Parks and viewpoints in Distrito de Panamá

Explore the diverse landscapes of Distrito de Panamá, from the 199-meter summit of Ancon Hill to the historic ruins of Panama Viejo. This selection features strategic vantage points over the Panama Canal, such as the Bridge of the Americas lookout and the Canopy Tower observation site. It also highlights urban landmarks like Plaza de Francia, a former main square dedicated to French engineering efforts, and the archaeological remains of the original 16th-century city settlement.

Ancon Hill Viewpoint

Historic 199-meter high hill and strategic surveillance point featuring a marked trail and panoramic views of the Panama Canal. It played a significant role in military communications and security starting in 1942.

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Plaza de Francia

This used to be the city´s main square. It was designed as a tribute to French effort to built Panama Canal.

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Ancon Hill

Ancón Hill is a 199 metres high hill that overlooks Panama City, Panama, adjacent to the township of Ancón.

Canopy Tower

Former US military radar station repurposed as a birdwatching lodge and observation tower within Soberanía National Park. It provides views of the rainforest canopy and transiting ships in the Panama Canal.

Mirador Puente Las Américas

Lookout point at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal featuring the Chinese Monument. It offers views of the Bridge of the Americas and the port of Balboa.

Panama Viejo Park

Archaeological site containing ruins of the original 1519 Spanish settlement. It features the restored cathedral bell tower and remains of stone convents destroyed during a 1671 pirate raid.