Colon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Colon
Where to stay in Colon
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.
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.
Coco Solo
If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Norte
If you're spending some time in Barrio Norte, Monument to Christopher Columbus and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
Unique property with beautiful nature surrounding it. Staff are attentive and friendly and the Hotel has access to a lot of very unique activities. Good food as well.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
Everything was absolutely GREAT thank you guys for everything and the experience.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Arcadia Condo Suites
The room was very clean!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites
Convenient, clean, friendly staff and helpful with excursions
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Boutique Apartments Panama
The room was clean and had a very good view of the city which we loved. The pool was fantastic we love every moment of visiting the pool and rec areas. The area is very secure there are several small stores that provide almost everything one would need upon returning the apartment. This can be accomplished ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
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.
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.
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Explore the great outdoors at Gamboa Rainforest Resort, a lovely green space in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Panama Rainforest Discovery Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Panama Rainforest Discovery Center in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Canal Expansion Observation Center
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Canal Expansion Observation Center in Colon. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Monkey Watch and Gatun Lake Wildlife Safari Private Tour
7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park
Explore Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with Rainforest Hike
