The Amador Causeway

Panama City, Panamá

Causeway Amador, Panamá Photo: Benjamín Gremler
Causeway Amador, Panama City

Connecting Panama City to a string of four small islands, the Amador Causeway is a vibrant green space and a perfect blend of history and modern recreation.

The Amador Causeway: A Fusion of History and Recreation

The 6-kilometer (3.7-mile) road itself is a testament to the country's engineering prowess, built between 1904 and 1914 with rock excavated during the construction of the Panama Canal.

Today, the causeway is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering stunning panoramic views of the Panama City skyline, the Bridge of the Americas, and the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal.

What to Do:

  • Active Recreation: The causeway is a great place to walk, jog, skate, or bike. Electric scooters are also available for rent, providing a fun way to explore the entire length of the road.
  • Dining and Shopping: Many of the old military buildings, once part of the U.S. military base of Fort Amador, have been repurposed into a variety of restaurants, shops, and clubs. You can find everything from traditional Panamanian cuisine to Italian and Japanese fare.
  • Cultural Attractions: The causeway is home to key cultural sites, including the Biomuseo, a colorful architectural landmark designed by Frank Gehry, and the Punta Culebra Nature Center, a living museum operated by the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.
  • Gateway to the Islands: The causeway is the departure point for ferry boats to popular destinations like Taboga Island and the Las Perlas archipelago. You can also rent kayaks and paddleboards to explore the surrounding waters.

How to Get There:

Getting to the Amador Causeway by public transport is easy. Take Metro Line 1 to the final Albrook station. From there, walk about 100 meters south to the Metro-Albrook bus station and board a C850 route bus that will take you directly to the causeway.