The museum was wonderfully laid out with enthusiastic staff in each section. They were keen to impart their knowledge about the biodiversity of Panama (in English and Spanish). Gardens around had local flora and fauna. We had an excellent trip.

The bio museo located with amazing views of the sea is a must for people who enjoy architecture. Designed by famous architect Frank Gehry it is just beautiful, set in-front of the sea and with a surrounding park with lots of plants. The exhibition itself starts with an amazing video that is shown in several connected enormous screens on the roof, sides and floor showing the Panamanian biodiversity. Then there are exhibitions which show the natural history of the country which might be focused more for kids than adults, since it is a very light curation of information with little scientific rigor. Still, just for the building it is worth a visit!

Highly recommend notwithstanding the fact that some of the exhibits are still under development. Multilingual guides (all young) are posted in each room and greet you as you walk in, then launch into an explanation of what you are seeing. Their preparation is very good. It's a great way to learn how the isthmus was created and the role it has played the ecosystem of both North and South American and both oceans. There's a nice coffee shop with outdoor and indoor seating. We didn't expect the grounds to be an additional treat and found it to be an excellent site for bird-watching.