What's Gatun Like?
If you want to find the perfect area to explore, consider Gatun. Visit places like Canal Expansion Observation Center and Gatun Locks when you venture just outside the neighborhood. As you expand your exploration, nearby sights include Gatún Dam.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Gatun?
Though our travelers don't have any top picks in Gatun, here is one favorite nearby:
Melia Panama Canal - 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away
Upscale hotel with 3 outdoor pools, spa- Free parking • Free pool cabanas • Free WiFi • Free kid's activities • Restaurant
Things to See and Do in and around Gatun
Things to See near Gatun:
- Canal Expansion Observation Center (0.7 mi/1.2 km away)
- Gatun Locks (0.4 mi/0.6 km away)
- Gatún Dam (1 mi/1.6 km away)
When Is the Best Time to Visit Cristobal?
- Hottest months: May, September, April, June (average 80°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, November, March (average 79°F)
- Rainiest months: November, July, August, October (average 14 inches of rainfall)