Shopping - Panama City, Central America

ShoppingGuide was updated: 16 septembrie 2024

Choose your suitcase carefully, for Panama City is ready to fill it. Colorful handicraft markets, fascinating jewelry workshops and massive shopping centers beckon.

Casa Latina

Casa Latina is not just a boutique, or even a museum. It is a place where a passion for heritage, art, culture and a vision of preservation and promotion collide to result in something incredibly meaningful. Here you can admire colorful, high quality items from Panama and the Andean region, learn about Latin American folk art and experience the beauty of traditional handicrafts such as Embera masks, molas or Wounaan baskets.

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El Hombre de la Mancha

Looking for holiday reading while in Panama City? "El Hombre de la Mancha" is the place for you, whether you prefer to read in Spanish or English. This well-stocked bookstore chain has 12 branches around the city, and is an oasis for young and older readers alike. Some of the branches can be found in: - Albrook Mall - Altaplaza Mall - Casco Antiguo - San Francisco - Boulevard de Santiago - Ciudad del Saber

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Reprosa - Treasures of Panama

"Treasure of Panama" is a company of noble intent that faithfully reproduces ancient jewels and indigenous artifacts with the aim of preserving and promoting Panama's history, culture and traditions. During interesting guided tours you will see how jewels are/were made, have a hands-on experience of the crafting process and finally have the chance to buy a precious relic of the past. Stores can be found in: - Casco Viejo - Multiplaza - Costa del Este

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Panama City's Malls

Albrook Mall, the city's biggest shopping center, houses a wide variety of businesses and activities: from cinemas to restaurants, from bowling alleys to 4-star hotels or even a church. Address: Avenida Roosevelt y Avenida de la Amistad, Panama City Phone: +507 303 6255 Multiplaza Mall features mainly high-end brands such as Armani, Louis Vuitton, Calvin Klein, Gucci and many others. Address: Calle Isaac Hanono Missri, Panama City Phone: +507 302 5380 Altaplaza Mall is a modern and large shopping center on the edge of the city, home to many international brands and a renowned cinema. Address: Vía Centenario, Panama City Phone: +507 830 7080 Soho Mall is the fanciest shopping center in town, featuring only luxury brands. As a result, you will often find it half empty and extremely quiet. Address: Calle 50, Entrance Calle 54 and 56, Panama City Phone: +507 200 7476

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The National Handicraft Market

The National Handicraft Market is located next to the ruins of the ancient settlement of Panama Viejo. Inside, you can take a look at the many stands displaying authentic Panamanian crafts, observe the artisans at work, chat with them and buy products straight from the makers' hands.

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Mercado De Artesanias Balboa

This market offers a wide variety of Panama's handicrafts in a small and quiet setting. It is the perfect place to look for traditional souvenirs at a reasonable price. As a plus, the sellers speak English and are open to price negotiations.

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