El Cangrejo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Garrett Britton

Popular places to visit

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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.

Multiplaza Pacific Mall
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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.

Cinta Costera
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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.

Avenida Balboa
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Miraflores Locks

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the shops and casinos in this vibrant area.

Miraflores Locks
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Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
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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.

Uruguay Street

Activities

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Combo: Gatun Lake & Canal Wildlife Boat Tour and Sloth Sanctuary

AU$205
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Combo: Gatun Lake & Canal Wildlife Boat Tour and Sloth Sanctuary
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Guided Boat Tour of Sloth Sanctuary and Gamboa Wildlife in Panama

AU$218
Per adult
Guided Boat Tour of Sloth Sanctuary and Gamboa Wildlife in Panama
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Explore the Nightlife of Panama

AU$98
Per adult
Explore the Nightlife of Panama
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Aerial Tram & Sloth Sanctuary in the Rainforest

AU$199
Per adult
Aerial Tram & Sloth Sanctuary in the Rainforest
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Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

AU$219
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest
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4-Hour Gatun Lake Boat Tour and Jungle Wildlife

AU$150
Per adult
4-Hour Gatun Lake Boat Tour and Jungle Wildlife
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Our pick of the best El Cangrejo Hotel Deals

Principe Hotel and Suites
Principe Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
Via Argentina, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$74 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$74
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"It’s spotlessly clean, had everything you need. Have stayed before, will stay again."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Principe Hotel and Suites
Novotel Panama City
Novotel Panama City
4 out of 5
Calle Jose I. Fabrega y Thais de Pons, El Cangre, Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$143 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$143
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Novotel Panama City
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
3.5 out of 5
Via Veneto, El Cangrejo Bellavista, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$131 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$131
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Overall a very good stay
"It was a very nice stay overall. The property is well maintained, housekeeping is very good. The lobby is very welcoming and the rooms are spacious. The staff are very friendly, attentive and helpful. The buffet style breakfast was excellent on the days we were there. The kids loved playing/swimming ..."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2024

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Riande Urban Hotel
Riande Urban Hotel
3.5 out of 5
El Cangrejo; Calle Eusebio A, Morales, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$117 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$117
per night
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Riande Urban Hotel
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
4 out of 5
Calle Augusto Samuel Boyd y Calle Eusebi, Panama City
The price is AU$153 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$153
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star spa B&B in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"Really nice place. Great rooms, clean, nice pool & workout facility. Decent restaurant but kind of expensive by Panama Standards. Not many other dining options nearby. Good included breakfast though!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
3.5 out of 5
Calle Eusebio A. Morales y Calle 55, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$160 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$160
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (359 reviews)
"Check in was a breeze. Super friendly staff Tye property was in a great location with a car rental, cleaners and a mini market right next door Omg my kids love it Walking distance 3 different Bars, fast food places, Restaurants I mean everything was right there The room was clean. House keeping was ..."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2024

Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo

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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. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Crown Casino.

Bella Vista
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Campo Alegre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.

Campo Alegre
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Obarrio

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.

Obarrio
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Marbella

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Multicentro Panama or Avenida Balboa.

Marbella
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Punta Paitilla

Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Multicentro Panama and Avenida Balboa while you're in town.

Punta Paitilla
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Bethania

Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bethania

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