Title: Colon Travel Guide: Best of Colon, Colón Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Hotels.d601867.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Holiday-Rentals.d601867.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Colon.d601867.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Colon.d601867.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Colon Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Colon.d601867.Car-Hire-Guide)[Colon Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon.d601867.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Colon Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Protected nature surrounding Gatun Lake, a freshwater artificial lake to the south of Colón, Panama. It forms a major part of the Panama Canal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/0f4b2986-19e2-41b5-93da-ec0bc70c4cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paradise Tropical Island - Bocas del Toro - Island Colon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/f7fcfe0d-97f2-4985-b418-7f08614d9255.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colon Panama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/3b349b03-dbf2-47bc-9c0f-f027c8feb006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![bocas del toro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/811186949911228416/d8c3ecab-1e83-4f06-b5da-730a959d0462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/943091b0-9dea-43c5-9bcc-64801cfef8b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Colon Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Colon ![Beautiful aerial view of the Beautiful aerial view of the Panama Channel on the Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829297886230487040/f369fa93-5766-4cf5-866c-bfa1cf04f904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Sur If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barrio-Sur.dx829297886230487040) ![Cristobal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024083/8bf71600-226a-4a20-b277-bfebc4783659.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cristobal Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Cristobal.dx6024083) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gatun Gatun is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatun Locks are some interesting sights nearby to check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gatun.dx6025905) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Coco Solo If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Coco-Solo.dx553248635974899440) ![Barcelona Christopher Columbus monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829297880595460096/89637f4a-c300-40a8-906c-431bcafa7516.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Norte If you're spending some time in Barrio Norte, Limon Bay and Monument to Christopher Columbus are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barrio-Norte.dx829297880595460096) - Top hotels in Colon - Top Holiday Rentals in Colon ![Gamboa Rainforest Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438135/c696a538_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5 Colon Colon £125 15 Apr - 16 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Colon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (726 reviews) The grounds are well kept- a tropical paradise- and the building is beautiful. The food was also very good- lots of choices at the buffet. However, a large rowdy group arrived and music was blasting in the common areas which broke the magic of being in a remote rainforest. We are happy we had two ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=438135&PinnedHotelID=438135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601867) ![Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2147400/2147349/665077af_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino Paseo Gorgas, Calle 13 Colon Colon £90 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Colon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (884 reviews) The the guys Javier and Mariangel by the reception was very helpful and very professional. Thank you for helping me and make my stay nice Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=2147349&PinnedHotelID=2147349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601867) ![SAND DIAMOND HOTEL](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66730000/66723000/66722954/ac5d93a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SAND DIAMOND HOTEL Millennium Plaza, Av A. Waked Colon Colon £98 10 Apr - 11 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Colon Free Zone and Colón Art and Culture ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (242 reviews) The room was clean, but not updated. The hallways and rooms were old. We had to call to get the shower running. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=66722954&PinnedHotelID=66722954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601867) [See all 1,690 properties in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=601867) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Arcadia Condo Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104460000/104456900/104456900/81757b88_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arcadia Condo Suites Calle rio mar Panama City Panamá Province Stay at this aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Avenida Balboa ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (252 reviews) All units are very well equipped with everything that travelers will need. Comfortable and well located, easy access and safe neighborhood. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Hotels-Arcadia-Condo-Suites.h104456900.Hotel-Information) ![Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4960000/4959000/4958983/b4d43ebd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Executive Apartments Panama City, Finisterre Calle Colombia Y Ave.,3ra A Sur, Bella V Panama City Panama Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (703 reviews) The accommodations at Marriott Executive Apartments were great. Nice gym that was kept spotless and used daily by guests. The pool was nice, water temperature perfect. Rooms are spacious and have a 2 burner gas cook top for food preparation. Refrigerator, microwave, dishes, utensils, everything you ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Hotels-Marriott-Executive-Apartments-Panama-City.h4958983.Hotel-Information) ![Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675200/9675133/1012405e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites Calle Eusebio A. Morales y Calle 55 Panama City Panama Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews) I traveled without car. It was easy getting to the hotel. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Hotels-Torres-De-Alba-Hotel-Suites.h9675133.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=601867&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Colon hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[29 Mar - 30 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![0_1436R-311289](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078501/1819d396-8cc4-4c61-b5d2-3aeb796868b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort San Lorenzo You can learn about the history of Colon when you stop by Fort San Lorenzo. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-San-Lorenzo-Colon.d6078501.Attraction) #### Colon Free Zone During your trip to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon Free Zone. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Free-Zone-Barrio-Sur.d6078503.Attraction) #### Colon 2000 During your visit to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon 2000\. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-2000-Colon.d6286212.Attraction) #### Gamboa Rainforest Resort Explore the great outdoors at Gamboa Rainforest Resort, a lovely green space in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gamboa-Rainforest-Resort-Colon.d6078513.Attraction) #### Panama Rainforest Discovery Center You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Panama Rainforest Discovery Center in Gamboa. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-Rainforest-Discovery-Center-Gamboa.d553248621562725888.Attraction) #### Canal Expansion Observation Center You can spend time studying the exhibits at Canal Expansion Observation Center in Colon. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canal-Expansion-Observation-Center-Colon.d553248621532964855.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47313144/f3dd1c31-b1f2-41ca-8793-3abcbc166e9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour £27 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monkey-and-sloth-jungle-habitat-panama-tour.a47313144.activity-details) ![Monkey Watch and Gatun Lake Wildlife Safari Private Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49476945/eb1513dd-c7ff-4b4f-97e9-802ebd97306a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monkey Watch and Gatun Lake Wildlife Safari Private Tour £56 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monkey-watch-and-gatun-lake-wildlife-safari-private-tour.a49476945.activity-details) ![Explore Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with Rainforest Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49729113/2390b408-dd55-4449-9630-4ba5634e9aeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with Rainforest Hike £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-panama-canal-and-gatun-lake-with-rainforest-hike.a49729113.activity-details) ![Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2525092/97489a97-48d6-4740-8676-ef643414c00e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gatun-expedition-monkey-island-tour.a2525092.activity-details) ![Embera Indigenous Village Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2525088/95ed369a-aba7-41f9-ab8c-c43e7085de18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chagres River Aventure with The Embera £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chagres-river-aventure-with-the-embera.a2525088.activity-details) ![Guided Tour in Sloth Sanctuary and Monkey Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48836629/6060fc91-5bbc-4dfa-ade9-724a1024df4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Tour in Sloth Sanctuary and Monkey Island £105 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-in-sloth-sanctuary-and-monkey-island.a48836629.activity-details) [See all activities in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Colon.d601867.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Colon ![default](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2897/9a0fe9cb-10b8-4a85-b416-4677f1455ea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Panama City ![Port de la Selva, nice small traditional village in Costa Brava.; Shutterstock ID 133621637; purchase_order: -; Order: -; client: -; job: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623142874455/1b23b791-a0b9-478f-94ba-797fb1c197b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cativa - Cities near Colon - Places of interest [Panama City](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City.dx2897)[Cativa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cativa.dx553248623142874455) - [Colon Free Zone ](https://expedia.co.uk/Colon-Free-Zone-Barrio-Sur.d6078503.Attraction) - [Gamboa Rainforest Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gamboa-Rainforest-Resort-Colon.d6078513.Attraction) - [Albrook Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Albrook-Shopping-Mall-Panama-City.d6159851.Attraction) - [Cinta Costera ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cinta-Costera-Calidonia.d6245970.Attraction) - [Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fuerte-Amador-Resort-Marina-Amador.d553248621532964846.Attraction) - [Panama Canal Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-Canal-Railway-Panama-City.d553248621532619522.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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