Hidden Gems

Ancon Hill

A short hike to the best 360° view in the city

4.7 CityTrip ScoreFree1.5–2 hours round tripBest: Early morning, before the heat

A steep 45-minute walk up a former U.S. Canal Zone hill, ending at a giant Panamanian flag and a panoramic view over downtown, the canal entrance and the rainforest canopy — few tourists make the climb.

Highlights

360° city + canal view
Chance of spotting sloths

Good for

HikingPhotographyOff the beaten path

HikingSkylineOff the Beaten Path