Bridge of the Americas (Puente de las Americas) Tours and Tickets

Yes, on the west side of the Bridge of the Américas, you’ll find the Mirador de las Américas and Mirador del Faro observation decks, as well as lookouts from Playita El Faro beach. The only way to take photos while crossing the bridge itself is via a moving vehicle.

The Bridge of the Américas is a road bridge that spans the Panama Canal. Part of the Pan-American Highway, the bridge itself is 5,426 feet (1,654 meters) long and connects Panama City with the western side of the country, including the Panama Pacific International Airport (BLB).

No, you cannot walk across the Bridge of the Américas. While there were walkways on either side of the traffic lanes, pedestrians are no longer allowed to use these routes. Guardrails deter pedestrians from crossing; if you see others hopping the rails, it’s not recommended or safe to do so.

Yes, many tour companies drive across the Bridge of the Américas or to the observation decks, typically as part of a larger tour. These tours may include general highlights of Panama City, or they may feature more specific aspects of Panama’s history, such as the Panama Canal.

Private cars, tour buses, and commercial vehicles are all permitted to cross the Bridge of Américas. It is a normal highway bridge that allows vehicles to pass along it at any time of day, all year-round, without paying tolls.

Yes, the eastern side of the Bridge of the Américas is close to multiple attractions and landmarks in Panama City, such as the Panama Convention Center and International Maritime University of Panama. Also nearby is Panama City’s historic district, home to the Panama Canal Museum, National Theater, and France Square.