Your flight to Panama City introduces you to Panama’s bustling capital and shipping centre, founded in the 16th century. Take in Panama City’s colonial grandeur in the Casco Viejo (Old City) and learn about the famous waterway at the Interoceanic Canal Museum of Panama.
Step back in time at the Museum of Panamá La Vieja to learn about the original Panama City, its destruction in the 17th century and see the ruins that remain. Immerse yourself in the culture of Panama City in the art galleries of Las Bóvedas (The Vaults).
Take a day trip to Isla Taboga (15km south of Panama City) for water sports and sport fishing or head to the Amador Causeway for views of Panama City’s skyline. Or ride the Panama Canal Railway passing rainforest from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
The people of Panama City love variety, although rice, beans and tortillas (thick deep-fried corn dough) are the staples. Dine on sancocho (chicken and yucca stew), corvina (sea bass) and plantain, and try the pastel de tres leches (sweet “three milk” cake). Rum is popular, often served in cocktails with fresh local tropical fruits. |