El Cangrejo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Cangrejo
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.
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.
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
After visiting Cinta Costera, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
The OG Crawl by The Panama Barcrawl - (Panama City, Panama)
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Our pick of the best El Cangrejo Hotel Deals
Principe Hotel and Suites
We booked this hotel for one night because we landed at 4am and needed somewhere to sleep. I called days beforehand and asked if it was okay to book this room for the day before and check out the next day just so we had somewhere to sleep. Everyone at the front desk said yes. When we get there, the ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
The hotel is good. Nice ammenities and very good staff. The breakfast is amazing. The only problem is that the rooms floor is very very dirty. My socks ended up black from walking on the floor.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Novotel Panama City
Todo bien
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Riande Urban Hotel
The Riande Urban is in a solid location with a grocery store nearby and plenty of great food options within walking distance. The staff were very welcoming, and the amenities like the pretty pool and the rooftop jacuzzi are nice perks. However, the property is showing its age. The furniture is ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Everything was good
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
Beaucoup de choix au breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
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 Iglesia del Carmen.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Via Espana and Uruguay Street are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Via Espana while you're exploring the area.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Multicentro Panama.
Curundu
While Curundu isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Iglesia del Carmen are some notable places to visit nearby.
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.
