Popular Places To Visit in Panama Canal
Cruise the Panama Canal from the UK: navigate historic locks, experience tropical vistas, and explore vibrant ports on both Caribbean and Pacific sides. Enjoy luxury onboard amenities and unique shore excursions through this iconic waterway.
Panama City
Dock in Panama City to explore its blend of modern skyline and historic Casco Viejo. Wander colonial plazas and vibrant markets, sample Panamanian cuisine, and visit the Panama Canal Museum for context before your ship continues through this dynamic urban gateway.
Miraflores Locks
Experience the Miraflores Locks observation center to witness ships passing through the canal’s engineering marvel. Learn about lock operations and Panama’s maritime history, then enjoy gardens and exhibits illustrating this world-renowned transit system.
Gatun Lake
Cruise across Gatun Lake, framed by lush rainforest teeming with wildlife. Join guided excursions to spot tropical birds and monkeys along the shoreline, visit nearby rainforest lodges, and appreciate the canal’s creation as you glide through this vast inland waterway.
Colón
Call at Colón on the Caribbean entrance to the canal. Explore historic Fort San Lorenzo overlooking the sea, shop for local handicrafts in bustling markets, and learn about Afro-Caribbean culture. Colón offers coastal charm and insight into Panama’s Atlantic heritage.
Portobelo
Disembark in Portobelo to wander centuries-old Spanish fortifications and UNESCO-listed sites. Stroll waterfront plazas framed by colonial architecture, learn about pirate lore at local forts, and relish seafood specialties while soaking in this historic Caribbean port’s atmosphere.
San Blas Islands
Venture ashore to the San Blas Islands for a taste of pristine isles and indigenous Guna Yala culture. Snorkel in clear waters among coral gardens, relax on white-sand beaches, and engage with local communities to experience authentic island life beyond the canal transit.
Cruises From Panama Canal
11 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Norwegian Pearl | From: Miami, Florida | Going On: 22 Dec 2025
NCLPRL-20251222-11-MIA-MIA
from £1,247 /pp
11 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Celebrity Ascent | From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Going On: 22 Dec 2025
CELEBAT11C022-221225
from £3,840 /pp
12 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Caribbean Princess | From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Going On: 23 Dec 2025
PRINCESSB601
16 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Island Princess | From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Going On: 23 Dec 2025
PRINCESS2601
12 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Rotterdam | From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Going On: 28 Dec 2025
HALY587
from £2,709 /pp
11 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Norwegian Pearl | From: Miami, Florida | Going On: 02 Jan 2026
NCLPRL-20260102-11-MIA-MIA
from £631 /pp
12 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Caribbean Princess | From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida | Going On: 04 Jan 2026
PRINCESSB602
from £752 /pp
11 Holiday Nights
Onboard: Norwegian Jewel | From: Miami, Florida | Going On: 04 Jan 2026
NCLJWL-20260104-11-MIA-MIA
