Learn How the City Evolved

Discover the stories, cultures, and history that helped shape Panama through visits to some of the city’s most important museums. Explore the colorful galleries of Biomuseo and learn how the formation of the Isthmus transformed global biodiversity. Step into the historic Interoceanic Canal Museum to uncover the vision and challenges behind the construction of the Panama Canal. Continue to the Mola Museum, where you will discover the artistry and traditions of the Guna people through the iconic mola textile art. Finally, visit the Afro-Antillean Museum to learn about the legacy and contributions of Afro-Caribbean communities during the canal era.