Canal Administration Building

The historic headquarters behind the Panama Canal

Standing atop a hill overlooking Balboa, this monumental building has served as the administrative heart of the Panama Canal since 1914. Its Italian Renaissance architecture, grand staircase and historic murals tell the story of the extraordinary engineering effort behind the Canal, making the building and its surroundings an impressive stop for history and architecture lovers.

Interior access may be restricted; exterior areas can be appreciated from the surrounding public spaces