Causeway Amador — Attraction in Ancón

The Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador) is a must-visit destination in Panama City, offering a delightful blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and cultural attractions.

Stretching approximately 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) into the Pacific Ocean, the causeway connects the mainland to the islands of Naos, Perico, and Flamenco. Constructed using rocks excavated during the building of the Panama Canal, it serves as both a scenic roadway and a popular spot for walking, jogging, and cycling.

One of the highlights of the Amador Causeway is the stunning panoramic views it offers. Visitors can enjoy vistas of the Panama City skyline, the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, and the iconic Bridge of the Americas. The area is lined with palm trees and features dedicated paths for pedestrians and cyclists, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities.

The causeway is also home to several attractions, including the Biomuseo, a museum dedicated to Panama's biodiversity, designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry. The museum's colorful and unique architecture is a visual treat, and its exhibits provide insightful information about the country's natural history.

Dining options abound along the causeway, with numerous restaurants and cafes offering a variety of cuisines. Whether you're in the mood for fresh seafood, traditional Panamanian dishes, or international fare, there's something to satisfy every palate.

While the Amador Causeway offers many positives, it's worth noting that the area can get quite hot during midday, so it's advisable to visit during the early morning or late afternoon hours. Additionally, weekends can be crowded, so plan accordingly if you prefer a more tranquil experience.

Overall, the Amador Causeway is a vibrant and picturesque destination that showcases the beauty and culture of Panama City. Whether you're looking to engage in outdoor activities, explore cultural attractions, or simply relax and take in the views, the causeway has something to offer...

Plenty to keep even the most voracious traveler busy. Three embarkation points for marine journeys, a stand up paddle board rental spot (reputedly the best in Panama), multiple restaurants and bars,.convenience stores, duty free shop, 3 marinas, a go kart track, and, if you're lucky enough.to be here on a Sunday night, a festive street scene with food vendors, artisans, rides for kids, and rentals of bikes electric scooters. Our home away from home is The Beach House. A casual 3 star ~40 room place for a good price. Breakfast is included and there is a pool (a good bit away) but they give you robes to wear enroute. You will be on the water, but it's all rocks. Big rocks, but I wouldn't get in. The water has an oily sheen and PC releases untreated sewage into the sea nearby. Surprisingly, it doesn't stink, even at low tide. It is EXTRA incentive not to fall in, if you attempt the stand up paddle boarding! And as an added bonus, the Smithsonian has a facility right next to the hotel: STRI, The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Open only on a few days at the end of each week. We haven't been yet, but stand by. We (US citizens pay for it, but Panamaians get a discount) are going maybe Friday. And, as if you needed more, the Biomuseo de Panama is up the road towards.PC. Amazing, all of this is in walking distance! But dress for the climate, the seasons are wet and dry, both of the hot. It actually doesn't feel too hot, compared to the NC piedmont region, until the sun comes out (which it does in...

There's so much that can be done with the Causeway. It has the potential to be a world-class attraction but it lacks in execution of what's been envisioned and perhaps a new vision that can be attractive, sustainable and expandable. I volunteered for several months at the Biomuseo and a guest once said that there was an energy vortex at the site. I believe it. From the vantagepoint of Frank Gehry's structure allows for visitors to feel the elements of light, air, water, plants through touch, smell, sight and sound. The same experience extends to the Causeway. A simple above water road connecting a set of islands, this attraction in Panama City has now been upgraded with infrastructure that includes several resting areas, free parking, benches, picnic tables, food kiosks and major attractions. What's working well right now for this place is the Biomuseo, the STRI nature showcase in Punta Culebra, Mi Ranchito restaurant and the Isla Perico complex of restaurants and leisure vehicle (bikes, golf carts, ATV) rentals. What can be worked on is the selection and merchandise at the duty free shop, the Figali convention center and the delayed cruise terminal / new convention center project. Maybe there should be an entrance fee to the Causeway so that it can fund the execution of the...