Cinta Costera

Cinta Costera is a viaduct and land reclamation project in Panama City, Panama, stretching along the bay shoreline. The development connects several neighborhoods through wide pedestrian paths, cycling routes, and planted zones overlooking the water.

Construction began in the early 2000s to ease traffic congestion along the waterfront and create new public space. Completion brought changes to the city skyline and linked areas previously separated by water and traffic.

The name refers to the coastal belt that wraps around the bay like a ribbon of concrete and greenery. Locals use the paths daily for jogging and cycling, while families gather on the lawns for weekend picnics.

Access is available along the entire length, so you can enter at various points depending on your location. Wide pathways make walking and cycling easy, and shaded areas provide relief from midday sun.

Circular platforms feature fixed binoculars that visitors can use free of charge to watch ships and seabirds. These viewing points sit directly above the water and give the sensation of floating in the middle of the bay.

Location: Panama City

Inception: June 20, 2009

GPS coordinates: 8.95125,-79.53301

Latest update: December 8, 2025 15:48