Bars near the Banking Area Panama City

Distances and transfers

The whole downtown nightlife core is 10-15 minutes apart by Uber. Calle Uruguay sits next to the Banking Area, so from most hotels you get there fast. Walking within the street itself is the norm.

Why Q'Paso Ayer

At Q'Paso Ayer the night has a script: you arrive for dinner and the early after-work, move on to games and warm-up, and stay for the DJ. All on Calle Uruguay, the liveliest zone in Panama City. Shareable food, drinks and a good mix of locals and travelers.

Panama City's nightlife zones

The main ones are Calle Uruguay/Bella Vista (the liveliest and most varied), Casco Viejo (pretty and touristy, rooftops with views, higher prices), Marbella and Obarrio (office bars and after-work) and Amador (breeze and views, quieter). For a first night, Calle Uruguay packs the best into the smallest area.

Get in free on the list

Best part for your wallet: you can join the FREE guest list for each event. Pick your group (girls or guys), drop your name and get free entry until the listed time. No online payments, no hassle — just arrive before the list closes.

The area: Calle Uruguay

Calle Uruguay is in Bella Vista, minutes from the Banking Area and from Panama City's main hotels and hostels. It's the easiest zone for a night out with no long transfers — everything is walkable and Uber/taxi are right there.

Tips for your night

Grab some food when you arrive: you pace yourself, share with the group and last longer. Come early: free guest-list entry has a cut-off time and the best tables go fast.

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