Panama Travel Guide
Bakersfield
Popular places to visit
Dignity Health Arena
Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Buck Owens Crystal Palace
You can enjoy a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Visit the lively bars or cosy cafes in this relaxing area.
The Park At River Walk
Explore the great outdoors at The Park At River Walk, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Visit the lively bars or cosy cafes in this family-friendly area.
California State University-Bakersfield
Explore the campus of California State University-Bakersfield during your travels in Bakersfield. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Outlets at Tejon
During your trip to Arvin, you can do some window-shopping at Outlets at Tejon. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Kern County Fairgrounds
Take the family on an outing to Kern County Fairgrounds during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the cosy cafes and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Things to do
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield
Top hotels in Panama
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Clean and comfortable room. Nice check in staff.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
Room was clean. WiFi was not working. Laundry facility closed with no posted notice about the hours.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central
Very comfy
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
The Wifi was down when we arrived and we couldn't get a room key. We had to leave someone in the room to let the other in. The room smelt like pet urine and the bed was uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG
Room was mid. Cons: Toilet wasn’t flushing properly, cabinet drawers kept opening (likely due to various slamming doors from other people), various outlets didn’t work. Gym was tiny & elliptical machine was only there for show (it was rusted & there was no cord/plug to power it); no towels stocked ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Padre Hotel
The staff is courteous, polite, very helpful with every need you may have, they go out of their way to accommodate you. The valet parking is wonderful and they always open your car door and meet you at hotel door to open it as well. As far as the food goes, I’ve mostly ordered my food from the hotel ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Panama
Venola
Venola is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Valley Plaza Mall and Kern County Fairgrounds.
Southern Oaks
Southern Oaks might not have many top sights, but Ming Seven Golf Course and The Park At River Walk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kern City
When in Kern City, you can plan a visit to Valley Plaza Mall and Buck Owens Crystal Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Park Community
West Park Community might not have many top sights, but Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Oleander - Sunset
Though Oleander - Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds.
River Oaks
While visiting River Oaks, you might make a stop by sights like The Park At River Walk and Kern River.
