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5 Things to Do in Panama City and Tips for Travelers!

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I transited through the canal as part of a Winstar cruise and it was spectacular.

I spent a full day there and would highly recommend it.

I'd never seen this at a museum before, and loved that after viewing the displays, you had a resource if you had further inquiries.

I would recommend renting from the Panama side and dropping the bike off on the islands.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Visit the Miraflores Visitors Center to see the Panama Canal locks in action.
βœ“Spend a full day exploring Casco Viejo, Panama City's historic old town.
βœ“Rent a bike on the Calcada de Amodora and ride one-way to the islands.
βœ“Use Uber for inexpensive transportation around Panama City.
βœ“Be prepared for intense heat and humidity, especially in summer months.

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Heat and humidity affecting touring pace β€” Be prepared, especially if traveling in summer months.

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QWhat are the top things to do in Panama City?
QHow can travelers see the Panama Canal without transiting by ship?
QWhat are the best transportation options in Panama City?
QWhat should visitors know about the weather in Panama City?

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After spending two days in Panama City, there are five things I would recommend seeing and doing. Of course, seeing the Panama Canal is top of the list. It is an amazing experience and you don't need to see it by ship. You can visit the Miraflores Visitors Center, which is only a 20 min drive from Panama City. Casco Viejo (also known as San Felipe and Casco Antiguo) is Panama City's historic old town. It is a beautifully preserved area that is a treat for visitors. For me, it was my favorite place I visited besides the canal. The Frank Gehry designed Bio Museum (Biomuseo) is also fascinating for both its architecture and content. Cintra Costera is very long park/green space where you have great views along the coastline. And finally, biking the Calcada de Amadora is a wonderful way to get some exercise while enjoying spectacular views of the harbor, Gulf of Panama, and even the Bridge of the Americas. Here are some links to help you navigate your way: Transportation info for the MIraflores Visitors Center: https://www.tiqy.com/blog/how-to-get-to-miraflores-visitor-center-from-panama-city Bio Museum: https://biomuseo.org/en Panama Canal Museum: https://museodelcanal.com/en/ Tourist info Panama City: https://www.tourismpanama.com/places-to-visit/panama-city/places-to-stay/cinta-costera/ @seniorsolotravel Facebook Travel Forum: https://www.facebook.com/groups/443309331791413 Senior Solo Travel Website: https://www.seniorsolotravel.net/ Videos from this trip: Barbados: https://youtu.be/omMmLk4Kghg Tobago: https://youtu.be/QN2AGSK6opY Bequia: https://youtu.be/iJLmq0PMFh0 Saint Lucia: https://youtu.be/yUCO6t21B1Y Grenada: https://youtu.be/RFuje1KHFK8 Curacao: https://youtu.be/IGiY4W52icY Aruba: https://youtu.be/i__6hjSg3ZY Cartagena, Columbia: https://youtu.be/hGH5_vuOxlI Bocas Del Toro: https://youtu.be/mwKEzqC3VI8 San Blas Islands/Isla Aroma: https://youtu.be/EbEihaYr2qM Panama Canal Transit: https://youtu.be/iHHODpPvJYs Windstar Cruise Experience: https://youtu.be/D-fYv91q9gc Casco Viejo Panama City: https://youtu.be/wwg4aKeC1-Q 5 Things to do in Panama City: https://youtu.be/F07S1jx2EuY Please subscribe for more travel videos! 0:00 Intro 0:15 Panama Canal 1:02 Casco Viejo 1:56 Bio Museum 3:16 Calcada de Amadora 4:13 Cinta Costera 5:06 Tips for Travelers