Visit El Cangrejo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Miraflores Locks
Learn about the local history of Ancon when you spend time at Miraflores Locks. Visit the casinos and shops in this vibrant area.
Calle 50
You can find out about the history of Panama City when you stop by Calle 50. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Transfer to Panama Canal (Miraflores Locks)
Archaeological Site. Admission ticket to Panama La Vieja
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Top hotels in El Cangrejo
Principe Hotel and Suites
Room was ok ac good staff was good
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Novotel Panama City
Only 1 staff had an little attitude when i was leaving but the rest was awesome. Food was great hotel is great 👍
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Waymore Hotel Spa & Casino
Clean room.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Riande Urban Hotel
All was good. Loved the pool
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Panamá Centro
is a good value for the money. This time, however, we could not get hot water in the shower, not sure why.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ramada Panama Centro Via Argentina
The staff is very kind, breakfast is good and generous. Some rooms In the hotel needs minor maintenance. Walkable to many amenities.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Cangrejo
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 Crown Casino.
Campo Alegre
If you're spending some time in Campo Alegre, Uruguay Street and Calle 50 are top sights worth seeing.
Obarrio
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.
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.
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.
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.
