Panama City Nightlife: Casco Viejo, Rooftops, and Salsa
Four days of partying in Panama City with rooftops in Casco Viejo, salsa at salsa clubs, Causeway nightclubs, and Central America's most cosmopolitan nightlife scene.
Description
Panama City is the most underrated nightlife metropolis in the Americas. Four days of fun concentrated in two settings: colonial Casco Viejo with its rooftops overlooking the city skyline, and the modern area with nightclubs that rival Miami. The night starts at 10pm with salsa at the Barrio Perfumería dance hall, continues with rooftops at Tántalo Roofbar with international DJs, and closes at 4am at the Calle Uruguay nightclubs. The Amador Causeway offers open-air bars with views of the illuminated city, and the financial district casinos are an appetizer for those who want to stay awake. Panama City is cosmopolitan: the scene mixes locals, expats, cruise ship crew, and travelers in a blend you won't find in any other Central American city.
Health & safety
- Nighttime safety: stay in Casco Viejo and Calle Uruguay; don't go to El Chorrillo at night
- Dengue is endemic in Panama City: use repellent at open-air bars
- Ice drinks: in Panama City the water is potable, but ice from street stalls isn't always
Day-by-day itinerary
Casco Viejo Rooftops and Salsa
Panama City
Casco Viejo Rooftops and Salsa
Opening night in the colonial heart
Brunch at Plaza de la Independencia in Casco Viejo
food2hTántalo Bar rooftop in Casco Viejo
entertainment3hSalsa at Barrio Perfumería or La Escena
entertainment3hAmador Causeway and Calle Uruguay Nightclubs
Panama City
Amador Causeway and Calle Uruguay Nightclubs
Open-air bars and modern nightclub district
Beers at the Amador Causeway at sunset
entertainment2.5hCalle Uruguay Nightclubs: Indie Club and Sahara
entertainment4hCasino and Late-Lunch Recovery
Panama City
Casino and Late-Lunch Recovery
Recovery day and cosmopolitan closing night
Recovery brunch at Manolo Carreón or Madroño
rest2hHard Rock Cafe Panama Mega Casino
entertainment3hClosing night at Sortis Hotel rooftop or Bling
entertainment3hFarewell and Departure
Panama City
Farewell and Departure
Last Panamanian morning
Geisha coffee and breakfast in Casco Viejo
food1.5hTransfer to PTY Airport
rest1hNew destinations and itineraries, by email
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