Panama

Travel eSIMs

10 GB of data for 30 days, set up before you fly. Prices as listed on each official page on October 26, 2026.

eSIM	Price	Good to know
Airalo	US$35.00	Also sells a version with 100 minutes and 100 SMS for US$42.50
Saily	US$39.99	Starts automatically when you arrive, once the eSIM and roaming are on
Yesim	US$42.00	Shown as a discount from US$93.60
GigSky	US$49.49	Shown as 10% off US$54.99

Airport transfers

Rides from Tocumen airport (PTY) into Panama City, booked before you land.

Option	Good to know
Kiwitaxi	Fixed price to Panama City. The driver waits in Arrivals with a sign, with 90 minutes of free waiting. Book at least 16 hours ahead
Welcome Pickups	The driver meets you in the Arrivals hall, tracks your flight and waits up to 1 hour for free

Hotels

Prices depend on your dates. Check the total and the cancellation terms before you book.

Owner’s Recommendations — Hotels I’ve Stayed At

These hotels are recommended based on the site owner’s personal stays. The notes reflect firsthand experiences, including location, comfort, facilities, and what stood out during each visit. Prices, amenities, and availability may change, so check the current details before booking.

Stayed therePersonally stayed • Firsthand experience

Hyatt Regency Panama City

Location: Panama City

One of the things I liked most was the convenient location. It’s especially useful if you plan to explore the city on foot or use public transportation. My room was clean, and the hotel also has a pool and jacuzzi, which are nice extras after a day out.

BYV Select — Hotels Worth Considering

Our BYV Select hotels are chosen for their strong guest ratings, substantial review counts, and convenient locations for getting around. These selections are based on Klook listing information.

Option	Good to know
The Executive Hotel (Klook) BYV Select	About 4 minutes’ walk from Iglesia del Carmen metro station
Hotel Riu Plaza Panama (Klook) BYV Select	About 11 minutes’ walk from Iglesia del Carmen metro station

Car rentals

Booking sites that compare rental companies. Check what insurance your quote includes before you pay. If you plan to use your credit card’s rental car coverage, ask your card company before you travel for a letter that states what it covers for your rental dates.

Option	Good to know
Economybookings	Compares rental companies at Tocumen airport, such as Avis, Budget, Hertz, Thrifty and Sixt. What insurance is included depends on the company, and extra cover is usually charged in US dollars
QEEQ	Pick-up at Tocumen airport and in towns such as Panama City, David and Colón

Things to do & tours

Entry tickets, day trips and tours you can book online. Check the meeting point, what is included and the cancellation terms before you book. Details as listed on KKday on October 26, 2026.

Option	Good to know
Panama City hop-on hop-off bus (KKday)	24- or 48-hour bus ticket with stops such as the Miraflores Locks on the Panama Canal and Amador. Free cancellation up to 2 days before

Luggage storage

Places to leave your bags for a few hours or a day.

Option	Good to know
Radical Storage	Locations in Panama City, such as Obarrio and Plaza de Santa Ana

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Good to know

• Prices change. Check the total, the insurance and the cancellation terms on the booking page before you pay.
• We list what each company states. We haven’t tested these services.