Balboa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Amador Causeway
You can learn about the history of Ancon with a visit to Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
City Sightseeing Panama City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Panama City: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise to Taboga Island
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour
Our pick of the best Balboa Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
This is a budget friendly hotel and has an excellent breakfast bar. The staff were very friendly and helpful. By far the friendliest in all my international travels. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Good hotel to stay at when you have an early morning flight
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton Grand Panama
Clean and comfortable room. Bathroom needs an overall. Faucets are hard to open and close.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Pool area was restful..
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
W Panama
Staff not friendly
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
Rooms were a bit outdated and maintained moisture making it constantly feel damp. Walls needed some cleaning and tending to. However the staff was excellent and very
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa
El Chorrillo
While El Chorrillo isn't home to many top sights, Maracana Stadium and Flag of Cerro Ancón are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santa Ana
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Santa Ana. You might want to make time for a stop at Cinta Costera or Avenida Balboa.
Casco Viejo
Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Independence Square or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.
San Felipe
While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.
Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to explore sights like Cinta Costera.
Amador
Travellers come to Amador for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Amador Causeway and Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina while you're in town.
