Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Miraflores Locks
Learn about the local history of Ancon with a stop at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Panama City: Zip Line Experience Over The City
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Principe Hotel and Suites
Divino
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Novotel Panama City
Cleanliness of the property and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Clean room.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Riande Urban Hotel
I stayed at Riande for one night. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and bed comfortable. Breakfast was good, just a little limited but I guess you will find something to eat. I would definitely recommend here if you need somewhere easy going and chill.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Good budget hotel, room was clean and cleaned on time everyday, towels and toiletries were always replenished, breakfast was generally ok, the area of this hotel is on the lower end of the main city but still conveniently for anyone walking
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Hampton by Hilton Panama
Room not clean ac leaking mold in bathroom mold under the leaking ac breakfast not good need improvement hot water always cold milk to make coffee cold I would never go back to this hotel again
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
Bella Vista
Bella Vista is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Via Espana and Crown Casino. See more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.
Curundu
While Curundu isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Iglesia del Carmen are some notable places to visit nearby.
Punta Paitilla
Travelers come to Punta Paitilla for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.
