Barrio Norte Travel Guide
Colon
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.
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?
Juventud Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juventud Park, a lovely green space in Colon.
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.
Colon Free Zone
During your trip to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon Free Zone.
Things to do
Shopping in the Biggest duty free zone of Las Americas in a day
Exploring the Two Oceans Old and New Canal Locks Private Tour
From Colon Cruise Termi: 3 Caribbean Island & Portobelo Fort
Panama Canal Tour: New Locks Agua Clara, Gatun & Atlantic Bridge
Colon City tour: Exploring Caribbean roots, food and Afro culture
Ancestral Adventure Cacique Emberá along the Chagres River and Cascade
Top hotels in Barrio Norte
New Washington Hotel
"The young lady working as the cook/outside-inside service personnel near the pool has a excellent work attitude and personality when interacting with guests."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Hotel Meryland
"They never gave us a room. I need my refund"
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
"Tuve una excelente experiencia en Sand Diamond Colón. La atención del personal fue muy amable y profesional en todo momento. Destaco especialmente la limpieza de las instalaciones, que se mantiene a un muy buen nivel y brinda una estancia agradable y cómoda. Como sugerencia de mejora, considero que ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Radisson Colon 2000 Hotel & Casino at Cruise Port & Duty Free Mall
"Staff were very attentive during my stay. The young man at check in was very helpfull and pleasant. Enjoyed breakfast!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Hotel Andros
"It close to the free zone and taxis r early and easy to get. Lovely"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Barrio Norte
Cristobal
Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.
Barrio Sur
If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.
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, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatún Dam are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
