Corporate Stays’s guidebook Panama
City/town information
Panama City, the capital of Panama, is a modern city framed by the Pacific Ocean and man-made Panama Canal. Casco Viejo, its cobblestoned historic center, is famed for colonial-era landmarks like the neoclassical Palacio Presidencial and bougainvillea-filled plazas lined with cafes and bars. The Miraflores Locks offers views of ships traversing the canal, an essential shipping route linking the Atlantic and Pacific.
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Panama City Beaches
Panama City, the capital of Panama, is a modern city framed by the Pacific Ocean and man-made Panama Canal. Casco Viejo, its cobblestoned historic center, is famed for colonial-era landmarks like the neoclassical Palacio Presidencial and bougainvillea-filled plazas lined with cafes and bars. The Miraflores Locks offers views of ships traversing the canal, an essential shipping route linking the Atlantic and Pacific.
Neighbourhoods
Casco Viejo is the historic district of Panama City and the most popular tourist destination in town. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the neighbourhood was first built following the destruction of Panama Viejo, the first city built in Panama under Spanish rule. Recently restored, the area is a beautiful example of colonial architecture embellished by vibrant street art, and hosts some of the best boutique hotels, local cafés, artisanal markets, art galleries and nightclubs in town. An absolute must-see.
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San Felipe
Casco Viejo is the historic district of Panama City and the most popular tourist destination in town. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the neighbourhood was first built following the destruction of Panama Viejo, the first city built in Panama under Spanish rule. Recently restored, the area is a beautiful example of colonial architecture embellished by vibrant street art, and hosts some of the best boutique hotels, local cafés, artisanal markets, art galleries and nightclubs in town. An absolute must-see.
Sightseeing
A visit to Panama City is not complete without seeing the famous Panama Canal. Depending on your level of interest and the amount of time you have available, you can either take a boat tour through the canal, or see the locks from a viewing platform on shore.
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Panama Canal
A visit to Panama City is not complete without seeing the famous Panama Canal. Depending on your level of interest and the amount of time you have available, you can either take a boat tour through the canal, or see the locks from a viewing platform on shore.
Panama Viejo is the original site where the city was founded in 1519. Located about a 15- to 20-minute drive out of the city towards Tocumen International Airport, this historical sight is worth the effort to visit. The 14 remaining ruins are spread out over an area about 1.5 kilometers long.
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Panamá Viejo
Vía CincuentenarioPanama Viejo is the original site where the city was founded in 1519. Located about a 15- to 20-minute drive out of the city towards Tocumen International Airport, this historical sight is worth the effort to visit. The 14 remaining ruins are spread out over an area about 1.5 kilometers long.
Food scene
Unpretentious waterfront restaurant offering Southern-style breakfast & fried seafood platters.
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Bayou Joes
112A E 3rd CtUnpretentious waterfront restaurant offering Southern-style breakfast & fried seafood platters.
Consejos sobre la ciudad
Costumbres y cultura
Social etiquette
When entering a place (whether it is a house, a shop or just passing by), people tend to greet each other with the word “Buenas”, even to complete strangers. When in a more formal situation, like a meeting, you should use the form “Buenos días” (Good morning) or “Buenas tardes” (Good afternoon/evening).