Panama City: list of places for sport activities

There are a number of new places which have recently opened in Panama City that offer excellent conditions for sportive lifestyle. 5-10 years back nobody could have thought that in just a few years Panama will convert into one of leading cities with sportive infrastructure in Central and South America.

Ciclovia

6 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Sunday all the way from Panama Viejo to Cinta Costera 3 roads are closed to let the Panama City’s bicycle riders, runners, roller skaters enjoy their morning workout. Enjoy beautiful view of Panama Bahia, high-rise skyline and wonderful morning freshness.

You may rent bicycles free of charge near Multicentro, just bring your cedula or passport.

Cinta Costera

Panama City has incredible beautiful and long waterfront park with all sport facilities you could imagine: jogging, cycling, street workout equipment, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts etc. All of that with amazing views towards the ocean and beautiful Panama City skyline.

Parque Omar

Just a great park in the middle of San Francisco residential area with a 3.5 km bicycle paths, clean green lawns, outdoor fitness equipment and playgrounds.

Skyscrapers and the stairs

Panama City is known for its futuristic skyline. There are hundreds of buildings with 30 floors and above. It is very possible that you live in one of them. Use this opportunity to exercise! Climbing up stairs on the way back to your apartment is a wonderful exercise for those who do not have much time, but do desire to be in good shape.

Hikes in the city

Panama city has mostly plain terrain, but there are at least two location for small hikes. First, there is Cerro Ancon – the highest natural point in the capital, which offers a great view to the city.

Second, there is Metropolitano park. Leave for a hike early and stock up on water and don’t forget a map of the park.

Swimming

Lots of residential building in Panama contain swimming pools in their social areas. However, many can find them boring and small. Panama City has a number of public swimming pool with 25 and 50 meter lanes. One big swimming pool is located in Ciudad de Saber (“Knowledge City”), another is close to Albrook airport. Below are the screenshot with the map of both places. Entrance fee for both of them is between $3.5-4.0.

Walking

Many may disagree, but Panama City is actually suitable for walking. If it is early morning or afternoon and the day heat is gone, take a 20-30 minutes’ walk whatever your destination is… Great promenade opportunities are in most central residential areas as Bella Vista, Cangrejo, San Francisco, and among distant ones – Clayton and Panama Pacifico.