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The engineering marvel of the Panama Canal, the idyllic San Blas and Bocas del Toro islands, and rainforest within reach of a modern capital β€” Panama links two oceans and two Americas.

Visa-free πŸ“… Best: Dec–Apr (dry) πŸ’΅ $95/day avg
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Capital
Panama City
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Currency
US Dollar / Balboa
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Language
Spanish
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Best time
Dec–Apr (dry)
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Visa
Visa-free (many)
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Avg daily budget
$45 – $300
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Safety
Use normal caution
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Main airport
Panama City (PTY)
Overview

Why travellers love Panama

Panama City's skyline and old town, the Canal, and two very different island groups (Caribbean Bocas and the indigenous San Blas) make a varied trip.

It uses the US dollar and is an easy Central American introduction.

Where to go

Top places in Panama

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Panama City

Panama City

πŸ—“ 2 days

Skyline, Casco Viejo and the Canal.

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San Blas Islands

San Blas Islands

πŸ—“ 2 days

Pristine Guna-run Caribbean isles.

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Bocas del Toro

Bocas del Toro

πŸ—“ 2–3 days

Laid-back Caribbean island life.

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Boquete

Boquete

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Cool highlands, coffee and hikes.

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Plan day by day

Panama itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Panama City β†’ San Blas Islands β†’ Bocas del Toro
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$225 – $1,500
1–2

Panama City

Skyline, Casco Viejo and the Canal.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Culture
3–4

San Blas Islands

Pristine Guna-run Caribbean isles.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Honeymoon
5

Bocas del Toro

Laid-back Caribbean island life.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Beach Β· Relax
Route
Panama City β†’ San Blas Islands β†’ Bocas del Toro β†’ Boquete
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$315 – $2,100
1–2

Panama City

Skyline, Casco Viejo and the Canal.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Culture
3–4

San Blas Islands

Pristine Guna-run Caribbean isles.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Honeymoon
5–6

Bocas del Toro

Laid-back Caribbean island life.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Relax
7

Boquete

Cool highlands, coffee and hikes.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Nature Β· Adventure
Route
Panama City β†’ San Blas Islands β†’ Bocas del Toro β†’ Boquete
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$450 – $3,000
1–3

Panama City

Skyline, Casco Viejo and the Canal.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ City Β· Culture
4–6

San Blas Islands

Pristine Guna-run Caribbean isles.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Beach Β· Honeymoon
7–8

Bocas del Toro

Laid-back Caribbean island life.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Beach Β· Relax
9–10

Boquete

Cool highlands, coffee and hikes.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Adventure
✨ Build a custom Panama itinerary β†’
Visa & entry

Panama visa requirements

Visa required?
Visa-free for many
Allowed stay
Up to 90–180 days
Visa on arrival
N/A
eVisa
N/A
Passport validity
3–6 months
Visa type
Visa-free
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Visa rules change frequently. Most Western nationalities enter visa-free; proof of onward travel and funds may be requested. Always verify with the official Panama immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Panama visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Panama budget guide

Budget

$45/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$300+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Panama budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Panama

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Panama Canal

Watch ships transit the famous locks.

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San Blas Islands

Postcard isles run by the Guna people.

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Casco Viejo

Panama City's restored old quarter.

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Bocas del Toro

Caribbean islands and surf.

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Boquete highlands

Coffee farms and cloud forest.

Blog

Panama travel articles

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