Places to visit in Panama
Panama is compact enough to combine the capital, the canal, the highlands and an island or two in a single trip. Most holidays start in Panama City and fan out from there. Here’s where we recommend spending your time.
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Bocas del Toro Islands
Bocas del Toro, Panama pairs warm turquoise waters, jungle-cloaked islands and a laid-back Caribbean atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the country. Near the Costa Rican border, this idyllic archipelago is known for its pristine beaches, protected marine environments and relaxed pace of life, making Bocas del Toro holidays a perennial favourite.
Boquete holidays showcase Panama’s scenic highlands, where cooler temperatures, rolling hills and lush coffee plantations offer a refreshing contrast to the tropical coast. Centred on the charming town of Boquete, the Chiriquí Highlands combine beautiful mountain scenery, fresh air and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to slow the pace of your Panama holiday.
Pacific Coast of Panama
Palm beaches, forested islands and warm, wildlife-rich waters set the scene for Pacific Coast of Panama holidays. The coast runs from Chiriquí’s shoreline around Boca Chica to the scattered Pearl Islands off Panama City. Much of it still feels wild and largely untouched by tourism.
Panama City
Few capitals let you watch a container ship squeeze through a century-old canal lock in the morning and be birdwatching in dripping rainforest by lunch. Panama City and the Panama Canal region do exactly that, and the history behind both runs deeper than the postcard version suggests.
Panama’s Caribbean coast is a world away from the capital, with forest-cloaked shores, rich history and vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture. At its heart, Portobelo, Panama pairs secluded beaches and lush jungle scenery with a fascinating past as one of the Americas’ busiest colonial ports, making it a highlight of any visit to the region.