Balboa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

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.

Multiplaza Pacific Mall
Cinta Costera

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.

Cinta Costera
Avenida Balboa

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.

Avenida Balboa
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

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.

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Panama

Miraflores Locks

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the shops and casinos in this vibrant area.

Miraflores Locks
Calle 50

Calle 50

You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos or seek out its local tours.

Calle 50

Activities

Day Tour

Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands

NZ$261
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands
Slingshot Tour Panama

Slingshot Tour Panama

NZ$197
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Slingshot Tour Panama
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience

Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience

NZ$188
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour

NZ$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Panama: Visit an Indian village Embera and waterfall with lunch

Panama: Visit an Indian village Embera and waterfall with lunch

NZ$103
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Panama: Visit an Indian village Embera and waterfall with lunch
Panamá Barcrawl - Old Town Casco Viejo

The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl

NZ$88
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl
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Our pick of the best Balboa Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
5 out of 5
Calle 50, Urb. Marbella, Panama City, Panama
The price is NZ$232 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,846 reviews)
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz, Corregimineto De Tocumen Hacia El, Tocumen, Panama
The price is NZ$228 per night from 3 May to 4 May
NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,102 reviews)
"Close to airport, good stay between flights, friendly and enough efficient staff."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
KM 7, Road to Veracruz, Veracruz, Panama
The price is NZ$423 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$423
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Veracruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I thought the customer service was great with all staff, and rooms were clean. Disappointed with the limited food option and the early closing hours of the pools and preferred lounge."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Dreams Playa Bonita Panama - All Inclusive
Riande Urban Hotel
Riande Urban Hotel
3.5 out of 5
El Cangrejo; Calle Eusebio A, Morales, Panama City, Panama
The price is NZ$122 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (961 reviews)
"Room was clean and guest were excellent. And the guest service was exceptional"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Riande Urban Hotel
JW Marriott Panama
JW Marriott Panama
5 out of 5
Calle Punta Colon, Punta Pacifica, Panama City, Panama
The price is NZ$272 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything about it was spectacular. Food was wonderful. Casino next door. Pool is fun. And the staff are pleasant."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

JW Marriott Panama
The Westin Playa Bonita Panama
The Westin Playa Bonita Panama
5 out of 5
Km 6 Road to Veracruz, Veracruz, Panama
The price is NZ$302 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved our time staying at this beautiful resort. Everyone was so nice and welcoming. The service was fantastic. Beautiful and close to everything. I would recommend it to anyone!"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

The Westin Playa Bonita Panama
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Other neighbourhoods around Balboa

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El Chorrillo

While El Chorrillo isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Chorrillo
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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.

Santa Ana
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Casco Viejo

5/5(2 area reviews)

Unique features of Casco Viejo include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama or Interoceanic Canal Museum while you're exploring the area.

Casco Viejo
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San Felipe

While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and Interoceanic Canal Museum.

San Felipe
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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.

Calidonia
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Amador

Travellers come to Amador for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Amador Causeway and Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina while you're in town.

Amador

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