Title: Visit Panama Canal Zone: Best of Panama Canal Zone Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Panama Canal Zone](https://expedia.com/Panama-Canal-Zone-Hotels.d6222968.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Panama Canal Zone](https://expedia.com/Panama-Canal-Zone-Vacation-Rentals.d6222968.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Panama Canal Zone](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Panama-Canal-Zone.d6222968.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Panama Canal Zone](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Panama-Canal-Zone.d6222968.Car-Rental-Guide)[Panama Canal Zone Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Panama-Canal-Zone.d6222968.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Panama Canal Zone ## Travel Guide ![Bridge of the Americas (Puente de las Americas). Once known as Thatcher Ferry Bridge, near an industrial shipping zone in Panama close to the the Panama Canal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222968/aede24d1-6c8c-4c32-bb99-a45f034916ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bridge of the Americas (Puente de las Americas). Once known as Thatcher Ferry Bridge, near an industrial shipping zone in Panama close to the the Panama Canal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222968/aede24d1-6c8c-4c32-bb99-a45f034916ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_2b27d970-4c67-4772-a9ee-b3a72c8e1c72_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222968/39ce6d2b-8d2b-450a-ae23-c66141215f6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_ed5aeea4-96cd-42e7-815a-86e4f7036173_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222968/79d7353a-fd97-4572-8275-2bc082528946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_BU000512](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222968/089e46e9-cc78-4d6b-b43a-af08a95dd797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Panama Canal Zone Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6222968) ### Where to stay in Panama Canal Zone ![The buses of Panama.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2897/ff40b725-fbdf-4c2e-9a0d-e4ca6c9f3a2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Flag of Cerro Ancón and Bridge of the Americas, a few notable attractions nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Panama-City-Balboa.dx6323179) ![Beautiful aerial view of the Beautiful aerial view of the Panama Channel on the Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829297886230487040/f369fa93-5766-4cf5-866c-bfa1cf04f904.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.com/Colon-Barrio-Sur.dx829297886230487040) ![#Panama #Canal Gatun locks Por volta das 6 da manhã já tínhamos passado o quebra-mar que antecede as Gatun locks. Depois da passagem de alguns navios foi a nossa vez de sermos elevados 26 metros em 3 etapas até ao Gatun Lake. Atravessamos o lago, o Culebra Cut (Canal aberto nas rochas e em forma de cobra com 12,6 Km de comprimento), a Centenial Bridge e chegamos a Pedro Miguel Locks, que tem apenas uma câmera. Aqui descemos 9 metros para o Miraflores Lake. Lago pequeno e logo chegamos às Miraflores Locks. São compostas de 2 câmeras que nos descem até ao nível do Pacífico. Estes locks têm as gates mais altas devido às diferenças entre as marés do Pacífico. Atravessados estes locks chegamos ao Pacífico. Passamos ainda por baixo da ponte das Américas, que é parte da rodovia Pan-americana, que liga o sul da América do sul com o Alasca na América do norte. A travessia toda durou em torno de 9 horas. Durante a travessia os navios são auxiliados por pares de locomotivas. Dependendo do tamanho do navio, podem ser usadas até 8 locomotivas. A água que enche as câmeras, vem do Gatun Lake e são usados 197 milhões de litros de água para cada travessia. Por isso é de suma importância a conservação da floresta tropical em torno do lago. As dimensões máximas permitidas para os navios é 32,31 m de largura, 294,13 m de comprimento e 12,04 m de calado. Gatun locks By 6am we had already passed the breakwater that precedes the Gatun locks. After the passage of some ships it was our turn to be lifted 26 meters in 3 steps to Gatun Lake. We cross the lake, the Culebra Cut](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024083/8bf71600-226a-4a20-b277-bfebc4783659.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.com/Colon-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) ### Coco Solo If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Coco-Solo.dx553248635974899440) ![Barcelona Christopher Columbus monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829297880595460096/89637f4a-c300-40a8-906c-431bcafa7516.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.com/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.com/Colon-Gatun.dx6025905) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Panama-Canal-Zone.dx6222968.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Panama Canal Zone Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Panama Canal Zone ![Marriott Panama Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6099300/6099287/b61be540_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Panama Hotel Roosevelt Ave., Allbrook Mall Panama City Panama $167 total per night Mar 15 - Mar 16 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! (1,005 reviews) The room was a nice size, clean, had proper bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. There were always guys by the front near ready and willing to answer questions and help you out. Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=6099287&PinnedHotelID=6099287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6222968) ![Radisson Hotel Panama Canal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/809200/809149/fe3d7092_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Hotel Panama Canal Amador Avenue & Van Hook Street Panama City Panama $91 total per night Mar 28 - Mar 29 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) Me gustó la limpieza Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026&selected=809149&PinnedHotelID=809149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6222968) ![Mahogany Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118410000/118402400/118402387/179ad971_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mahogany Suites El Tucan Street Rousseau Panamá $129 total per night Mar 10 - Mar 11 Book a stay at this golf hotel in Arraijan. Enjoy free WiFi, a golf course, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Amador Causeway ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews) Room was clean. Staff was courteous. Bed was too firm for me. Money was worth the stay. I'll be going back. 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(7 reviews) Me encantó muy organizado, muy limpio, las personas que trabajan en este hotel son muy amables volvería sin duda muchas gracias Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Panama-City-Hotels-La-Palma-Aparta-Suite.h122140766.Hotel-Information) ![Tropical House with Historic Charm, WiFi, Private Bathrooms and Workspaces](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108600000/108599500/108599433/9409bd97_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (5 reviews) Clean and very functional for business travel. Overall a good experience Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Panama-City-Hotels-Tropical-House-With-Historic-Charm.h108599433.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury Beachfront Condo in Playa Bonita, Panama City's best accommodation option](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24280000/24274400/24274341/6ee7c11d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews) Beautiful unit, setting, and view! Spacious and comfortable, and we loved the rooftop pool and beach access! Not hard to get into the city. The rooftop hot tub wasn’t working, but with the hot weather we didn’t miss it too much. Ana Cecilia and Remy were kind and responsive. 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[](https://expedia.com/Albrook-Shopping-Mall-Panama-City.d6159851.Vacation-Attraction) #### Colon Free Zone During your trip to Colon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Colon Free Zone. [](https://expedia.com/Colon-Free-Zone-Barrio-Sur.d6078503.Vacation-Attraction) #### Miraflores Locks Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the shops and casinos in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Miraflores-Locks-Panama-City.d6078505.Vacation-Attraction) #### Colon 2000 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.com/Colon-2000-Barrio-Sur.d6286212.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Panama Canal Zone ![default](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2897/9a0fe9cb-10b8-4a85-b416-4677f1455ea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Panama City ![Protected nature surrounding Gatun Lake, a freshwater artificial lake to the south of Colón, Panama. It forms a major part of the Panama Canal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/0f4b2986-19e2-41b5-93da-ec0bc70c4cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colon ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025059/97ff43ac-1acd-430b-9f47-7dcfb6cb44b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gamboa ![Taboga Island Aerial View. Tropical island located in the Pacific near Panama City,Panama.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053186/612de4d6-e042-4bcb-99db-1fe6a4029a4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Playa Bonita Village - Cities near Panama Canal Zone - Places of interest [Panama City](https://expedia.com/Panama-City.dx2897)[Colon](https://expedia.com/Colon.dx601867)[Gamboa](https://expedia.com/Gamboa.dx6025059)[Playa Bonita Village](https://expedia.com/Playa-Bonita-Village.dx6053186)[Paraiso](https://expedia.com/Paraiso.dx6127042)[Fort Sherman](https://expedia.com/Fort-Sherman.dx6223313)[Veracruz](https://expedia.com/Veracruz.dx6360124)[Sabanitas](https://expedia.com/Sabanitas.dx3000437347)[Cativa](https://expedia.com/Cativa.dx553248623142874455)[Rousseau](https://expedia.com/Rousseau.dx553248623282272650)[Santa Clara](https://expedia.com/Santa-Clara.dx553248623287315690)[Ancon](https://expedia.com/Ancon.dx553248635921431980)[Arraijan](https://expedia.com/Arraijan.dx553248635974515960)[Nueva Providencia](https://expedia.com/Nueva-Providencia.dx829297903427137536)[Limón](https://expedia.com/Limon.dx829297944220938240)[Buena Vista](https://expedia.com/Buena-Vista.dx829297953834291200) - [Albrook Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.com/Albrook-Shopping-Mall-Panama-City.d6159851.Vacation-Attraction) - [Colon Free Zone ](https://expedia.com/Colon-Free-Zone-Barrio-Sur.d6078503.Vacation-Attraction) - [Veracruz Beach ](https://expedia.com/Veracruz-Beach-Panama-Oeste-Province.d553248621562725884.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miraflores Locks ](https://expedia.com/Miraflores-Locks-Panama-City.d6078505.Vacation-Attraction) - [Colon 2000 ](https://expedia.com/Colon-2000-Barrio-Sur.d6286212.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gamboa Rainforest Resort ](https://expedia.com/Gamboa-Rainforest-Resort-Colon.d6078513.Vacation-Attraction) - [Amador Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/Amador-Convention-Center-Amador.d553248635976809818.Vacation-Attraction) - [Panama Canal Railway ](https://expedia.com/Panama-Canal-Railway-Panama-City.d553248621532619522.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bridge of the Americas ](https://expedia.com/Bridge-Of-The-Americas-Arraijan.d6078487.Vacation-Attraction) - [Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo ](https://expedia.com/Summit-Botanical-Gardens-Zoo-Panama-City.d553248621532964841.Vacation-Attraction) - [Canopy Tower ](https://expedia.com/Canopy-Tower-Panama-City.d553248621532964845.Vacation-Attraction) - [Maracana Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Maracana-Stadium-El-Chorrillo.d553248621562725885.Vacation-Attraction) - [Flag of Cerro Ancón ](https://expedia.com/Flag-Of-Cerro-Ancon-Panama-City.d553248635961262844.Vacation-Attraction) - [Centenario Bridge ](https://expedia.com/Centenario-Bridge-Panama-City.d6078507.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ancon Hill ](https://expedia.com/Ancon-Hill-Panama-City.d6286129.Vacation-Attraction) - [Limon Bay ](https://expedia.com/Limon-Bay-Colon.d6035251.Vacation-Attraction) - [Marine Exhibition Center Smithsonian Institute Panama ](https://expedia.com/Marine-Exhibition-Center-Smithsonian-Institute-Panama-Amador.d6159871.Vacation-Attraction) - [Galeta Island Marine Education Center ](https://expedia.com/Galeta-Island-Marine-Education-Center-Colon.d6253111.Vacation-Attraction) - [Culebra Cut ](https://expedia.com/Culebra-Cut-Santa-Clara.d6078511.Vacation-Attraction) - [Canal Expansion Observation Center ](https://expedia.com/Canal-Expansion-Observation-Center-Colon.d553248621532964855.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gatun Locks ](https://expedia.com/Gatun-Locks-Colon.d6078509.Vacation-Attraction) - [Corozal American Cemetery and Memorial ](https://expedia.com/Corozal-American-Cemetery-And-Memorial-Panama-City.d553248621562725891.Vacation-Attraction) - [Monument to Christopher Columbus ](https://expedia.com/Monument-To-Christopher-Columbus-Barrio-Norte.d6286215.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pedro Miguel Locks ](https://expedia.com/Pedro-Miguel-Locks-Panama-City.d553248621532964842.Vacation-Attraction) - [Panama Audubon Society ](https://expedia.com/Panama-Audubon-Society-Panama-City.d553248621532963265.Vacation-Attraction) - [Juventud Park ](https://expedia.com/Juventud-Park-Barrio-Norte.d653900748409483264.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gatún Dam ](https://expedia.com/Gatun-Dam-Colon.d553248621532964854.Vacation-Attraction) - [November 5 Park ](https://expedia.com/November-5-Park-Barrio-Norte.d653899925844733952.Vacation-Attraction)