Barrio Norte Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio Norte
Popular places to visit
Fort San Lorenzo
You can learn about the history of Colon when you stop by Fort San Lorenzo. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Monument to Christopher Columbus
You can learn about the history of Colon with a stop at Monument to Christopher Columbus. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Juventud Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juventud Park, a lovely green space in Colon.
November 5 Park
November 5 Park is just one of the places to see in Colon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Colon Free Zone
During your trip to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon Free Zone.
Colon 2000
During your visit to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon 2000. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Exploring the Two Oceans Old and New Canal Locks Private Tour
Panama Canal Tour: New Locks Agua Clara & Gatun Visitor Center
Panama Canal and Fort San Lorenzo Tour from Colón
Shopping in the Biggest duty free zone of Las Americas in a day
Colon City tour: Exploring Caribbean roots, food, and culture
Emberá Overnight: Live, Sleep & Explore with an Indigenous Tribe
Our pick of the best Barrio Norte Hotel Deals
New Washington Hotel
Hotel Meryland
They never gave us a room. I need my refund
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino
Room was clean everyday but and think cleaning can be more detailed Front deck ladies very nice good English Never meet the cleaning staff Breakfast was good Dinner was ok Restaurant staff good Property is a bit old tho
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
Great staff. The only problem was they didn't have wash clothes
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
The price reflects the area where it is located, the room was clean and well maintained. Appreciated the ability to check in early without extra cost.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hotel Andros
All great
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Norte
Barrio Sur
If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.
Cristobal
Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.
Coco Solo
If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gatun
Gatun is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Gatun Locks and Canal Expansion Observation Center are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
