The Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is an important part of Panama's history, culture, and economy. Because of this, I blog regularly about it, adding new informative information on a regular basis. Here are links to some of my blogs about the Panama Canal.
- The Panama Canal: Its History and Significance to Panama
- The Panama Canal Expansion
- How Panama and the US Work Together to Keep the Panama Canal Secure
- Panamax Ships: A Marvel of Maritime Engineering - From Past to Neo-Panamax Present
- Panamax vs. Neo-Panamax vs. ULCV: A Container Ship Showdown
- The Panama Canal Oceanic Museum
Visiting the Panama Canal
I have an entire blog devoted to information about visiting the Panama Canal. Below is the most important information. You can read the full blog here to get all of the information you need to visit one of the wonders of the world. Be sure to visit the websites below for updated information on costs and hours.
Panama Canal Authority: The Official Source
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) is the official source for all things related to the Panama Canal. Their website is your compass for accurate information, including toll rates, vessel schedules, and transit reservations.
Website: Panama Canal Authority
NOTE: There is an EN button at the top of the website that will give you the English version of the website.
Miraflores Locks Visitor Center: A Canal Gateway
Location: Miraflores Locks, Panama City
Cost: Generally, around $20 for adults, $12 for children
Open Hours: Usually from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Website: Miraflores Visitor Center
Panama Canal Expansion: The Agua Clara Locks
Location: The new locks at Agua Clara, near Colón
Cost: Usually around $5 for adults, $2 for children
Open Hours: Typically from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Website: Agua Clara Locks
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) is the official source for all things related to the Panama Canal. Their website is your compass for accurate information, including toll rates, vessel schedules, and transit reservations.
Website: Panama Canal Authority
NOTE: There is an EN button at the top of the website that will give you the English version of the website.
Miraflores Locks Visitor Center: A Canal Gateway
Location: Miraflores Locks, Panama City
Cost: Generally, around $20 for adults, $12 for children
Open Hours: Usually from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Website: Miraflores Visitor Center
Panama Canal Expansion: The Agua Clara Locks
Location: The new locks at Agua Clara, near Colón
Cost: Usually around $5 for adults, $2 for children
Open Hours: Typically from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Website: Agua Clara Locks