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Parque Urracá

Bella Vista · Panama City

Parque Urracá

Bella Vista's green lung — 7 hectares in the heart of Panama City

Free05:00 – 22:00Bella Vista

In pictures

Photos taken by Inside Panama in April-May 2026 in Bella Vista, Panama City.

Park overview and events area
Park overview and events area
Tropical flora and old trees
Tropical flora and old trees
Kids playground
Kids playground
Path to Cinta Costera with commemorative statues
Path to Cinta Costera with commemorative statues
Events and concerts area
Events and concerts area
Dog park and events area at night
Dog park and events area at night
Dedicated dog area
Dedicated dog area
Public baseball field
Public baseball field
Basketball court
Basketball court
Outdoor street workout equipment
Outdoor street workout equipment
Basketball court stands
Basketball court stands
Recycling sorting — rare in Panama
Recycling sorting — rare in Panama
Book donation container (Alcaldía)
Book donation container (Alcaldía)
Clothing donation container
Clothing donation container
Mariano Santos Mateo statue (Peru)
Mariano Santos Mateo statue (Peru)
Francisco Bolognesi statue (Peru)
Francisco Bolognesi statue (Peru)
Commemorative statue — bronze bust
Commemorative statue — bronze bust
Commemorative statue — side view
Commemorative statue — side view
Kids playground — sand + structures
Kids playground — sand + structures
Events area during the day
Events area during the day
Picnic tables under the trees
Picnic tables under the trees
Jogging path around the park perimeter
Jogging path around the park perimeter
Plastic bottle sorting — municipal program
Plastic bottle sorting — municipal program
Main entrance of Parque Urracá
Main entrance of Parque Urracá
Central view — the heart of the park with its palm trees
Central view — the heart of the park with its palm trees
Main dog park — close-knit expat community
Main dog park — close-knit expat community
Water fountain for dogs in the dog park
Water fountain for dogs in the dog park
Double gate system to prevent dog escapes
Double gate system to prevent dog escapes
Dog park rules — bilingual ES/EN signage
Dog park rules — bilingual ES/EN signage
Separate mini dog park — for small dogs
Separate mini dog park — for small dogs
Events area during the day — weekend concerts
Events area during the day — weekend concerts
Events plaza overview
Events plaza overview
Social space — communal table and benches
Social space — communal table and benches
My Australian Shepherd at the Parque Urracá dog park
My Australian Shepherd at the Parque Urracá dog park
Daily life of an expat dog in Bella Vista
Daily life of an expat dog in Bella Vista
Australian Shepherd at home between park visits
Australian Shepherd at home between park visits
My Basenji — Congolese breed perfect for tropical climate
My Basenji — Congolese breed perfect for tropical climate
Basenji napping — barkless breed, heat-tolerant
Basenji napping — barkless breed, heat-tolerant
Basenji portrait — the breed nobody knows in Panama
Basenji portrait — the breed nobody knows in Panama
Basenji in costume — cuddly despite the aloof look
Basenji in costume — cuddly despite the aloof look

Why go

When to go

Morning (6 to 9 AM) for runners, late afternoon (5 to 8 PM) for families and events. Avoid noon (hot, direct sun). Weekends bring activities and an occasional bio market.

What to do

Run / bike

1.2 km loop around the park, palm-shaded path with tropical trees.

Dog walking

Dedicated dog park with a sand zone and equipment. Many expats and their dogs — tight community.

Free sports

Public basketball and baseball courts. Outdoor gym (street workout) freely accessible.

Kids' playground

Sand zone, swings, structures. Good afternoon shade.

Community events

Bio market Saturday mornings (occasional). Free concerts now and then — check @municipiopanama on Insta.

How to get there

Metro
Iglesia del Carmen station (Line 1) — 8 min walk
Bus
MiBus lines via Av. Federico Boyd or Calle 50
Uber / InDriver
$2-4 from Marbella / Bella Vista / Punta Pacífica
On foot
From Bella Vista: Av. Federico Boyd or Calle 41 Este. From Cinta Costera: via the pedestrian bridge (5 min).
Parking
Free street parking around the park (Calle 41 Este). Residential area, spots available in daytime.

Expat tips

FAQ

Is the park safe?

Yes during the day — family + expat crowd. At night, stick to lit areas (sports + dog park).

Can you picnic there?

Yes, on the lawns or at picnic tables. No barbecues allowed.

Is there a café or kiosk?

Not in the park. Bella Vista neighbourhood around has a dozen cafés within 5 min walk.

Wheelchair accessible?

Partially. The outer loop is paved and flat, but the playground and sports courts have steps.

Reader reviews

Nearby

Urracá ↔ Cinta Costera FootbridgeThe 80-metre walkway connecting the city park to the waterfront — an essential shortcut
Cinta CosteraThe iconic coastal ribbon — 26 hectares reclaimed from the bay between Casco Viejo and Punta Pacífica