Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Colon October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Colon Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Colon.dx601867)[Hotels in Colon](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Hotels.d601867.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Colon](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Colon.d601867.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Colon Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Colon.d601867.Car-Rental-Guide)[Colon Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Colon.d601867.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Colon ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Colon Types of activities Where to stay [Colon travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Colon.dx601867) ![Colon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1d8a91c9ba3e2729b384542dbcd5f2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a0ff57d9fbd4390feb76fcb97ae6a720.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/2a159b77bbb6d11bc3d3c7332018cd0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/cc89ae2c5d44d5cd879fbd51cedb57d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d742d41698d25494ab49952b3ed88e40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Colon Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Colon has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Colon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Colon to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Colon Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Colon. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Colon attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Colon ### Tours & day trips [See all 68 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=601867&location=Colon&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2906918/304c740c-ed06-48fe-90f0-7a636714b2a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise 5h 9/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available CA $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/panama-canal-agua-clara-locks-and-fort-san-lorenzo-tour.a2906918.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1017210/ca9be5c8-beac-43c1-a9eb-066feb136f76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari 3h 10/10 34 reviews Free cancellation available CA $84 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hr-canal-boat-ride-monkey-safari-rainforest-walklocal-brunch.a1017210.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Aerial Tram & Sloth Sanctuary in the Rainforest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46716156/efcd3f3c-a676-4a27-b4db-8f9d82124f49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aerial Tram & Sloth Sanctuary in the Rainforest 5h 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $184 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/aerial-tram-sloth-sanctuary-in-the-rainforest.a46716156.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47313144/f3dd1c31-b1f2-41ca-8793-3abcbc166e9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $84CA $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-and-sloth-jungle-habitat-panama-tour.a47313144.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Panama City: Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47719788/5dcd9024-68ac-486d-aaea-70b6ca994027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Panama City: Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise 4h+ 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/panama-city-jungle-and-gatun-lake-half-day-adventure.a47719788.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5169188/95854778-4d80-4c67-a8a1-7d88236bd366.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park 7h Free cancellation available CA $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-hours-monkey-island-and-nature-walk-at-soberania-national-park.a5169188.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2525092/fe0f45ed-17b2-41cd-9047-c20d02a5a03c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gatun-expedition-monkey-island-tour.a2525092.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Day Tour at Panama Canal from Ocean to Ocean](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1174044/1387d24a-3aa0-4517-abcd-4ee3fa6e5479.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Tour at Panama Canal from Ocean to Ocean 7h 9.6/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $230 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-at-panama-canal-and-monkey-island-from-ocean-to-ocean.a1174044.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Cruise Shore Excursion Panama: Wildlife Gatun lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4497589/d2be6e66-3154-4ba2-aa56-68968863c1cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cruise Shore Excursion Panama: Wildlife Gatun lake 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $133CA $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cruiseline-shore-excursion-fort-amador-monkey-island-tour.a4497589.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Embera Indigenous Village Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2525088/95ed369a-aba7-41f9-ab8c-c43e7085de18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Embera Indigenous Village Tour 6h Free cancellation available CA $126 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/embera-indigenous-village-tour.a2525088.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 29 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=601867&location=Colon&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Cruise Shore Excursion Panama: Wildlife Gatun lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4497589/d2be6e66-3154-4ba2-aa56-68968863c1cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cruise Shore Excursion Panama: Wildlife Gatun lake 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $133CA $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cruiseline-shore-excursion-fort-amador-monkey-island-tour.a4497589.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Bird and Nature Sightseeing Tour in Pipe Line](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46713480/c3752837-6f20-4cf8-affb-cf1d7a14e856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Bird and Nature Sightseeing Tour in Pipe Line 6h Free cancellation available CA $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-bird-and-nature-sightseeing-tour-in-pipe-line.a46713480.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Gatun Lake and Rain Forest Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4005831/0b02e1d7-7840-40f5-b3c0-875f4af449b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gatun Lake and Rain Forest Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $112 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-island-rainforest-tour.a4005831.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Embera Village and Hidden Waterfall Charges River Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49381855/80bef08f-8929-4151-b221-42e8c02ec94b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Embera Village and Hidden Waterfall Charges River Tour 7h Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-embera-village-and-chagres-river-tour.a49381855.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Private 6 hours Discover Colon City & Atlantic Ocean Tour Panama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46475781/1d92881e-4b14-451c-b4fb-fa80236c9680.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 6 hours Discover Colon City & Atlantic Ocean Tour Panama 6h Free cancellation available CA $341CA $309 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-6-hours-discover-colon-city-atlantic-ocean-tour-panama.a46475781.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Indian Village Embera Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1110999/4e69201d-c5fc-4b3d-a809-b38326ca0e70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Indian Village Embera Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/indian-village-embera-tour.a1110999.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Private Tour to Monkey Island and Sloth Sanctuary in Gamboa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45671125/a7e70252-c904-4425-8963-62137870c1c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour to Monkey Island and Sloth Sanctuary in Gamboa 5h Free cancellation available CA $273 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-to-monkey-island-and-sloth-sanctuary-in-gamboa.a45671125.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![6-Hour Culture and Nature Tour in Embera Tribe - All Included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46354045/28cb4541-fbd5-434b-bd29-377d61655f7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 6-Hour Culture and Nature Tour in Embera Tribe - All Included 6h Free cancellation available CA $216 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/6-hour-private-culture-and-nature-tour-in-embera-tribe.a46354045.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Zipline and Sloth Sanctuary Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46768610/b407fdb0-5ac5-4909-b2ac-6fe955706d5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zipline and Sloth Sanctuary Private Tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $219 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zipline-and-sloth-sanctuary-private-tour.a46768610.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Monkey Island: The Wild Life Safari at Gatun Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45955500/3689bf63-78f3-4920-ada8-48b31069d6f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monkey Island: The Wild Life Safari at Gatun Lake 3h Free cancellation available CA $363 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-shopping-day-in-the-famous-colon-free-zone.a45955500.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=601867&location=Colon&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Private Fishing in the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5276329/8cb874ae-31fe-443f-b071-6456be48d490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Fishing in the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake 5h 30m Free cancellation available CA $781 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-fishing-in-the-panama-canal-gatun-lake.a5276329.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Gatun Boat Tour, Sloth Sanctuary, Wildlife Exhibits + Buffet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48222568/5c2ae74c-982b-429e-88e3-a7c9855dd390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gatun Boat Tour, Sloth Sanctuary, Wildlife Exhibits + Buffet 5h Free cancellation available CA $191 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gatun-boat-tour-sloth-sanctuary-wildlife-exhibits-buffet.a48222568.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Canal expansion Agua Clara, Rainforest safari & San Lorenzo Fort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2874796/b48474f1-9b6f-491b-ba56-8f5d89fc2dec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Canal expansion Agua Clara, Rainforest safari & San Lorenzo Fort 6h 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $119CA $101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/combination-tour-from-panama-city-rainforest-san-lorenzo-fort-and-canal-expansion.a2874796.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Panama: Buffet, Aerial Tram, Gatun BoatTour, Sloth Sanctuary](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48282966/7fc1a523-f19f-4dae-819e-00b2d92b0236.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Panama: Buffet, Aerial Tram, Gatun BoatTour, Sloth Sanctuary 5h Free cancellation available CA $266 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/aerial-tram-gatun-boat-tour-sloth-sanctuary-buffet-lunch.a48282966.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ![Half Day Private Primate Tour in Gamboa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46516881/f836ba7a-9e1e-447a-b62e-ce3fbe79f8c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Private Primate Tour in Gamboa 4h Free cancellation available CA $209 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-private-primate-tour-in-gamboa.a46516881.activity-details?&rid=601867&location=Colon&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Colon | Number of things to do | 71 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-and-sloth-jungle-habitat-panama-tour.a47313144.activity-details): CA $59 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hr-canal-boat-ride-monkey-safari-rainforest-walklocal-brunch.a1017210.activity-details) - [Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/panama-canal-agua-clara-locks-and-fort-san-lorenzo-tour.a2906918.activity-details) - [7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-hours-monkey-island-and-nature-walk-at-soberania-national-park.a5169188.activity-details) - [Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-and-sloth-jungle-habitat-panama-tour.a47313144.activity-details) - [Full-Day Gatun Lake and Indian Village Tour from Panama City](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-monkey-island-and-indian-village-tour-from-panama-city-panama.a1110940.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hr-canal-boat-ride-monkey-safari-rainforest-walklocal-brunch.a1017210.activity-details) - [Cruise Shore Excursion Panama: Wildlife Gatun lake](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cruiseline-shore-excursion-fort-amador-monkey-island-tour.a4497589.activity-details) - [Gatun Lake Boat Adventure from Panama City](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/gatun-lake-boat-adventure-from-panama-city.a48678650.activity-details) - [Monkey Island: The Wild Life Safari at Gatun Lake](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-shopping-day-in-the-famous-colon-free-zone.a45955500.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hr-canal-boat-ride-monkey-safari-rainforest-walklocal-brunch.a1017210.activity-details) - [Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/panama-canal-agua-clara-locks-and-fort-san-lorenzo-tour.a2906918.activity-details) - [7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-hours-monkey-island-and-nature-walk-at-soberania-national-park.a5169188.activity-details) - [Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-and-sloth-jungle-habitat-panama-tour.a47313144.activity-details) - [Full-Day Gatun Lake and Indian Village Tour from Panama City](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-monkey-island-and-indian-village-tour-from-panama-city-panama.a1110940.activity-details) | ## What to do in Colon * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Colon ![Gamboa Rainforest Resort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ca45e17186eaf6f1b1534b9a8b18d159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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) ![Fort San Lorenzo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/aca0b4b2b06593ec20ee8107197ab48b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort San Lorenzo You can learn about the history of Colon with a stop at Fort San Lorenzo. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Fort-San-Lorenzo-Colon.d6078501.Vacation-Attraction) #### Colon 2000 4/5(1 review) During your visit to Colon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Colon 2000. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Colon-2000-Colon.d6286212.Vacation-Attraction) #### Colon Free Zone 4/5(1 review) During your trip to Colon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Colon Free Zone. [](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Free-Zone-Barrio-Sur.d6078503.Vacation-Attraction) #### Panama Rainforest Discovery Center 4/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Panama Rainforest Discovery Center in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Panama-Rainforest-Discovery-Center-Gamboa.d553248621562725888.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gatun Locks 4/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of Colon when you stop by Gatun Locks. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Gatun-Locks-Colon.d6078509.Vacation-Attraction) #### Galeta Island Marine Education Center You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Galeta Island Marine Education Center during your trip to Colon. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Galeta-Island-Marine-Education-Center-Colon.d6253111.Vacation-Attraction) #### Canal Expansion Observation Center You can spend time exploring the galleries in Canal Expansion Observation Center during your trip to Colon. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Canal-Expansion-Observation-Center-Colon.d553248621532964855.Vacation-Attraction) #### Monument to Christopher Columbus You can learn about the history of Colon with a stop at Monument to Christopher Columbus. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Monument-To-Christopher-Columbus-Colon.d6286215.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Colon ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a0ff57d9fbd4390feb76fcb97ae6a720.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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) ![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 Monument to Christopher Columbus and Limon Bay. [](https://expedia.ca/Colon-Barrio-Norte.dx829297880595460096) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gatun The museums and monuments are just a few features travelers like about Gatun. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Gatun Locks and Canal Expansion Observation Center are a few top places to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Gatun.dx6025905) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Colon ![Panama City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1916fc53ea2cb142bbaeb7b9e6efaf16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Panama City [](https://expedia.ca/Panama-City.dx2897) ![Fort Sherman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/ce259de4d218c144c8cebba63956bc8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fort Sherman [](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Sherman.dx6223313) ![Cativa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/079cdee89bf616c10a8465dc935ffb10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cativa [](https://expedia.ca/Cativa.dx553248623142874455) ![Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e8799df0b1e0f62f5b87a2e2f9d8e588.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Limón [](https://expedia.ca/Limon.dx829297944220938240) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Colon worth visiting? > Whether you're planning to experience the local charm and cultural hotspots or sample unique foods and explore in nature, there are plenty of things to do in Colon. ### How do I spend a day in Colon? > Kick your day off with a visit to Canal Expansion Observation Centre and Fort San Lorenzo. Then, check out different areas of Colon for local dining and a little retail therapy. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Colon? > Don't go home without exploring Canal Expansion Observation Centre, ranked the top tourist attraction in Colon. ### Is three days enough to stay in Colon? > If you just want to check out the most popular sights, three days is more than enough time for a trip to Colon. Stay for seven to ten days for the chance to really appreciate the local vibe, tour nearby hotspots and discover a few hidden gems. ### Is Colon a walkable city? > It depends on what you plan to do and see in Colon. Several key attractions, such as Juventud Park, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll around one of Colon's cool neighbourhoods, Barrio Sur is 2 kilometres away from the city centre. ### What are some activities to do in Colon with kids? > If you're looking for sights and tours for all of your group, here are some awesome ideas for what to do in Colon with kids. > > > > - [Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hr-canal-boat-ride-monkey-safari-rainforest-walklocal-brunch.a1017210.activity-details) > - [Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/panama-canal-agua-clara-locks-and-fort-san-lorenzo-tour.a2906918.activity-details) > - [7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-hours-monkey-island-and-nature-walk-at-soberania-national-park.a5169188.activity-details) > - [Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monkey-and-sloth-jungle-habitat-panama-tour.a47313144.activity-details) > - [Full-Day Gatun Lake and Indian Village Tour from Panama City](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-monkey-island-and-indian-village-tour-from-panama-city-panama.a1110940.activity-details) ### What to do in Colon for adults? > Gatún Dam is one of the main things to do in Colon. 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