Popular places to visit
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Cinta Costera
Explore the great outdoors at Cinta Costera, a lovely green space in Panama City. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Avenida Balboa
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Miraflores Locks
Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.
Uruguay Street
During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Panama City: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise to Taboga Island
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Top hotels in Balboa
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
I’ve stayed at many RIU hotels around the world, and unfortunately this location fell short of the standard I’ve come to expect. Service was inconsistent. There were no washcloths available for two guests, and when we requested them, we were told the wait time would be several hours. While I understand ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Close to airport with free shuttle. Decent pool. Zero soundproofing and housekeeping worked through the night so you will need plugs if a light sleeper.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Las Americas Golden Tower Panama
Going location, great city views
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Marriott Panama Hotel
Staff is the best ,roof top pool the view so much to mention plus the location is prime to everything to make your stay comfortable.. i visit here at least 7 to 9 times per year ..
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Waldorf Astoria Panama
Everything was perfect. Hotel staff was attentive, great amenities, and centrally located.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Megapolis Hotel Panamá
water is provided every day. pool is very big. mall right across from the hotel.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa
El Chorrillo
While El Chorrillo isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Flag of Cerro Ancón are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santa Ana
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Santa Ana. You might want to make time for a stop at Cinta Costera or Avenida Balboa.
Casco Viejo
Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Interoceanic Canal Museum or National Theater while you're exploring the area.
San Felipe
While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Interoceanic Canal Museum and National Theater.
Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to explore sights like Cinta Costera.
Amador
Travellers come to Amador for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Amador Causeway and Panama Cruise Terminal while you're in town.
