Barrio Chino Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Barrio Chino
Activities

From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour

Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch

Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience

Panama City: Legends and Hidden Gems of Casco Viejo Tour
Our pick of the best Barrio Chino Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
"Very clean.. definately will return"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
"At check in the associate kept saying “Expedia makes mistakes “ , I explained how I booked and the process. He kept saying I booked a king size for one person and that I had to pay an extra $55 per night for my daughter even though it was the king sized bed and the room says sleep two. The restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
"The Central Hotel Panama delivers an impeccable experience, combining the historic charm of Casco Antiguo with modern luxury and sophistication."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
"I like that in the preferred lounge bartender russell was very helpful and I was there from September 2 to the seventh and the amenity worker Oscar by the pool was very helpful housekeeping was good and cleaning the rooms and everything. All the staff was very respectful and very helpful."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Megapolis Hotel Panamá

Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
"Fue una estadía placentera"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Barrio Chino

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.

Bella Vista
Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

El Cangrejo
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.

San Francisco
San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.

Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lotería Station or Santo Tomás Station to explore sights like Via Espana.
















