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One of the must-see places and the best things to do in Panama City is visiting the Panama Canal, one of the world's greatest engineering marvels.
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Panama Canal
One of the must-see places and the best things to do in Panama City is visiting the Panama Canal, one of the world's greatest engineering marvels.
The most popular things for visitors to do in San Blas, apart from laying in the sun and sand is to sail, canoe, and explore the area by water. You can spend a day, ora week hopping island to island, seeing exotic animals, snorkeling, eating local fish dishes, and even hiking.
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San Blas Islands Panamá
The most popular things for visitors to do in San Blas, apart from laying in the sun and sand is to sail, canoe, and explore the area by water. You can spend a day, ora week hopping island to island, seeing exotic animals, snorkeling, eating local fish dishes, and even hiking.
Venture to the eastern suburbs of Panama City and you’ll find the remaining parts of the original Panama City, and former capital of the country. Now a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site, the settlement dates back to 1519, when Pedro Arias Dávila and 100 other inhabitants made it their home. The area now known as Panama Viejo was the first permanent European Settlement on the Pacific Ocean.
When you get there, explore the archeological site of Panama Viejo to see the Old Panama Cathedral, as well as various historical ruins. Next, climb atop the iconic bell tower and look at the Panama City skyline from the city’s original “skyscraper.” As you wander, keep in mind that the layout and scale of Old Panama remains largely unchanged from the original form, and no architectural renovations have been made—this means you’ll have the rare opportunity to walk through history. While you’re there, take some time to shop at the artisan market, where you can pick up local crafts and souvenirs.
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Panamá Viejo
Venture to the eastern suburbs of Panama City and you’ll find the remaining parts of the original Panama City, and former capital of the country. Now a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site, the settlement dates back to 1519, when Pedro Arias Dávila and 100 other inhabitants made it their home. The area now known as Panama Viejo was the first permanent European Settlement on the Pacific Ocean.
When you get there, explore the archeological site of Panama Viejo to see the Old Panama Cathedral, as well as various historical ruins. Next, climb atop the iconic bell tower and look at the Panama City skyline from the city’s original “skyscraper.” As you wander, keep in mind that the layout and scale of Old Panama remains largely unchanged from the original form, and no architectural renovations have been made—this means you’ll have the rare opportunity to walk through history. While you’re there, take some time to shop at the artisan market, where you can pick up local crafts and souvenirs.
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The Amador Causeway is home to many of the city’s biggest attractions. For one, you can see the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal itself. If you’re feeling active, you can paddle board in Panama Bay, or bike the causeway, which offers bike lanes down the entire length. Not up for biking? You can rent scooters and segways right on the boardwalk, as well. While you’re there, shop local at the Centro Artesanal, and then check out some of the Panamanian restaurants that line the boardwalk.
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Amador Causeway
Calzada de AmadorThe Amador Causeway is home to many of the city’s biggest attractions. For one, you can see the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal itself. If you’re feeling active, you can paddle board in Panama Bay, or bike the causeway, which offers bike lanes down the entire length. Not up for biking? You can rent scooters and segways right on the boardwalk, as well. While you’re there, shop local at the Centro Artesanal, and then check out some of the Panamanian restaurants that line the boardwalk.