El Cangrejo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Garrett Britton
Photo by Garrett Britton

Popular places to visit

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

Multiplaza Pacific Mall

During your trip to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Multiplaza Pacific Mall. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Multiplaza Pacific Mall
Cinta Costera

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
Avenida Balboa

Avenida Balboa

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Avenida Balboa during your stay in Panama City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Avenida Balboa
Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ancon with a trip to Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina
Panama

Miraflores Locks

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.

Miraflores Locks
Uruguay Street

Uruguay Street

During your visit to Panama City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Uruguay Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Uruguay Street

Activities

Private Night TOUR in PANAMA CITY

Private Night TOUR in PANAMA CITY

AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Night TOUR in PANAMA CITY
Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest

AU$223
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zipline Adventure In The Rainforest
Taste and learn all about some of the most expensive coffee in the world.

Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo

AU$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee & Tea Experience + Photoshoot in Bohemian El Cangrejo
Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience

Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience

AU$69
per adult
Panama Crafted Geisha Coffee Tasting Experience
Visiting the Sloth Sanctuary where the specialized biologists take care of the rescued sloths

Navigation in the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake and Sloth Sanctuary

AU$222
per adult
Navigation in the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake and Sloth Sanctuary
Slingshot Tour Panama

Slingshot Tour Panama

AU$180
per adult
Slingshot Tour Panama
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Our pick of the best El Cangrejo Hotel Deals

Novotel Panama City
Novotel Panama City
4 out of 5
Calle Jose I. Fabrega y Thais de Pons, El Cangre, Bella Vista, Panama City, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$152 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$152
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Only stay 1 night But overall good"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Novotel Panama City
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
3.5 out of 5
Via Veneto, El Cangrejo Bellavista, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$138 per night from 18 June to 19 June
AU$138
18 June - 19 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"I have stayed at the Tryp every time I come to Panama and each time is better. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, rooms are clean, bed are fantastic! The shower is warm enough to bathe. The restaurant is amazing. I only wished they had some music where you can enjoy a few drinks without having ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
4 out of 5
Calle Augusto Samuel Boyd y Calle Eusebi, Panama City
The price is AU$135 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$135
23 June - 24 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa B&B in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Via Espana are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (293 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Principe Hotel and Suites
Principe Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
Via Argentina, Panama City, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$99 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$99
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,352 reviews)
"Nice clean property. This property surprised us tbh. Had a awesome stay with wifey. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Principe Hotel and Suites
Riande Urban Hotel
Riande Urban Hotel
3.5 out of 5
El Cangrejo; Calle Eusebio A, Morales, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$128 per night from 19 June to 20 June
AU$128
19 June - 20 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Riande Urban Hotel
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
4 out of 5
Calle Gaspar Hernandez y Via Argentina, Corregimiento El Cangrejo, Panama City, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$178 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$178
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (865 reviews)
"Well equipped, clean and beautiful. No balconies, but anniversary rooftop pool with bar. Nice restaurants, atm and metro closeby. Outstanding breakfast quality and incredible staff."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo

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Bella Vista

Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.

Bella Vista
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Campo Alegre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.

Campo Alegre
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Obarrio

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Obarrio include the casinos and coffee shops. Make a stop by Calle 50 or Soho City Center while you're exploring the area.

Obarrio
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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.

Marbella
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Punta Paitilla

Punta Paitilla is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Balboa and Multicentro Panama while you're in town.

Punta Paitilla
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Bethania

Bethania might not have many top sights, but El Dorado Mall and Panama Canal Murals are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bethania

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