Tocumen is a city situated in Panama, rich in culture. It has a lot to offer its visitors and is a city with a wide cultural diversity. Travelers can explore the city as per their convenience. Some travelers who are a bit adventurous choose to discover the city on their own but for the people who choose to travel safely here are some options for exploring the city.

The local bus service is a much preferred way that travelers adopt because of its reliability. There are two types of bus services which operate from Panama City — the highway buses, and the city buses. The buses in Tocumen are frequent and some are even air conditioned. The local fare charged by the buses is USD $1/hour. The buses are preferred only for local travel, not for a journey to the Tocumen International Airport as the rates are sky high. If you choose to travel by the new Metro Bus you should get the “Metrobus Card” made in advance as it is mandatory for these buses.

Hiring a Taxi is the choice of travelers who prefer comfort and don't care about the money being spent. The taxis operate according to the zones and the charges are negotiable, depending on the location and time. Taxis are advisable if you can speak Spanish. While traveling to and from the Tocumen International Airport it is preferable to share a taxi.

Renting a car is the best way to travel around the city as you can explore the city with a free mind. A car is also preferred because the roads of the city are pretty nicely laid out and well maintained. When renting a car it is necessary that you have a drivers license. The laws are the same as in Europe and US. Cars can be rented out directly from the Tocumen International Airport. Renting cars is a travel method chosen by most of the international travelers. You can find out more about this option if thinking of renting a car.

Air travel is mostly used while entering or leaving the city. Tocumen International Airport is the most used airport for air travel. It is the busiest airport in all of Central America and has been functional since 1947. Its covers an area of 224,200 sq ft and is a flight destination of 21 international as well as national airlines. Tocumen International Airport is the only airport in Central America having two runways, a total of 7,784,328 passengers have taken a flight from here in the year 2013.

These are some ways by which you can explore the city. It is up to you and your travel budget as to which mode of travel is best suited for you. The city of Tocumen is to be explored by every tourist as the city has a lot of places worth visiting and making your trip even more memorable.

If your soul hits the bottom it may need a revitalizing dose of nightlife. The city of Tocumen along with its ally cities offers a chance to revitalize your mind with amazing drinks, food and amazing music. Tocumen offers an enthralling experience to the night lovers from all around the globe, if you're a party animal then you are sure to fall in love with the city and its nightlife. The best clubs and nightlife joints around the city are enlisted below.

AltaBar - It has brought the locals a whole new way to spend the night. It offers different environments under one roof: a restro-bar and discotheque. The club decorated in contemporary fashion offering impeccable standard of service, has become the most popular nightclub. A very classy decor, loud music is what the club has in store for all the party animals. AltaBar offers an extensive food and drinks menu for those wanting to just relax. It is undoubtedly for spending a memorable night and indulge your senses.

Onplog - It is situated in Casco Viejo offering an unconventional atmosphere supporting Red Devil accessories all over. If you're a nature lover then Onplog is the place to be because the interior is decorated using recycled material. The club flaunts walls and tables full of graffiti, a hookah bar, pool tables and creative umbrella shaped lighting. National-International Rock & roll and local reggae makes you dance and groove.

The Londoner Pub - the place to be if you're a typical Britisher. It's the only British pub in Panama offering a true British pub environment offering a live music, pool tables, darts and a variety of beer some of which are only found here.  The Londoner Pub service is friendly and quick. The fish ‘n chips, buffalo wings, oven baked pizza, Shepherd’s pie, nachos are the best dishes on the food menu. A fantastic mix of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s English music is a treat to the ears.

BLING - One of the hottest nightlife destination in all of Panama City. A 1970's style interior, ultra modern lights and loud international music. The club is situated on the first floor of The Hard Rock Hotel in Panama City. BLING is a mash up of party destinations like Ibiza, Las Vegas and Miami all under one roof. The club has bar tables, VIP area and a dance floor to party.

These are the best nightlife spots in the city having a happening and friendly crowd to rub your shoulders with. Nightlife around Tocumen can be enjoyed if you fully immerse in the scents of the city. A lot is to be experienced in the nightlife of Tocumen which lives up to the expectations.

This is for those travelers who love adventurous outings and choose to travel paths less trodden by man. A perfect trip is organized by the Gamboa Rainforest Resort in Panama city. The trip is a 9 day adventure trip from the day of arrival to the day of departure. Undoubtedly, a true adventure trip that would be cherished forever. This trip is the prefect retreat from your monotonous life and a chance to experience nature in its bliss.

The schedule followed by the trip would be as follows:-

Day 1 - Upon your arrival at the Tocumen International Airport you are greeted and taken to the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, situated on the tranquil and mesmerizing shores of the Panama Canal.

Day 2 - In the morning you are greeted by a Naturalist Guide. You travel in a special expedition boat across the Gatun Lake and Panama Canal. Keep your eyes open as you would catch glimpses of many rare animals. The views of the Panama Canal are exceptional. Later in Gamboa town a picnic lunch is organized.

Day 3 - You travel to El Corotu located on the coast of Madden Lake. A dugout motorized canoe awaits you for travel to Chagres River. Chagres National Park, the largest National Park covering a 320,000-acre area. Later at the Embera village you are greeted with local dance & music. If you're fortunate enough you might have the chance to get painted with a natural dye by the locals. A lunch at the nearby waterfall is organized.

Day 4 - A kayaking excursion to the Chagres River is undertaken. Lunch is organized at a local restaurant. In the evening you fly to Chiriqui called as “Panama’s breadbasket” containing panoramic highland sceneries. You are transferred to Boquete a countryside wrapped in flowers, extraordinary cloud fores and coffee plantations. The night is spent at Finca Lerida Lodge.

Day 5 - The morning starts with a tree trek on a zip line to explore the rainforest. Discovering a whole new perspective of wildlife. Those not willing to enjoy the rainforest by zip line can go on a tour of the Chiriqui River.

Day 6 - A 4 hour journey to Bocas del Toro the province of coral reefs. You are then taken to Isla Colon via a boat. Your first destination would be a rock bulging from the Caribbean Sea called Swan's Cay. Boca del Drago is where you would spend the evening searching for colorful starfish. The night is spent at Bocas Inn.

Day 7 - You depart by boat from the Bocas Inn to Bastimentos National Park, a marine national park. Later you arrive at Cayman Trail. You get to visit local communities to buy handicrafts, followed by lunch.

Day 8 - A flight takes you back to Panama City, where you visit Casco Viejo, a Marine Exhibition at Culebra Point and a visit to the Biodiversity Museum. The night ends with a farewell dinner.

Day 9 - The trip ends and you are dropped off at the Tocumen International Airport 2.5 hours prior to your flight timing.

This trip is the perfect break which you need from your busy and monotonous city life. Have an awesome time and explore the wild side of nature and also get a chance to see some local flora and fauna.