Panama city is inmensely active in regards to nightlife. There are tons of restaurants, bars and clubs where people go out to have a drink, relax, listen to music and dance. You will find that panamanians love to dress well, impress and be impressed when going out. Casinos throughtout the city constantly host events to keep people coming, and they do come.

Concerts, conventions, pro boxing fights, inaugurations, coupled with the great influx of Americans seeking retirement, Colombians, Venezuelans and many other nationalities are increasing the activity at which Panama City celebrates as the never before seen real estate boom is taking the country to economic levels that have not been seen before.

A city of over 1 million people, it is one of the most important international finance and insurance centers in Latin America, and of course a center for the maritime industry. This fact has also helped Panama become a "tazita de oro" in central america these days. Clubs don't close until the manager says he is closing and you might find yourself seing the sunrise as you leave a bar, club or even a "massage parlor". It all takes place in three sectors of the city:The downtown business district, Casco Viejo, the historic Spanish Colonial sector and on Amador Causeway which connecting four islands in Panama Bay. When in Panama go out and dance the night away anywhere. The Fiesta Casino just behind the Hotel El Panama is an awesome place to hang out and dance and there other new clubs that cutting edge and rival those in New York and Miami so ask around and you'll get the right answer. Like at any other country stay safe and always obey your instincts.

BUSINESS DISTRICT NIGHTLIFE BARS:
Koppas: A popular new nightclub right around the corner from the Marriott. Live tributes on Thursdays.
The Wine Bar: The place for wine lovers, the Wine Bar has more than 300 wines and pizza baked in a stone oven. Great place for conversation with an in house live music trio. In El Cangrejo in the business district near the El Panama Hotel. Also on the Amador Causeway.
El Pavo Real: An authentic British pub in the heart of Panama City. Good pub food, a sedate, friendly bar scene and a favorite place for natives, Americans and Brits. Around the corner from the Marriot Hotel in the business district.

Clubs & Discos:
Buzz: This fun, spacious nightclub is host to DJs spinning a mix of reggaeton, salsa and Latin Pop. Draws a younger crowd from teens to twenties. Located at Plaza Pacifica, 2nd floor. 226.0333/ 226.0217
Oz: Young and hip, this cool lounge has fun nightly specials and live bands. Calle 53 Marbella, 265.2805.
Rock Cafe: Near Calle 50 in front of the World Trade Center. Tuesdays ladies night.
Moods: Popular nightclub recently renovated, on Uruguay St.
The Gallery: Art and music in two areas: The Main Room and The Blue Room. Located in Plaza New York, second floor. Thursdays: Heavy Nights College party, Fridays: Varied rythms, Saturdays: Lucky Seven Party.

CASINOS:
Crown Casino: Caesar Park Hotel
Fiesta Casino: El Panama Hotel
Majestic Casinos: Multicentro
Veneto Casino: Veneto Hotel – New state-of-art casino- you will feel like you are in Las Vegas.

AMADOR CAUSEWAY NIGHTLIFE:
Café Barko: For the over-30 crowd, sea breezes, great sushi, golden oldies music. Tel: 314.0001
Play: Resembles a trendy nightspot in Miami, featuring loungey décor and ocean views. Occasionally hosts themed parties and DJs from around the world.
The Wine Bar: The place for wine lovers, the Wine Bar has more than 300 wine selections as well as cheese and pizza. Great place for conversation with a house music trio.
La Marina: Pool table, live music, food, dancing, and patio area. 314.3360

NIGHT LIFE IN OTHER PLACES:
Bolero: Bella Vista, 42nd Street 225.4924
Gasthaus Bavaria: Bella Vista, 50th Street 265.6772
Happy’s: Aquilino de la Guarida 213.2242
Hard Rock Café: Multicentro Mall 208.2800
Café Santé: Multicentro Mall 208.2534
Steinbock: Via Cincuentenario 270.2784.