Things to Do in Ancón, Panama

There are 13 attractions in Ancón, Panama. Panama Canal, strategic shipping canal connecting atlantic and pacific oceans, is the most popular.

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Panama Canal

Strategic shipping canal connecting Atlantic and Pacific oceans

Panamá Viejo

Ruins of Panama's original colonial-era port city

Archaeological Site

Taboga Island

Small Pacific island near Panama City, sandy beaches

Soberanía National Park

Soberanía National Park

Panama Canal watershed forest with rich wildlife

Gatun Lake

Artificial Panama lake forming part of Panama Canal

Casco Viejo

Colonial-era old quarter of Panama City, UNESCO area

Section of Populated Place

Isla Barro Colorado

Isla Barro Colorado

Tropical island hosting renowned tropical research station

Chagres National Park

Chagres National Park

Tropical rainforest park protecting Panama Canal watershed

Culebra Cut

Artificial canal excavation forming Panama Canal's narrowest section

Lake Alajuela

Reservoir feeding Panama Canal and regional water supply

Biomuseo

Panama City museum on biodiversity, designed by Gehry

Metropolitan Natural Park

Metropolitan Natural Park

Urban rainforest park overlooking Panama City and biodiversity

Miraflores Locks Visitors Center

Miraflores Locks Visitors Center

Panama Canal visitor center with lock viewing platforms