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) ![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) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/943091b0-9dea-43c5-9bcc-64801cfef8b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gutan locks on the Caribbean Sea side of the Panama Canal. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/771cb97d-5bb4-42ab-b573-c872f8706a34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Locking through at the Panama Canal. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601867/43c86852-47a3-4e4c-8f60-3157077e312b.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) ![#Panama #Canal Gatun locks Por volta das 6 da manhã já tínhamos passado o quebra-mar que antecede as Gatun locks. Depois da passagem de alguns navios foi a nossa vez de sermos elevados 26 metros em 3 etapas até ao Gatun Lake. Atravessamos o lago, o Culebra Cut (Canal aberto nas rochas e em forma de cobra com 12,6 Km de comprimento), a Centenial Bridge e chegamos a Pedro Miguel Locks, que tem apenas uma câmera. Aqui descemos 9 metros para o Miraflores Lake. Lago pequeno e logo chegamos às Miraflores Locks. São compostas de 2 câmeras que nos descem até ao nível do Pacífico. Estes locks têm as gates mais altas devido às diferenças entre as marés do Pacífico. Atravessados estes locks chegamos ao Pacífico. Passamos ainda por baixo da ponte das Américas, que é parte da rodovia Pan-americana, que liga o sul da América do sul com o Alasca na América do norte. A travessia toda durou em torno de 9 horas. Durante a travessia os navios são auxiliados por pares de locomotivas. Dependendo do tamanho do navio, podem ser usadas até 8 locomotivas. A água que enche as câmeras, vem do Gatun Lake e são usados 197 milhões de litros de água para cada travessia. Por isso é de suma importância a conservação da floresta tropical em torno do lago. As dimensões máximas permitidas para os navios é 32,31 m de largura, 294,13 m de comprimento e 12,04 m de calado. Gatun locks By 6am we had already passed the breakwater that precedes the Gatun locks. After the passage of some ships it was our turn to be lifted 26 meters in 3 steps to Gatun Lake. We cross the lake, the Culebra Cut](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, Monument to Christopher Columbus and Limon Bay 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/1000000/440000/438200/438135/0d6dbc5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5 Colon Colon £113 24 Feb - 25 Feb 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 ... 7.8/10 Good! (691 reviews) Unique property with beautiful nature surrounding it. Staff are attentive and friendly and the Hotel has access to a lot of very unique activities. Good food as well. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=438135&PinnedHotelID=438135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601867) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Panama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3900400/3900395/1eaf88f5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Panama Calle 50, Urb. Marbella Panama City Panama £107 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,920 reviews) Everything was great SPECIALLY breakfast Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=3900395&PinnedHotelID=3900395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601867) ![Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7164/cfc3400a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand, a member of Radisson Individuals Via Espana 111 Panama City Panama £87 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews) All fantastic. We return year after year Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=7164&PinnedHotelID=7164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601867) [See all 1,579 properties in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%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/dbfa0534_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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (204 reviews) The room was very clean! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Hotels-Arcadia-Condo-Suites.h104456900.Hotel-Information) ![Torres de Alba Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675200/9675133/0a056e63_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! (509 reviews) Convenient, clean, friendly staff and helpful with excursions Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Hotels-Torres-De-Alba-Hotel-Suites.h9675133.Hotel-Information) ![Boutique Apartments Panama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78290000/78283500/78283415/edba2188_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Boutique Apartments Panama Av. 5a B. Sur Panama City Panama Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albrook Shopping Mall and Avenida ... 7.6/10 Good! (251 reviews) As usual EXCELENT Service and beautiful apartments with amazing views. Had come several times to this place as the experiences are always good.... security and staff very pleasant and helpful. Good location... near restaurants, shopping etc. Car parking available, pool, etc. Recommended ... Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Hotels-Boutique-Apartments-Panama.h78283415.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=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601867&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%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 ![7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5169188/95854778-4d80-4c67-a8a1-7d88236bd366.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 7 Hours Monkey Island and Nature Walk at Soberania National Park £89 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/7-hours-monkey-island-and-nature-walk-at-soberania-national-park.a5169188.activity-details) ![Magnificent Gatun lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49476945/9f7e3cfa-4252-41df-ac72-85d48ce12d23.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) ![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 £47 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chagres-river-aventure-with-the-embera.a2525088.activity-details) ![Monkey Island Rainforest Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4005831/0b02e1d7-7840-40f5-b3c0-875f4af449b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gatun Lake and Rain Forest Tour £60 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gatun-lake-and-rain-forest-tour.a4005831.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) [See all activities in Colon](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Colon.d601867.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Colon ![Panoramic view at the Downtown of Panama City - Panama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2897/e48f6143-9130-47fe-8b71-977ffb07b927.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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