Panama City with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Panama City is fun for families, with monkeys, giant ships and beaches. Here is how to spend a family trip in Panama — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

1Monkey island
2Miraflores Locks
3Casco Viejo
4Taboga beach

Meet the monkeys

Boat to monkey island on Gatún Lake.

Watch the ships

See giant vessels at the Miraflores Locks.

Island beach

Relax on Taboga’s sandy shores.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Panama City — prices per person.

Panama City

Transit partiel du canal de Panama

4.1(479)·7 heures

à partir de$150/ personne

via Viator

Panama City with kids — FAQ

Is Panama City good for kids?

Yes — the monkey-island boat safari, the giant ships at the Miraflores Locks, the Taboga island beaches and the BioMuseo make Panama City a fun, varied family destination.

What are the best things to do in Panama City with children?

Top family picks are the Gatún Lake monkey island, the Miraflores Locks, a Taboga island day trip, and the colourful BioMuseo.

Is Panama City easy to visit with kids?

Yes — short distances, boat trips, wildlife and beaches make Panama City manageable and enjoyable for families, especially on guided tours.