Metropolitan Natural Park, Natural park in northern downtown Panama City, Panama.
This 265-hectare protected area contains extensive tropical forest with hiking trails leading to a 150-meter-high lookout overlooking Panama City and the canal.
The park grounds witnessed significant combat operations during the United States military intervention to remove Manuel Noriega from power in Panama.
Scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute conduct ongoing studies of forest ecosystems within the protected natural environment.
Visitors can obtain English and Spanish self-guided tour pamphlets at the information center, located 40 meters north of the main entrance.
The research crane installation enables scientists to examine an entire ecosystem thriving in the forest canopy high above ground level.
Location: Panama City
Inception: 1988
Address: Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama Panama City Panama City
Opening Hours: Lunedì-Domenica 07:00-16:30
Phone: +5072325516
Website: https://parquemetropolitano.org
GPS coordinates: 8.99100,-79.54600
Latest update: May 14, 2025 06:58
Panama features a variety of photographic settings, from the colonial district of Casco Viejo to the fine sandy beaches of the San Blas Islands. Panama City combines historic heritage and modern architecture, including Frank Gehry's Biomuseo and the Miraflores locks that showcase canal engineering. Walks such as Cinta Costera or Amador Causeway offer views over the bay and the city skyline. Beyond the city, the country reveals rich and accessible nature. The Baru volcano rises over 3400 meters in Chiriquí province, while the Bocas del Toro archipelago hosts secluded beaches with turquoise waters. Tropical forests, marine reserves, and mountain trails complete this landscape diversity, making Panama a full photographic destination between the Atlantic and Pacific.
Panama City combines Spanish colonial architecture with modern urban design. Visitors can explore 16th-century ruins at Panama Viejo, walk through Casco Viejo's historic streets, and discover tropical forests at Metropolitan National Park. The city features waterfront boulevards, cultural venues, and architectural landmarks like the Frank Gehry-designed Biodiversity Museum. Urban parks and traditional markets complement the historical sites, while Ancon Hill provides city views.
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