Beginning of main content

Top things to do in Panama City

See all 16 things to do in Panama City

#1Footloose Catamaran Snorkeling & Dolphin Sightseeing Sail

Visitors from across the Southeast come to experience a fun snorkeling experience that Panama City Beach has to offer. Whether this is your first time to Pan...

recommend94% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$50
per adult
Footloose Catamaran Snorkeling & Dolphin Sightseeing Sail

#2Dolphin Royal Swim

Swimming with dolphins is the perfect activity for a visit to Florida, and Dolphin Discovery Gulf World is the ideal place to make this dream a reality. Trea...

recommend96% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$203
per adult
Dolphin Royal Swim

#3Adventure Tour on the "Privateer" Catamaran

Hop aboard the 78 passenger Privateer Catamaran and skirt around the coast to an island in the sun where you can have a blast playing on a variety of inflata...

recommend94% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$64
per adult
Adventure Tour on the "Privateer" Catamaran

#4Dolphin Encounter

Enter Dolphin Discovery at Gulf World Panama City Beach and explore the beauty of marine life with the whole family. Experience a dolphin encounter and live ...

recommend74% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$139
per adult
Dolphin Encounter

#5Panama City Inshore Fishing Expedition

Hop aboard a first-class boat to explore some of the incredible fishing spots on Florida's Panhandle. With a local expert as your guide, try your luck at ree...

recommend50% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$150
per traveler
Panama City Inshore Fishing Expedition

#6Sunset Sail on the "Footloose" Catamaran

If you are looking to unwind before dinner or a night out on the town, take a romantic sunset sail on the 38 Passenger Footloose Catamaran! This 2-hour sail ...

recommend90% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$35
per adult
Sunset Sail on the "Footloose" Catamaran

#7Dolphin Meet N Greet

A dolphin meet-and-greet is a must-do during any trip to Florida, and Gulf World Marine Park is the perfect place to enjoy this joyful encounter. Treat the w...

recommend88% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$74
per adult
Dolphin Meet N Greet

#8Dolphin Swim Adventure

Enhance your time in Panama City Beach with a dolphin swimming experience that's a real dream come true. Dolphin Discovery Gulf World offers a special opport...

recommend86% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$171
per adult
Dolphin Swim Adventure

#9Cold Spring Eco-Adventure

Florida cold springs were once considered the Fountain of Youth, this spring offers you the opportunity to explore a unique ecosystem. Take to the water aboa...

recommend90% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$100
per adult
Cold Spring Eco-Adventure

#10Sunset Sail on the "Privateer" Catamaran

If you are looking to unwind before dinner or a night out on the town, take a romantic sunset sail on the 65 Passenger Privateer with Paradise Adventures! Th...

recommend88% of travelers recommend

Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

$35
per adult
Sunset Sail on the "Privateer" Catamaran

Top things to do by category

Adventures (1) Attractions (1) Cruises & Water Tours (5) Family friendly (11) Likely to sell out (2) Tours & sightseeing (2) Water activities (8)

Things To Do in Panama City Florida

Trip Type
Flight 1
Flight 2
Flight 3
Flight 4
Flight 5

Explore thousands of activities with free cancellation and no added fees

Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more.

Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel.

Things To Do in Panama City

Panama is a 360 degree destination. Aquamarine water laps at the shore beneath your feet. Cloud forests envelop the mountains towering above your head. Travelers head out on horseback riding adventures on all sides, and rivers, and lagoons dot every available bit of landscape. When it comes to things to do in Panama, the options literally surround you.

The best Panama excursions conjure a certain remote charm, and you’ll find this undiscovered atmosphere in nearly every tourist area. Bocas del Toro is by far the most bustling, but the Panama activities in this region focus on the serene natural wonders. Explore the diving and snorkeling spots here, and then head to Bastimentos Island for a surfing adventure. When you're looking for must see places on the Panama map, these are the areas you simply can’t miss.

If you’re yearning for a more urban getaway, however, make a beeline for the local attractions in Panama City. Home to the internationally famous Panama Canal, this Central American metropolis offers an array of top sightseeing opportunities. Stroll the streets of the historic Casco Viejo district, explore the ruins of the Panama Viejo, or climb to the top of Miraflores for a stunning view. City-loving travelers will also fall in love with the charming village of El Valle de Anton and the spa-studded central Cocle, but adventure seekers may want to head straight for Boquete; this cloud-forested city is situated just outside the Volcan Baru and Quetzal Trail, and it’s one of the best spots to witness the unspoiled landscape. Book one of the Panama tours through the area for the full experience. You won’t want to miss a bit of the area’s beauty.