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From its famous canal to its rich history and culture, Panama City is an ideal place to visit for families traveling in Central America.
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Ancient Ruins
You can't visit Panama City without visiting the Panama Canal! This historic sight and engineering wonder will fascinate visitors of all ages, and there are a wide range of tour options (at a variety of price points) available. Pick one that includes a trip through the locks for an awe-inspiring first-person view.
An interesting way to explore the Panama Canal is to check out the Miraflores Visitors Center, located just outside Panama City. Here you'll find a large, four-floor interactive museum with a viewing platform on the top floor.
Casco Viejo is the historic section of Panama City. Take a wander through this carefully restored area to appreciate the beauty of the colonial architecture. You will find plenty of quaint little shops, restaurants, and cafes along the way.
The Metropolitan Cathedral is located on the Plaza Catedral in Casco Viejo and is a beautiful example of Panama’s colonial architecture.
Panama Interoceanic Canal Museum tells the story of the construction of the Panama Canal through a series of colorful displays that both adults and kids will enjoy. You'll find the museum in a historic building-turned-museum very near the grand Plaza de la Independencia.
The six-kilometer Amador Causeway links four small islands at the entrance to the Panama Canal. The strip is always bustling with pedestrians and bikers, and shops and restaurants provide plenty of places to stop along the way. Kids will love exploring this area by bike or on foo.
The Bridge of the Americas was built in 1962 along the Pan-American Highway. It effectively connects North and South America, where the Canal cut the continent in half. Take a moment to appreciate the historic importance of this impressive structure.
Avenida Balboa is the biggest and most luxurious development in downtown Panama City. Here, you'll find plenty of real estate to admire, as well as a wealth of shops and restaurants.
This important archeological site is what remains of the original Panama city, which was founded in 1519 by Pedro Arias Dávila. Panama La Vieja is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and makes for a nice outing for the whole family.
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