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Panama City

Panama City is the capital and largest city in Panama. It is located at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal, in the province of Panama. The city has a population of 880,691, making it the largest city in Central America. The city is the political, cultural, and economic center of the country, and is home to a wide variety of attractions.

The city is located in a tropical rainforest climate, with temperatures ranging from the low 70s to the mid-90s. Panama City is an important port city, with the Panama Canal providing access to the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. The city is also an important financial center, with many international banks and financial institutions located in the city.

The city has a rich history, dating back to the Spanish conquest of the area in the 16th century. During the 19th century, Panama City was a major hub of international trade and commerce, and was the site of a major battle during the Spanish-American War. During the 20th century, the city was the site of a US military base, and later, a major US-backed canal project.

Today, Panama City is a vibrant and modern city, with a variety of attractions and activities. The city is home to a number of museums and galleries, as well as a vibrant nightlife. The city is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, and is a popular destination for tourists. Panama City is also home to a number of international events, such as the Panama Jazz Festival, the International Film Festival, and the Panama Carnaval.

Excursion tips for a day in Panama City

As a tourist in Panama City, there are plenty of exciting activities to enjoy. Here is a list of some of the best things to do in Panama City on a single day:

1. Visit the Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal – Witness the historic engineering feat of the Panama Canal at the Miraflores Locks.

2. Take a tour of the Panama Canal – Learn about the history and engineering of the Panama Canal on a guided tour.

3. Explore Casco Viejo – Take a stroll through the old city and admire its colonial architecture.

4. Visit the Biomuseo – Learn about the biodiversity of Panama at the interactive Biomuseo.

5. Enjoy the nightlife – Experience the vibrant nightlife of Panama City with its many bars and clubs.

6. Shop at the Albrook Mall – Explore the largest mall in Central America, with over 500 stores.

7. Go on a city tour – Take a guided tour of the city and its many attractions.

8. Visit the Metropolitan Park – Take a walk in the lush green park and admire its tropical wildlife.

9. Go to the Amador Causeway – Enjoy the beautiful views of the Panama City skyline from this waterfront promenade.

10. Take a boat tour – Go on a boat tour of the Panama Canal and the surrounding islands.

Experience Panama City with unforgettable activities by our partner GetYourGuide. The offer is also ideal as a special gift idea for family and friends who are planning to visit Panama City. Cancellations are possible up to 24h before the start of the activity (unless otherwise stated in the activity description), with a full refund of the booking price.

The climate in Panama City

Panama City experiences a tropical climate throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-90s. The rainy season runs from May to December, with the heaviest rainfall in October and November. The dry season is from January to April, when temperatures are slightly cooler and humidity is lower. During this time, the city is often sunny and pleasant. The city also experiences high winds from December to March, as well as occasional tropical storms and hurricanes.

Cruise weather for Panama City

Our weather forecast for Panama City helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.

Date Icon Temperature Wind speed/gusts Cloudiness/Visibility Air humidity/pressure Sunrise/Sunset
Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 max: 30.0 °C
min: 22.2 °C
7.9 m/s
11.9 m/s
19.7 %
23.9 m
84.3 %
1,010 hPa
06:21:55
17:58:45
Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 max: 29.3 °C
min: 22.8 °C
8.6 m/s
13.0 m/s
18.9 %
22.9 m
87.5 %
1,009 hPa
06:22:26
17:59:08
Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 max: 29.3 °C
min: 22.8 °C
9.4 m/s
16.2 m/s
19.1 %
23.5 m
87.4 %
1,008 hPa
06:22:57
17:59:32
Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 max: 28.7 °C
min: 23 °C
9.4 m/s
14.8 m/s
13.9 %
23.0 m
88.6 %
1,008 hPa
06:23:28
17:59:56
Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 max: 28.3 °C
min: 23 °C
9.0 m/s
15.5 m/s
16.9 %
22.7 m
87.4 %
1,010 hPa
06:24:00
18:00:21
Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 max: 30.9 °C
min: 22.9 °C
16.6 m/s
24.1 m/s
11.0 %
24.1 m
81.2 %
1,010 hPa
06:24:31
18:00:47
Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 max: 31.0 °C
min: 23.1 °C
15.1 m/s
20.9 m/s
21.8 %
24.1 m
78.5 %
1,010 hPa
06:25:02
18:01:13
Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 max: 30.2 °C
min: 22.5 °C
9.0 m/s
16.9 m/s
11.1 %
23.0 m
81.7 %
1,009 hPa
06:25:33
18:01:40
Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 max: 28.6 °C
min: 22.7 °C
9.4 m/s
13.7 m/s
20.3 %
22.5 m
84.0 %
1,009 hPa
06:26:04
18:02:07
Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 max: 28.6 °C
min: 22.7 °C
8.6 m/s
13.0 m/s
38.1 %
22.5 m
84.7 %
1,010 hPa
06:26:35
18:02:35
Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 max: 30.3 °C
min: 22.8 °C
9.7 m/s
17.6 m/s
40.6 %
21.3 m
82.5 %
1,010 hPa
06:27:06
18:03:04
Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 max: 28.5 °C
min: 22.9 °C
13.3 m/s
22.0 m/s
22.0 %
20.1 m
85.7 %
1,010 hPa
06:27:36
18:03:33

Cruises to Panama City

Would you like to travel to Panama City on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Panama City.

Scheduled ship calls in Panama City, Panama
Date Ship Arrival Departure Details
Dec. 10th 2024 Tuesday, 10th of Dec. 2024 Norwegian Gem 06:00 am 12:00 am
Dec. 11th 2024 Wednesday, 11th of Dec. 2024 Norwegian Gem 08:00 am 09:00 pm
Dec. 12th 2024 Thursday, 12th of Dec. 2024 Azamara Journey 07:00 pm 12:00 am
Dec. 13th 2024 Friday, 13th of Dec. 2024 Azamara Journey 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 15th 2024 Sunday, 15th of Dec. 2024 MS Marina 12:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 16th 2024 Monday, 16th of Dec. 2024 Norwegian Bliss 07:00 am 10:00 pm
Dec. 28th 2024 Saturday, 28th of Dec. 2024 Star Clipper 12:00 am 12:00 am
Jan. 14th 2025 Tuesday, 14th of Jan. 2025 Norwegian Joy 06:00 pm 12:00 am
Jan. 15th 2025 Wednesday, 15th of Jan. 2025 Norwegian Joy 12:00 am 10:00 pm
Jan. 18th 2025 Saturday, 18th of Jan. 2025 Seven Seas Grandeur 12:00 pm 11:00 pm
Jan. 19th 2025 Sunday, 19th of Jan. 2025 Norwegian Jade 03:00 am 11:59 pm
Feb. 9th 2025 Sunday, 9th of Feb. 2025 Norwegian Jade 03:00 am 11:59 pm
Feb. 15th 2025 Saturday, 15th of Feb. 2025 Star Clipper 12:00 am 12:00 am
Feb. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Feb. 2025 Norwegian Joy 07:00 am 09:00 pm
Feb. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Feb. 2025 MS Sirena 12:00 am 12:00 am
Feb. 19th 2025 Wednesday, 19th of Feb. 2025 MS Sirena 12:00 am 04:00 am
Mar. 22nd 2025 Saturday, 22nd of Mar. 2025 Star Clipper 12:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 2nd 2025 Wednesday, 2nd of Apr. 2025 MS Sirena 12:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 2nd 2025 Wednesday, 2nd of Apr. 2025 Norwegian Joy 08:00 pm 12:00 am
Apr. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Apr. 2025 MS Sirena 12:00 am 04:00 am
Apr. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Apr. 2025 Norwegian Encore 08:00 pm 12:00 am
Apr. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Apr. 2025 Norwegian Joy 12:00 am 03:00 pm
Apr. 4th 2025 Friday, 4th of Apr. 2025 Norwegian Encore 12:00 am 08:00 pm
May 16th 2025 Friday, 16th of May 2025 MS Europa 2 07:00 am 12:00 am
May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 MS Europa 2 12:00 am 06:00 am
Oct. 15th 2025 Wednesday, 15th of Oct. 2025 Norwegian Joy 07:00 am 10:00 pm
Oct. 26th 2025 Sunday, 26th of Oct. 2025 Norwegian Jade 03:00 pm 09:00 pm
Nov. 8th 2025 Saturday, 8th of Nov. 2025 HANSEATIC inspiration 12:00 am 12:00 am
Nov. 10th 2025 Monday, 10th of Nov. 2025 Norwegian Jade 03:00 am 11:59 pm
Nov. 15th 2025 Saturday, 15th of Nov. 2025 Royal Clipper 12:00 am 12:00 am
Dec. 10th 2025 Wednesday, 10th of Dec. 2025 MS Marina 12:00 am 07:00 pm
Dec. 13th 2025 Saturday, 13th of Dec. 2025 Star Clipper 12:00 am 12:00 am
Dec. 15th 2025 Monday, 15th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Bliss 07:00 am 09:00 pm
Dec. 22nd 2025 Monday, 22nd of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Jade 03:00 am 11:59 pm
Jan. 3rd 2026 Saturday, 3rd of Jan. 2026 Star Clipper 12:00 am 12:00 am
Jan. 13th 2026 Tuesday, 13th of Jan. 2026 Azamara Onward 06:00 pm 12:00 am
Jan. 14th 2026 Wednesday, 14th of Jan. 2026 Azamara Onward 12:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 15th 2026 Thursday, 15th of Jan. 2026 Seven Seas Grandeur 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Jan. 26th 2026 Monday, 26th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Encore 07:00 am 09:00 pm
Jan. 26th 2026 Monday, 26th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Jade 03:00 am 11:59 pm
Feb. 11th 2026 Wednesday, 11th of Feb. 2026 Norwegian Bliss 07:00 am 09:00 pm
Feb. 16th 2026 Monday, 16th of Feb. 2026 Norwegian Jade 03:00 am 11:59 pm
Feb. 24th 2026 Tuesday, 24th of Feb. 2026 P&O Aurora 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Mar. 5th 2026 Thursday, 5th of Mar. 2026 Norwegian Jade 07:00 am 09:00 pm
Mar. 14th 2026 Saturday, 14th of Mar. 2026 Azamara Quest 09:30 am 12:00 am
Mar. 15th 2026 Sunday, 15th of Mar. 2026 Azamara Quest 09:00 am 10:00 pm
Mar. 16th 2026 Monday, 16th of Mar. 2026 Norwegian Jade 07:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 4th 2026 Saturday, 4th of Apr. 2026 MS Insignia 12:00 am 08:00 pm
Apr. 15th 2026 Wednesday, 15th of Apr. 2026 Norwegian Encore 08:00 pm 12:00 am
Apr. 16th 2026 Thursday, 16th of Apr. 2026 Norwegian Encore 12:00 am 08:00 pm

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