Rio Abajo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl

The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl

AU$98
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands

Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands

AU$112
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
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Our pick of the best Rio Abajo Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama

5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$198 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$198
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,282 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay here. More quiet than other RIU locations I've been to"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
KM 7, Road to Veracruz, Veracruz, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$407 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$407
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Veracruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz, Corregimineto De Tocumen Hacia El, Tocumen, Panama
The price is AU$204 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$204
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,231 reviews)
"I had to spend the night in Panama to continue my trip to South America. Is very convenient I think is the closest hotel to the airport, the shuttle service is a plus. The rides go every hour sharp. Staff is great, food is amazing as well panameño chicken soup was delicious after a long trip I recover ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
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 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$145
26 Sept - 27 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! (487 reviews)
1st solo trip- nailed it!!
"This was an awesome trip! The hotel was well worth the $$. The people were nice and the area was great! I will be back!!!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
The Westin Playa Bonita Panama

The Westin Playa Bonita Panama

5 out of 5
Km 6 Road to Veracruz, Veracruz, Panama
The price is AU$263 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$263
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the beach"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

The Westin Playa Bonita Panama
Megapolis Hotel Panamá

Megapolis Hotel Panamá

4.5 out of 5
Avenida Balboa, Panama City
The price is AU$209 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$209
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,083 reviews)
"The staff were great! Very prompt! Any needs they were right there to attend!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Megapolis Hotel Panamá
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Other neighbourhoods around Rio Abajo

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Parque Lefevre

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parque Lefevre. You might want to make time for a stop at Panama Viejo or National Craft Market.

Parque Lefevre
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Costa del Este

Travellers like the restaurants in Costa del Este, and Atrio Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Costa del Este
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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.

San Francisco
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Juan Diaz

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Juan Diaz. You might want to make time for a stop at Los Pueblos Commercial Center or Estadio Rommel Fernandez.

Juan Diaz
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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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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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