Biomuseo
Quick Facts
- Location
- Panama, Panama City
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 2-3 hours
- Opening Hours
- Friday 09:00-15:00 · Sunday 10:00-15:00 · Tuesday 09:00-15:00 · Saturday 10:00-15:00 · Thursday 09:00-15:00 · Wednesday 09:00-15:00 · Closed on Mondays; special year-end holiday schedule applies
- Ticket Price
- Free Admission: children under 5 free · Adult: 20 PAB · Full-admission ticket covering all exhibitions, sold at the museum box office only; Panamanian citizens and permanent residents: adults 10 PAB, children/students 6 PAB, seniors 5 PAB; four-person package 60 PAB non-residents, 24 PAB residents; 50% discount for SENADIS certificate holders
- Address
- Biomuseo, Calzada de Amador, Ancón, Distrito de Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, 0843, Panamá
- Coordinates
- 8.9319, -79.5448
Introduction
The Biomuseo, Panama's museum of natural history, stands at the entrance to the Amador Causeway on the Pacific side of the Panama Canal, and is a well-known landmark of Panama City. Designed by the celebrated architect Frank Gehry, it has a striking folded, multicoloured roof and is his first work in Latin America. The museum takes the formation of the Isthmus of Panama and its biodiversity as its theme, using eight galleries to tell how this land bridge joined North and South America and reshaped global ecology. Displays combine specimens, models and interactive exhibits and suit families. Close to the canal and causeway with open views, it pairs well with nearby sights; allow about two hours.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 09:00-15:00 |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 09:00-15:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00-15:00 |
| Friday | 09:00-15:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00-15:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00-15:00 |
Closed on Mondays; special year-end holiday schedule applies
Ticket Information
| Free Admission | children under 5 free |
|---|---|
| Adult | 20 PAB |
| Child | 12 PAB (5–17 years, non-residents) |
| Senior | 16 PAB (non-residents, with ID) |
| Student | 12 PAB (non-residents, with student ID) |
Full-admission ticket covering all exhibitions, sold at the museum box office only; Panamanian citizens and permanent residents: adults 10 PAB, children/students 6 PAB, seniors 5 PAB; four-person package 60 PAB non-residents, 24 PAB residents; 50% discount for SENADIS certificate holders
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Biomuseo?
Friday: 09:00-15:00; Sunday: 10:00-15:00; Tuesday: 09:00-15:00; Saturday: 10:00-15:00; Thursday: 09:00-15:00; Wednesday: 09:00-15:00; Closed on Mondays; special year-end holiday schedule applies
How much is the admission for Biomuseo?
Free Admission: children under 5 free; Adult: 20 PAB; Child: 12 PAB (5–17 years, non-residents); Senior: 16 PAB (non-residents, with ID); Student: 12 PAB (non-residents, with student ID); Full-admission ticket covering all exhibitions, sold at the museum box office only; Panamanian citizens and permanent residents: adults 10 PAB, children/students 6 PAB, seniors 5 PAB; four-person package 60 PAB non-residents, 24 PAB residents; 50% discount for SENADIS certificate holders
Any practical tips for visiting Biomuseo?
Check the opening days and times before setting out, as it is not open every day. See the permanent galleries first, then walk the causeway for a smoother visit.
How long should I spend at Biomuseo?
A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.
