Before You Go
- Confirm passport validity and entry requirements.
- Check whether a tourist visa is required.
- Keep digital copies of important documents.
- Consider purchasing travel insurance.
Panama City
Balboa (PAB), US Dollar (USD)
Spanish
Dec–Apr
EST (UTC−5)
Welcome to Panama, a Central American country famous for its historic canal and remarkably rich biodiversity. The Panama Canal remains an engineering marvel, offering fascinating tours of ships passing between two oceans. Panama City's modern skyline rises dramatically beside a beautifully restored colonial old town, Casco Viejo. The San Blas Islands offer pristine white-sand beaches managed by the Indigenous Guna people. Panama's rainforests shelter sloths, toucans, and extraordinary biodiversity accessible just outside the capital. Boquete's cool highlands produce excellent coffee amid volcanic mountain scenery. Traditional Emberá and Guna communities offer a rich cultural connection alongside the country's natural wonders. Panama invites travelers to experience a country where two oceans and incredible biodiversity meet.
Helpful information to consider before and during your visit.
Discover some of Panama's most popular flavors, traditional dishes and memorable local treats during your visit.
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