Causeway

A marvel of engineering that doubles as an urban playground, the Amador Causeway extends nearly four miles into the Pacific Ocean, constructed from rocks excavated during the building of the Panama Canal. This narrow strip of asphalt connects the mainland to four small islands—Naos, Perico, Culebra, and Flamenco—serving as a symbolic bridge between the city’s colonial past and its maritime future. The atmosphere here is distinctly oceanic, characterized by salty breezes and a skyline view that rivals any global capital. Historically a strategic military outpost, the area has transitioned into a premier leisure destination preferred by fitness enthusiasts, Sunday strollers, and those seeking respite from the skyscrapers of the banking district. Residents from across the demographic spectrum congregate here to watch massive cargo vessels queued for their turn at the canal, creating a unique social cross-section where professional athletes train alongside families indulging in artisanal gelato. It is a place defined by movement and the rhythmic industry of the world's most famous waterway.