Panama Canal, Panama - Panama City - TravBuddy

Obviously you have to see the Panama Canal. It will take you over an hour to see a ship pass through one of the locks. Mira Flores is the lock set up for tourist to watch. It will cost you $5 (Balboa or American Dollars) and it is money well spent.

The Panamá Canal is must see in Panamá.
The Panamá Canal is a major ship canal that traverses the Isthmus of Panama in Central America, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

I never quite knew what to expect from the Panama Canal. However, it turned out to be a great experience. You can take a tour of the little museum and watch a video about the Canal. Once finished with that you make your way to the observation area. If you are lucky, like I was you will be able to see a few ships making their way through the third lock. It was really neat to here cheering for so many different countries during the who's here portion. Have so much fun! And be sure to learn the history... I think that is what made it so special to me.

Oh, if you have time after visiting the Canal, or maybe before... you should go the the Gamboa Resort at the Panama Canal. Not only is it gorgeous, but you can take a gondola ride through the rain forest (can't remember price, but totally worth it!).