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Miami

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Wynwood Walls

4.7 (48,170)

Outdoor street art museum with massive murals by global artists. Instagram central. Galleries and breweries nearby.

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South Beach

Iconic Art Deco district with white sands, turquoise waters, and Ocean Drive vibes. People-watching paradise. Short taxi from port.

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Bayside Marketplace

4.5 (77,635)

Waterfront shopping and dining near cruise port. Live bands and boat tours. Easy family spot.

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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

4.7 (15,695)

1920s Renaissance-style villa with European art and bayside gardens. Docent tours. Opulent escape.

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Cartagena

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Castillo San Felipe de Barajas

4.7 (66,374)

Climb tunnels of the massive 17th-century fortress for cannon views. Impregnable icon. Shuttle up hill.

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Walled City (Ciudad Amurallada)

4.8 (2,252)

Explore colonial streets with balconies, plazas, and forts in UNESCO old town. Vibrant history. Walk from port.

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Getsemaní Neighborhood

4.7 (496)

Street art, murals, and local bars in this edgy artist quarter. Authentic contrast to tourist zone. Nearby walled city.

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Naval Museum of the Caribbean

4.5 (3,737)

Pirate and naval artifacts in a 1700s fort. Swashbuckling fun. Harborfront.

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Colón

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Panama Canal Gatun Locks

4.7 (790)

Watch massive ships transit locks; viewing center excursion. Engineering wonder. Canal highlight.

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Portobelo Ruins

4.6 (336)

Spanish fort and Black Christ church; 30-min drive. Pirate history. Atmospheric.

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Embera Indigenous Village

4.8 (137)

River canoe to authentic village demos; cultural tour. Crafts and dances. Immersive.

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Monkey Island

4.9 (38)

Boat to Gatun Lake islands with sloths, monkeys; canal combo. Wildlife feeding. Fun nature.

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Watch massive ships navigate the locks up close from the observation deck at this must-see spot on the Pacific side. Interactive exhibits explain the canal's engineering marvels, perfect for a half-day visit. Ideal for cruise passengers with telescopes and IMAX theater.

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Centennial Bridge

4.5 (910)

Drive or walk near this modern cable-stayed bridge offering stunning canal views. Best for photos of ships passing underneath. Quick stop en route to locks.

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Panama Canal Railway

Enjoy a scenic 1-hour rail journey parallel to the canal from Colón to Panama City. Spot wildlife and locks from vintage train cars. Convenient for those docking nearby.

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Agua Clara Locks

4.7 (4,583)

Visit the newer Atlantic-side locks with advanced water-saving technology. Observation tower provides panoramic views of mega-ships. Less crowded than Miraflores.

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Puntarenas

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Monteverde Cloud Forest

4.5 (5,761)

Hanging bridges, zip-lines, and orchids in misty reserve; 3hrs away. Wildlife spotting heaven for eco-tourists. Full-day must for adventurers.

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Excursion to Poás Volcano

4.8 (39)

Active crater lake volcano 1.5hrs inland; steaming views weather permitting. Bucket-list nature adventure. Popular cruise shuttle tour.

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Puntarenas Beach

4.2 (1,156)

Long dark-sand beach for swimming, volleyball, and beach bars. Prime spot for cruise beach break with Pacific waves. Right by the port.

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Wildlife River Cruise

4.6 (765)

Mangrove boat tour for crocs, birds, monkeys along Tempisque River. Nature close-up thrill. Short eco-excursion.

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Puerto Quetzal

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Antigua Guatemala

4.3 (99)

Colonial UNESCO gem with yellow cathedral ruins, volcanic backdrops—cobblestone charm. 1.5-hr bus from port, walking tour central. Arco de Santa Catalina frames volcano.

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