theater National has been closed for renovated twice in that time - not sure why. However, the most recent renovation is spectacular. Just returned from Ballet Don Quixote performance. They have kept all the 1904/1908 aesthetics, and freshened them up. Now it has improved lighting and excellent sound system when needed. NOTE: The "will call" box office for pick-up of tickets is located on the side (right side as you face the theater) under the colonnade. And the Entrance is located on the opposite side entrance(Left side as you face the theater). The main doors at the front are used for exit at the end of performance not entrance- a good idea for more efficient exit of the crowd.

7. Biomuseo

Calzada de Amador Building 136, Apartado 0843-02931, Panama City 0801 Panama +507 830-6700 [email protected] http://www.biomuseo.org/
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Biomuseo

Designed by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, the Biomuseo is his only work in Latin America and the tropics. The building was designed to tell the story of how the isthmus of Panama rose from the sea, uniting two continents, separating a vast ocean in two, and changing the planet's biodiversity forever.

Reviewed By mayohrm50 - Warwick, United States

This is a great museum to learn about the formation of the isthmus, its evolutionary importance, and the natural history of Panama up to the present day. The exhibits on several floors are state-of-the-art. The museum not only celebrates the wonders of natural life in Panama and its two oceans, it also teaches us about man's impact on the environment, the perils of climate change, and the need to preserve and protect the natural world around us.

8. Multiplaza Pacific

Punta Pacifica, Punta Darien St., Panama City, Panama City 0833 Panama +507 302-5380 [email protected] http://www.multiplaza.com/panama
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Multiplaza Pacific

Reviewed By ERich0010

This is a great mall. It's 4 levels with banks, pharmacies, electronics, designer shops and restaurants... all of the things you'd find in a mall. There are cinemas and book stores. It's full of brand name stores that North Americans will recognize and brand name stores that South Americans will recognize. It's big and bright and clean and a good place to while away some time if you have free time.

48th street Bella Vista, Building La Trona, Panama City Panama +507 264-9697 http://www.weilartgallery.com
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

Weil Art Gallery

Reviewed By P1368HOkellyt - Palm Springs, United States

The gentleman and his son who own this art gallery are the nicest guys ever. I searched all over the city for real artwork, and everything is full of cheesy souvenir stuff. Until I discovered this gallery, and the authentic hand made paintings and sculptures and a variety of art forms can be found, I bought an original tapestry. I just love it! Do not miss this place! For those of you who do not want cheesy goofy souvenirs of Panama, you must go to this place!

10. Iglesia de la Merced

San Felipe, Panama City Panama
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4.5 based on 210 reviews

Iglesia de la Merced

Reviewed By twoGeminis

The history of the Church is fascinating. We spent 30 minutes inside and an hour would have been better. Not to be missed.

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