El Cangrejo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Garrett Britton
Photo by Garrett Britton

Popular places to visit

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

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
Cinta Costera

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
Avenida Balboa

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
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

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
Panama

Miraflores Locks

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
Calle 50

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.

Calle 50

Activities

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

AU$219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest
Taste and learn all about some of the most expensive coffee in the world.

Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo

AU$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo
Slingshot Tour Panama

Slingshot Tour Panama

AU$181
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Slingshot Tour Panama
Day Tour

Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands

AU$225
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch

Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch

AU$76
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
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Our pick of the best El Cangrejo Hotel Deals

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$145 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$145
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (503 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed, thick carpets, all good quality. Lovely view from the 8th floor pool. Would be great if breakfast could start a little earlier than 6.30am but otherwise perfect."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Principe Hotel and Suites

Principe Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
Via Argentina, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$92 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$92
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,490 reviews)
"Free parking was nice"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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$167 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$167
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"Great location, friendly helpful staff, nice clean rooms, although lighting could be improved, but everything else was fine. Highly recommend it"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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$137 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$137
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Customer Service/staff were amazing!!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$121 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$121
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,050 reviews)
"Always excellent!!! Everything about it.Facilities, convenience for anything needed, personnel, no place I enjoy staying more, the Riande Urban Hotel in PCP!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Riande Urban Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Panama

Hampton by Hilton Panama

3 out of 5
Calle Eusebio A. Morales Lote # C-5, Panama City
The price is AU$129 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$129
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"It was good the staffs was helpful I enjoyed"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Hampton by Hilton Panama
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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 Iglesia del Carmen.

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 Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.

Marbella
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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.

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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