Barrio Norte Travel Guide
Colon
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Popular places to visit
Fort San Lorenzo
You can learn about the history of Colon when you stop by Fort San Lorenzo. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Monument to Christopher Columbus
You can learn about the history of Colon with a stop at Monument to Christopher Columbus. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
November 5 Park
November 5 Park is just one of the places to see in Colon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Juventud Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juventud Park, a lovely green space in Colon.
Colon Free Zone
During your trip to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon Free Zone.
Colon 2000
During your visit to Colon, you can do some window-shopping at Colon 2000. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Top hotels in Barrio Norte
New Washington Hotel
This hotel is completely run down, very interesting history as it's built in 1912, but completely neglected. The neighborhood is also not great. Unfortunate that such a historic place is being lost.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Meryland
They never gave us a room. I need my refund
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Radisson Colon 2,000 Hotel & Casino
This hotel is old, needs some work and in general musty. We booked here because we were going on a cruise, it’s close to a very nice Mall with lots of food options. Colon is neither attractive or visitor friendly. If it’s one night for a cruise, fine, otherwise stay in Panama City and drive up for ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
SAND DIAMOND HOTEL
Breakfast was good, the wait staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
La Cubana Hotel & Residencial
Hotel Sotelo
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Norte
Barrio Sur
If you're spending some time in Barrio Sur, Colon Free Zone and Colon 2000 are top sights worth seeing.
Cristobal
Travellers enjoy Cristobal for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Limon Bay while you're in the area.
Coco Solo
If you're spending some time in Coco Solo, Colon Free Zone and Limon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Gatun
Gatun is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatún Dam are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
