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# Panama Canal Zone

## Travel Guide

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## Visit Panama Canal Zone

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone

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### Balboa

 The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Balboa. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Albrook Shopping Mall and Ancon Hill, a few notable attractions nearby. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Panama-City-Balboa.dx6323179)

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### Cristobal

 Travelers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Cristobal.dx6024083)

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### Barrio Sur

 If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Barrio-Sur.dx829297886230487040)

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### Gatun

 The museums and monuments are just a few features travelers like about Gatun. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatun Locks are a few top places to visit. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gatun.dx6025905)

![Colon showing building ruins and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/267000/267275-Colon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Barrio Norte

 While visiting Barrio Norte, you might make a stop by sights like Limon Bay and Monument to Christopher Columbus. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Barrio-Norte.dx829297880595460096)

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### Coco Solo

 If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Coco-Solo.dx553248635974899440)

- Panama Canal Zone Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Panama Canal Zone

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Marriott Panama Hotel

Roosevelt Ave., Allbrook Mall Panama City Panama

CA $220

CA $242 total

Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Yes

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

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Summit Rainforest & Golf Resort

Omar Torrijos Ave Panama City Panama

CA $99

CA $109 total

Dec 30 - Dec 31

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this golf hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Todo perfecto.

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

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Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Amador Avenue & Van Hook Street Panama City Panama

CA $108

CA $120 total

Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

Great service and friendly helpful staf, the hotel is tired but they were making improvements during my stay, a bit busy but understandable, o had a good price in exchange. Worst breakfast I had in a hotel of this category ever

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

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Tropical House with Historic Charm, WiFi, Private Bathrooms and Workspaces

 Panamá Provincia de Panamá

Stay at this vacation home in Panama City. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Cinta Costera ...

10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)

Family Celebration!

We had a wonderful stay at the classic home in Ancon. Lot’s of room to spread out and convenient location to attend a milestone birthday party in the city. Would definitely recommend for a family gathering and the host was very attentive!

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

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Panama View House – A Hilltop Retreat with Stunning Canal Views

 Panama City Panamá Province

Stay at this vacation home in Panama City. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway are located ...

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Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option

 Panama City Panama

Book a stay at this beach condo in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)

Host was very accommodating. Place was clean and photos were true

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Gamboa Rainforest Resort

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Gamboa Rainforest Resort, a lovely green space in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gamboa-Rainforest-Resort-Colon.d6078513.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Miraflores Locks

4.5/5(102 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area. 

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#### Panama Canal Railway

4/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Panama Canal Railway during your stay in Ancon. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area. 

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#### Bridge of the Americas

4/5(84 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Arraijan when you stop by Bridge of the Americas. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. 

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#### Ancon Hill

4/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ancon Hill, a lovely green space in Ancon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area. 

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#### Centenario Bridge

Find out about the history of Ancon when you spend time at Centenario Bridge. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. 

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## Cities near Panama Canal Zone

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### Panama City

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### Colon

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### Playa Bonita Village

![Fort Sherman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/ce259de4d218c144c8cebba63956bc8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Fort Sherman

- Cities near Panama Canal Zone
- Places of interest

[Panama City](https://expedia.ca/Panama-City.dx2897)[Colon](https://expedia.ca/Colon.dx601867)[Playa Bonita Village](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Bonita-Village.dx6053186)[Fort Sherman](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Sherman.dx6223313)[Cativa](https://expedia.ca/Cativa.dx553248623142874455)[Rousseau](https://expedia.ca/Rousseau.dx553248623282272650)[Nueva Providencia](https://expedia.ca/Nueva-Providencia.dx829297903427137536)[Limón](https://expedia.ca/Limon.dx829297944220938240)[Buena Vista](https://expedia.ca/Buena-Vista.dx829297953834291200)

- [Albrook Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.ca/Albrook-Shopping-Mall-Panama-City.d6159851.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Colon Free Zone ](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Free-Zone-Barrio-Sur.d6078503.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Gamboa Rainforest Resort ](https://expedia.ca/Gamboa-Rainforest-Resort-Colon.d6078513.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Veracruz Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Veracruz-Beach-Panama-Oeste-Province.d553248621562725884.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Culebra Cut ](https://expedia.ca/Culebra-Cut-Santa-Clara.d6078511.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Maracana Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/Maracana-Stadium-El-Chorrillo.d553248621562725885.Vacation-Attraction)

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