Panama City

Heritage & monuments

Panamá Viejo

The remains of the old capital on the outskirts of Panama City, left in ruins after a 17th-century pirate raid. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's a good place to walk through the ruins and trace the city's history.

Nature

Ancon Hill

Standing 199 meters tall, Ancon Hill offers a sweeping view over Panama City and is the highest point in the city. Once part of the Panama Canal administrative zone, it now remains a protected nature reserve.

Temples & religious sites

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama City

This cathedral stands in the old quarter of Panama City and was consecrated in 1796 after 108 years of construction. As the seat of the archdiocese, it is a central stop on any tour of the old town.

Views & landmarks

F&F Tower

A 242-meter, 52-story office building rising in Panama City. Its glass-and-concrete exterior stands as one of the defining features of the city's skyline.

Castles & palaces

Palacio de las Garzas

The presidential residence in Panama City, named for the herons that roam freely in its courtyard. It's worth viewing the palace's exterior while learning about this unusual origin.

Museums & galleries

Biomuseo

This museum explores Panama's natural history, with a striking exterior designed by architect Frank Gehry. Located on the Amador Causeway, it offers ocean views alongside its exhibits.

Parks & gardens

Metropolitan Natural Park

This nature park is the only designated wildlife reserve within Panama City. Though close to downtown, it lets visitors encounter a variety of wildlife amid dense forest.

Museums & galleries

Panama Canal Museum

A museum in Panama City dedicated to the history of the canal's construction. It covers the entire story, from France's initial attempt to the canal's completion by the United States and its eventual return to Panama.