Things to Do in Panama
17 curated spots from Panama itineraries
Activities & Attractions
6 curated experiences
Frank Brown Park
Relax in this urban-green space with bay views, short paths, and industrial pier structures.
1h 30m · Free
Harpoon Harry's
Cozy dive bar with live music, pool table; private corner seating.
1h 30m · $12-18 per person
Panama City Beach
Stroll powdery white sands, swim in calm Gulf waters, relax on towels; 10-min walk from hotel.
2h · Free
Pier Park
Walk this outdoor mall with industrial-style shops, street murals (art element), and benches; photo ops.
1h 30m · Free
Pineapple Willy's Patio Bar
Enjoy live acoustic music from secluded tables; craft beers and ocean views.
1h 30m · $10-15 per person
ZooWorld
View animals in creative enclosures with art-like sculptures; quiet paths.
2h · $20/personRestaurants & Food
11 local favorites
Back Porch Seafood
Fresh shrimp boil or blackened grouper; rustic wooden interior.
1h 10m · $16-24 per person
Firefly
Go for crab cakes or grilled snapper; intimate bistro vibe with dim lighting.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Mi Ranchito
Open-air, palm-fringed restaurant right on the water; order the corvina a la plancha (grilled sea bass) or the seafood casserole for a very local, coastal taste.
1h 15m · $18-30 per person
National Hotel Restaurant
Budget-friendly breakfast buffet with tropical juices, fresh fruit, eggs, and Panamanian pastries. Cash-friendly and popular with locals.
45m · $8-12 per person
Papa Joe's Oyster Bar
Oysters on half-shell or po'boy; nautical-industrial decor.
1h · $14-22 per person
Runaway Island
Order beach pancakes or shrimp & grits; casual harbor-view spot with indoor-out seating.
1h · $12-20 per person
Schlotzsky's
Order original sandwich or salad; casual counter-service with shaded patio.
50m · $10-16 per person
Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant
Try fresh fish tacos or oyster po'boy; lively but has quiet deck tables.
1h · $15-22 per person
Thomas Donut Shop
Grab fresh donuts and coffee; quick, no-frills local favorite.
45m · $8-12 per person
Tomillo Panama
Garden-style, semi-open restaurant with lush greenery and a tropical-chic feel; try the octopus or pork dishes and share a couple of inventive cocktails.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Waffle House
Classic waffles all-star or hashbrown bowl; 24/7 diner with vinyl booths.
50m · $9-14 per person