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#Panama #Canal Ponte das Américas Por volta das 6 da manhã já tínhamos passado o quebra-mar que antecede as Gatun locks. Depois da passagem de alguns navios foi a nossa vez de sermos elevados 26 metros em 3 etapas até ao Gatun Lake. Atravessamos o lago, o Culebra Cut (Canal aberto nas rochas e em forma de cobra com 12,6 Km de comprimento), a Centenial Bridge e chegamos a Pedro Miguel Locks, que tem apenas uma câmera. Aqui descemos 9 metros para o Miraflores Lake. Lago pequeno e logo chegamos às Miraflores Locks. São compostas de 2 câmeras que nos descem até ao nível do Pacífico. Estes locks têm as gates mais altas devido às diferenças entre as marés do Pacífico. Atravessados estes locks chegamos ao Pacífico. Passamos ainda por baixo da ponte das Américas, que é parte da rodovia Pan-americana, que liga o sul da América do sul com o Alasca na América do norte. A travessia toda durou em torno de 9 horas. Durante a travessia os navios são auxiliados por pares de locomotivas. Dependendo do tamanho do navio, podem ser usadas até 8 locomotivas. A água que enche as câmeras, vem do Gatun Lake e são usados 197 milhões de litros de água para cada travessia. Por isso é de suma importância a conservação da floresta tropical em torno do lago. As dimensões máximas permitidas para os navios é 32,31 m de largura, 294,13 m de comprimento e 12,04 m de calado. Bridge of the Americas By 6am we had already passed the breakwater that precedes the Gatun locks. After the passage of some ships it was our turn to be lifted 26 meters in 3 steps to Gatun Lake. We cross the lake, the Culebra Cut (Channel open on the rocks and snake-shaped 12.6 km long), the Centenial Bridge and we arrive at Pedro Miguel Locks, which has only one camera. Here we descend 9 meters to the Miraflores Lake. Small lake and soon we arrived at Miraflores Locks. They are composed of 2 cameras that descend us to the level of the Pacific. These locks have the highest gates because of the differences between Pacific tides. Through these locks we reach the Pacific. We still cross under the bridge of the Americas, which is part of the Pan American Highway, which connects southern South America with Alaska in North America. The whole crossing lasted around 9 hours. During the crossing the ships are aided by pairs of locomotives. Depending on the size of the ship, up to 8 locomotives can be used. The water that fills the cameras comes from Gatun Lake and 197 million liters of water are used for each crossing. That is why conservation of the tropical forest around the lake is of paramount importance. The maximum allowable dimensions for ships is 32.31 m wide, 294.13 m long and 12.04 m draft.
Great views of Panama City, Panama from the Parque Natural Metropolitano. Nice walking trails to enjoy the nature around the park. Visited as part of a day tour to the Panama Canal.
Marriott Panama Hotel

Marriott Panama Hotel

4 out of 5
Roosevelt Ave., Allbrook Mall Panama City Panama
The price is P8,910 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P8,910
P9,801 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
The room was a nice size, clean, had proper bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. There were always guys by the front near ready and willing to answer questions and help you out.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Marriott Panama Hotel
Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal

4.5 out of 5
Amador Avenue & Van Hook Street Panama City Panama
The price is P5,012 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
P5,012
P5,513 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Specifically chose this hotel for its advertised "ocean view." Was put in a second floor room (5 floors) above a TGIF restaurant with only glimpses of the ocean above the restaurant and through the trees. After complaining was put in exactly the same spot just one floor higher. There was no further ...

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Radisson Hotel Panama Canal
MARINN Tropical Vibes Hotel

MARINN Tropical Vibes Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Calz. de Amador Panama City Provincia de Panamá
The price is P5,209 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
P5,209
P5,730 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (233 reviews)
It’s always a pleasure to stay at the Marinn Tropical every time I visit Panamá City.

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

MARINN Tropical Vibes Hotel
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La Palma Aparta Suite

La Palma Aparta Suite

3 out of 5
Amador Downtown Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Amador Causeway and Cinta Costera are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Me encantó muy organizado, muy limpio, las personas que trabajan en este hotel son muy amables volvería sin duda muchas gracias

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

La Palma Aparta Suite
Arcadia Condo Suites

Arcadia Condo Suites

2.5 out of 5
Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Avenida Balboa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
I absolutely love this place. I’ve stayed in two different apartments here so far, and I already have another two-week booking scheduled for next month. That alone says everything. I have not had any issues at all during my stays. Each unit has been super clean and well maintained. The facilities ...

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Arcadia Condo Suites
Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre

Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre

4 out of 5
Calle Colombia Y Ave.,3ra A Sur, Bella V Panama City Panama
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (696 reviews)
On checking day, we arrived around 7pm on Saturday. It was national holiday and carnival for 4 days in Panama City, Panamá. Jonathan, the receptionist, stated that the hotel is fully occupied even though we had a fully paid reservation for 17 nights . He apologized and asked us to stay in another ...

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre
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Popular places to visit

Rainy day in Panama City but the charm of this city never ends. A beautiful rainbow over the city invites us to spend a bright day in paradise. #LifeAtExpedia

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

During your trip to Panama City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Multiplaza Pacific Mall
Panama City night skyline

Avenida Balboa

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Avenida Balboa during your trip to Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Avenida Balboa
Old and traditional Yatch Club at Cinta Costera, Panama City, Panama.

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
Causeway, Amador, Panama

Amador Causeway

You can learn about the history of Ancon with a stop at Amador Causeway. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Amador Causeway
Hochhäuser in der Stadt Panama City

Calle 50

You can find out about the history of Panama City with a trip to Calle 50. Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its local tours.

Calle 50
Panama City skyline during the day #seetheworld

Uruguay Street

During your visit to Panama City, you can do some window-shopping at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Uruguay Street

Things to do

From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour

From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour

P8,413
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Panama City: San Blas Island Hopping Day Tour
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch

Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch

P2,843
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City

All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City

P5,745
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Panama Canal Half Transit Experience

Panama Canal Partial Transit

P8,704
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Panama Canal Partial Transit
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl

The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl (Panama City, Panama)

P3,772
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl (Panama City, Panama)
Tour to a waterfall and Embera village with lunch included

Tour to a waterfall and Embera village with lunch included

P2,901
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to a waterfall and Embera village with lunch included
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