Barrio Norte Travel Guide

Colon

A statue of a historical figure pointing upwards with a bird in hand, set against a backdrop of a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.

Stay near popular Barrio Norte attractions

Monument to Christopher Columbus

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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.
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Things to do

Panama Canal 3 Locks Ocean to Ocean Half Day Tour

Panama Canal Tour: New Locks Agua Clara, Gatun & Atlantic Bridge

฿1,558
per adult
Panama Canal Tour: New Locks Agua Clara, Gatun & Atlantic Bridge
Shopping in the Biggest duty free zone of Las Americas in a day

Shopping in the Biggest duty free zone of Las Americas in a day

฿1,674
per adult
Shopping in the Biggest duty free zone of Las Americas in a day
From Colon Cruise Termi: 3 Caribbean Island & Portobelo Fort

From Colon Cruise Termi: 3 Caribbean Island & Portobelo Fort

฿5,288
per adult
From Colon Cruise Termi: 3 Caribbean Island & Portobelo Fort
Exploring the Two Oceans Old and New Canal Locks Private Tour

Exploring the Two Oceans Old and New Canal Locks Private Tour

฿3,849
per adult
Exploring the Two Oceans Old and New Canal Locks Private Tour
Colon City tour: Exploring Caribbean roots, food, and culture

Colon City tour: Exploring Caribbean roots, food and Afro culture

฿3,514
per adult
Colon City tour: Exploring Caribbean roots, food and Afro culture
Presentation of ancestral dances of the Embera Indians

Ancestral Adventure Cacique Emberá along the Chagres River and Cascade

฿6,025
per traveller
Ancestral Adventure Cacique Emberá along the Chagres River and Cascade
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Where to stay in Barrio Norte

Find the best Barrio Norte areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a large body of water, a bridge, and a solar power plant.

Barrio Sur

If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.

A canal with a lock system, a large cargo ship, and a white building with "PANAMA CANAL" written on it.
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Open Photo by Sérgio Veludo

Cristobal

Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.

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.

Barrio Norte Travel Guide