Panama Canal Zone Travel Guide

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Bridge of the Americas  (Puente de las Americas).  Once known as Thatcher Ferry Bridge, near an industrial shipping zone in Panama close to the the Panama Canal.
Bridge of the Americas  (Puente de las Americas).  Once known as Thatcher Ferry Bridge, near an industrial shipping zone in Panama close to the the Panama Canal.
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Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone

The buses of Panama.

Balboa

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Balboa. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Flag of Cerro Ancón and Bridge of the Americas are a few top places to visit.

Balboa
Beautiful aerial view of the Beautiful aerial view of the Panama Channel on the Sunset

Barrio Sur

If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Sur
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Gatun locks
Por volta das 6 da manhã já tínhamos passado o quebra-mar que antecede as Gatun locks. Depois da passagem de alguns navios foi a nossa vez de sermos elevados 26 metros em 3 etapas até ao Gatun Lake. Atravessamos o lago, o Culebra Cut (Canal aberto nas rochas e em forma de cobra com 12,6 Km de comprimento), a Centenial Bridge e chegamos a Pedro Miguel Locks, que tem apenas uma câmera. Aqui descemos 9 metros para o Miraflores Lake. Lago pequeno e logo chegamos às Miraflores Locks. São compostas de 2 câmeras que nos descem até ao nível do Pacífico. Estes locks têm as gates mais altas devido às diferenças entre as marés do Pacífico. Atravessados estes locks chegamos ao Pacífico. Passamos ainda por baixo da ponte das Américas, que é parte da rodovia Pan-americana, que liga o sul da América do sul com o Alasca na América do norte. A travessia toda durou em torno de 9 horas. Durante a travessia os navios são auxiliados por pares de locomotivas. Dependendo do tamanho do navio, podem ser usadas até 8 locomotivas. A água que enche as câmeras, vem do Gatun Lake e são usados 197 milhões de litros de água para cada travessia. Por isso é de suma importância a conservação da floresta tropical em torno do lago. As dimensões máximas permitidas para os navios é 32,31 m de largura, 294,13 m de comprimento e 12,04 m de calado.

Gatun locks
By 6am we had already passed the breakwater that precedes the Gatun locks. After the passage of some ships it was our turn to be lifted 26 meters in 3 steps to Gatun Lake. We cross the lake, the Culebra Cut

Cristobal

Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.

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Coco Solo

If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Gatun

Gatun is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Gatun Locks and Canal Expansion Observation Center are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Gatun
Barcelona Christopher Columbus monument

Barrio Norte

If you're spending some time in Barrio Norte, Limon Bay and Monument to Christopher Columbus are top sights worth seeing.

Barrio Norte
Marriott Panama Hotel

Marriott Panama Hotel

4 out of 5
Roosevelt Ave., Allbrook Mall Panama City Panama
The price is AU$238 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$238
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
The room was a nice size, clean, had proper bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. There were always guys by the front near ready and willing to answer questions and help you out.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Marriott Panama Hotel
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

4.5 out of 5
Amador Avenue & Van Hook Street Panama City Panama
The price is AU$134 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$134
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Great ocean view with views of Panama Canal. Wonderful staff and walking trail on Amador Causeway.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
Mahogany Suites

Mahogany Suites

2 out of 5
El Tucan Street Rousseau Panamá
The price is AU$203 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$203
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Arraijan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a golf course and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Room was clean. Staff was courteous. Bed was too firm for me. Money was worth the stay. I'll be going back.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Mahogany Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Palma Aparta Suite

La Palma Aparta Suite

3 out of 5
Amador Downtown Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Amador Causeway and Cinta Costera are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Me encantó muy organizado, muy limpio, las personas que trabajan en este hotel son muy amables volvería sin duda muchas gracias

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

La Palma Aparta Suite
Oasis with pool near panama canal

Oasis with pool near panama canal

Panamá Provincia de Panamá
Stay at this holiday home in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are located ...
Oasis with pool near panama canal
Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

Panama City Panama
Stay at this beach condo in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Amador Causeway and Albrook Shopping Mall are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Beautiful unit, setting, and view! Spacious and comfortable, and we loved the rooftop pool and beach access! Not hard to get into the city. The rooftop hot tub wasn’t working, but with the hot weather we didn’t miss it too much. Ana Cecilia and Remy were kind and responsive.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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