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Panama Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to Do & Deals | Trip.com | August 2026
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Things to do in Panama
What to do
Looking for things to do in Panama? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
3.6
5.0
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Del Coco Beach
3.0
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Beaches and shores
Playa Nacascolo
2.9
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Playa Hermosa
2.9
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Penca Beach
2.8
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Beaches and shores
Sardinal Park
2.7
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The Congo Trail
2.8
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Playa Panama
2.6
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Summer Salt Dive Center
2.6
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Ocotal Beach
2.6
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Beaches and shores
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Panama, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Hampton by Hilton Guanacaste Airport
4.7
/5
123 Reviews
Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
4.6
/5
56 Reviews
Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive
3.8
/5
101 Reviews
JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort
4.5
/5
93 Reviews
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
4.4
/5
56 Reviews
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
4.5
/5
105 Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
4.2
/5
107 Reviews
Hacienda Guachipelin Volcano Ranch Hotel & Hot Springs
4.4
/5
104 Reviews
Surf Ranch Tamarindo
3.2
/5
60 Reviews
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only All Inclusive
3.9
/5
101 Reviews
Best Western El Sitio Hotel Casino
4.0
/5
107 Reviews
Wyndham Tamarindo
4.3
/5
109 Reviews
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Panama dishes and foodie spots.
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Makoko
4.0
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Seafood
Avg. PHP1,276/person
Makako at El Mangroove
4.0
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Western cuisine
Eco Camping Papagayo
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Western cuisine
Sea view
Matiss
4.5
/5
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Seafood
Avg. PHP767/person
Portofino
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Ponciana
4.2
/5
5 Reviews
Western cuisine
The Lookout Restaurant
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Seafood
Avg. PHP1,831/person
Java 654 Coffee Shop
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Quick bites
Avg. PHP303/person
Pizzeria La Caveja
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Vegetarian
Avg. PHP562/person
Coconutz Brewhouse
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Western cuisine
Avg. PHP638/person
Father Rooster's
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Western cuisine
Sea view
Avg. PHP965/person
The Roof Restaurant
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Bars/bistros
Avg. PHP780/person
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Best of Panama
Popular Luxury Hotels Near Panama
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Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence
10.0
/5
1 Reviews
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection
9.8
/5
46 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica
9.4
/5
72 Reviews
Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
9.3
/5
56 Reviews
Popular Scenic Hotels Near Panama
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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
8.7
/5
98 Reviews
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica
9.4
/5
72 Reviews
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
8.3
/5
102 Reviews
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
9.8
/5
98 Reviews
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
9.0
/5
105 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas
8.8
/5
66 Reviews
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
9.1
/5
116 Reviews
Los Altos Resort
9.5
/5
77 Reviews
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.6
/5
62 Reviews
Vista Celestial
9.7
/5
44 Reviews
Popular Hot Spring Hotels Near Panama
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Hacienda Guachipelin Volcano Ranch Hotel & Hot Springs
8.8
/5
104 Reviews
Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River
9.7
/5
81 Reviews
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Reviews
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
9.3
/5
104 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Reviews
Nayara Springs - Adults Only
10.0
/5
101 Reviews
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
94 Reviews
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
8.9
/5
118 Reviews
Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa
9.2
/5
40 Reviews
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
9.3
/5
103 Reviews
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa
8.8
/5
107 Reviews
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
9.3
/5
103 Reviews
Popular Premium Hotels Near Panama
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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
8.7
/5
98 Reviews
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
8.8
/5
56 Reviews
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
8.3
/5
102 Reviews
Reserva Conchal Beach Resort, Golf & Spa
9.0
/5
13 Reviews
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
8.9
/5
101 Reviews
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
9.0
/5
105 Reviews
JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort
9.0
/5
93 Reviews
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica - Optional All Inclusive
8.4
/5
44 Reviews
Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel
9.5
/5
80 Reviews
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Reviews
Amor Arenal Adults Friendly
9.9
/5
107 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Reviews
Popular 4-Star Select Hotels Near Panama
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CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
8.8
/5
102 Reviews
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
9.3
/5
76 Reviews
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
9.0
/5
100 Reviews
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
9.8
/5
98 Reviews
Pacific Kalokairi - Adults Only
9.4
/5
42 Reviews
Ocho Artisan Bungalows
9.2
/5
100 Reviews
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel
9.7
/5
72 Reviews
Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas
9.6
/5
97 Reviews
Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River
9.7
/5
81 Reviews
The Gilded Iguana
9.7
/5
82 Reviews
Silvestre Nosara Hotel & Residences
9.0
/5
5 Reviews
Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.4
/5
79 Reviews
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