For those based in Panama City, the Miraflores Locks Visitor Center<\/strong> offers the most convenient opportunity to witness the canal in action. It features several levels of viewing platforms, providing excellent vantage points as massive ships navigate the locks. The center also houses a comprehensive museum detailing the canal’s construction and operation, complemented by a short 3D film that brings its history to life. To ensure you see the ships passing through, we advise checking the canal transit schedule online before your visit to time your arrival accordingly.<\/p>\n Situated near Col\u00f3n, the Agua Clara Visitor Center<\/strong> provides a perspective on the canal’s modern expansion, overlooking the larger Neopanamax locks built for today’s colossal container ships. The facility includes a projection room, a restaurant with panoramic views, and a nearby hiking trail. This is an excellent stop for travelers en route to Portobelo or other destinations on Panama’s Caribbean coast.<\/p>\n Pour saisir v\u00e9ritablement l'immense \u00e9chelle et l'ing\u00e9nierie brillante du canal, il n'y a pas de substitut \u00e0 l'exp\u00e9rience d'un transit vous-m\u00eame. Vous avez deux options principales :<\/p>\n A designated UNESCO World Heritage site, Vieux Casco<\/strong> is the city’s historic heart, where beautifully restored Spanish colonial buildings line narrow, inviting streets. Key sights to visit include the Plaza de la Independencia<\/strong>, the grand Cath\u00e9drale m\u00e9tropolitaine<\/strong>et le Place de France<\/strong> with its seaside promenade. The district is also celebrated for its sophisticated rooftop bars offering stunning skyline views, as well as its boutique hotels and artisan shops. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, as the charming streets are paved with cobblestones.<\/p>\n Explore the original site of Panama City, founded in 1519 and later destroyed by pirates in 1671. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, Panam\u00e1 Viejo<\/strong> offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s origins. The archaeological site includes a visitor center and a climbable cathedral bell tower, which rewards you with panoramic views of the ruins against the backdrop of the modern city.<\/p>\n For recreation and exceptional views, two areas stand out. The C\u00f4te d'Amour<\/strong> is a well-maintained waterfront green space that connects the modern financial district with Casco Viejo, popular with locals and visitors alike. Further on, the Amador Causeway<\/strong> is a road that links the mainland to four small islands at the Pacific entrance to the canal. It provides incredible views of the city skyline and the Bridge of the Americas, and is a favored spot for bicycle rentals and waterfront restaurants.<\/p>\n The San Blas (\u00celes)<\/a><\/strong> are part of an autonomous territory managed by the indigenous Guna people, presenting a truly unique cultural and natural experience. This Caribbean archipelago consists of over 365 pristine, white-sand islands and cays. Activities here are centered on the natural environment: snorkeling in clear turquoise waters, visiting traditional Guna communities, and simply relaxing in a hammock. It is important to understand that accommodation is rustic, often in thatched huts, as this is an off-the-grid experience focused on profound natural beauty, not conventional luxury.<\/p>\n A vibrant chain of islands on the Caribbean coast, Bocas del Toro<\/a><\/strong> is known for its laid-back, bohemian atmosphere. It attracts a diverse crowd of travelers drawn to its lush scenery and active lifestyle. Noteworthy destinations within the archipelago include Starfish Beach, Red Frog Beach, and the protected Zapatilla Cays. Popular activities range from surfing and scuba diving to enjoying the local nightlife and spotting wildlife such as sloths, dolphins, and monkeys.<\/p>\n Situ\u00e9es sur le versant Pacifique, les \u00eeles Perles forment un archipel facilement accessible par une courte travers\u00e9e en ferry depuis Panama City. Les \u00eeles sont r\u00e9put\u00e9es pour la p\u00eache au gros de classe mondiale et constituent une destination de choix pour l'observation saisonni\u00e8re des baleines \u00e0 bosse de juillet \u00e0 octobre. En g\u00e9n\u00e9ral, cette destination offre une infrastructure plus d\u00e9velopp\u00e9e et des options d'h\u00e9bergement haut de gamme par rapport \u00e0 la simplicit\u00e9 rustique des \u00eeles San Blas.<\/p>\n Nestled in the cool, verdant highlands, Boquete<\/a><\/strong> is Panama’s premier eco-adventure destination. The region’s volcanic soil and climate are ideal for growing some of the world’s most expensive and sought-after coffee, and a tour of a Geisha coffee plantation is a highlight. For nature enthusiasts, hiking the famous Quetzal Trail in Bar\u00fa Volcano National Park offers the chance to spot the elusive and spectacular Resplendent Quetzal. The area also provides adrenaline-fueled activities, including ziplining through the cloud forest canopy and whitewater rafting on the Chiriqu\u00ed Viejo River.<\/p>\n For the truly adventurous, the hike to the summit of Volc\u00e1n Bar\u00fa, Panama’s highest point at 3,475 meters (11,401 ft), is an unforgettable challenge. The trek is typically done overnight to reach the peak in time for sunrise. On a clear morning, the reward is a rare and breathtaking view of both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea simultaneously. Please be aware that this is a strenuous, high-altitude trek that demands good physical condition and must be undertaken with a certified guide.<\/p>\n Remarkably accessible, the lush ecosystems of the For\u00eat tropicale de Gamboa<\/strong> et Parc national de Soberan\u00eda<\/strong> are located just 45 minutes from Panama City. Here, you can take a boat tour on Gatun Lake to see various species of monkeys on the aptly named “Monkey Island.” The area is also a birder’s paradise, home to the world-renowned Route des pipelines<\/strong>, where hundreds of bird species have been recorded. For a different perspective, the Gamboa Rainforest Resort’s aerial tram offers a peaceful ride over the dense jungle canopy.<\/p>\n A UNESCO World Heritage site, Parc national de Coiba<\/a><\/strong> was once a penal colony, a history that left its extraordinary biodiversity largely untouched by development. It is now considered one of the world’s top diving and snorkeling destinations due to the richness of the Coiba Marine Corridor. Its waters are a sanctuary for humpback whales, whale sharks, sea turtles, and massive schools of fish. Access to this remote park is typically arranged via multi-day liveaboard trips or specialized tours departing from the coastal town of Sainte-Catherine<\/a>.<\/p>\n Experience a fascinating cultural exchange by visiting a traditional Ember\u00e1 community. The journey itself is part of the experience, involving a trip in a dugout canoe up the scenic Chagres River. Once there, you will have the opportunity to learn directly from community members about their culture, ancient traditions, and their deep, symbiotic relationship with the rainforest. To ensure your visit is respectful and provides genuine benefit to the community, we advise booking this excursion exclusively through a reputable tour operator.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" D\u00e9couvrez les points forts du Panama, du canal de Panama aux for\u00eats tropicales luxuriantes et \u00e0 la culture vibrante.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":45529,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Best Things to do in Panama","_seopress_titles_desc":"Explore Panama's highlights from the Panama Canal to lush rainforests and vibrant culture.","_seopress_robots_index":""},"tags":[21,561],"article-type":[24791],"collection":[],"continent":[24764],"country":[20],"class_list":["post-45016","travel-guide","type-travel-guide","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-inspirationnal","tag-panama","article-type-inspirational","continent-central-america","country-panama"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/travel-guide\/45016","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/travel-guide"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/travel-guide"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/45529"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45016"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45016"},{"taxonomy":"article-type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article-type?post=45016"},{"taxonomy":"collection","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/collection?post=45016"},{"taxonomy":"continent","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/continent?post=45016"},{"taxonomy":"country","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/country?post=45016"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Centre d'accueil Agua Clara (c\u00f4t\u00e9 Atlantique)<\/h3>\n
Faites l'exp\u00e9rience d'un transit par canal<\/h3>\n
\n
Panama City : Une histoire de deux villes<\/h2>\n
Explorez Casco Viejo (le Vieux Quartier)<\/h3>\n
Visit the Ruins of Panam\u00e1 Viejo<\/h3>\n
Promenez-vous, faites du v\u00e9lo ou courez sur la Cinta Costera et la chauss\u00e9e d'Amador<\/h3>\n
\u00celes et plages immacul\u00e9es<\/h2>\n
\u00celes San Blas (Guna Yala)<\/h3>\n
Archipel de Bocas del Toro<\/h3>\n
Les \u00celes Perles (Las Perlas)<\/h3>\n
Highland Adventures in Chiriqu\u00ed<\/h2>\n
Boquete : Caf\u00e9, Fleurs et For\u00eats Nuageuses<\/h3>\n
Hike to the Summit of Volc\u00e1n Bar\u00fa<\/h3>\n
For\u00eats tropicales et rencontres avec la faune<\/h2>\n
Gamboa Rainforest & Soberan\u00eda National Park<\/h3>\n
Parc national de Coiba<\/h3>\n
Visit an Ember\u00e1 Indigenous Village<\/h3>\n