It is amazing to see, something made by the man and still working perfectly after 100 years

It was raining the day we went, so a quick trip was perfect. We paid the $8 for the Miraflores museum and movie. Be sure to go early in the morning or later in the afternoon (2-5ish) to actually see ships moving through the lock. We were in and out in about an hour 15 mins. I would recommend arranging... More

Spectacular at night, the museum and exhibits really add to the experience.

Having wanted to visit since I was a child, I guess that anticipation spoiled the experience. The Miraflores building is under renovation therefore several sections are closed. The film was brief but informative. At the time of my visit there was only one ship and it was a tiny steamer that hardly showed above the canal wall. Therefore my pictures... More

Really worth a visit. I went around 04h00 pm. Plenty of ships running through the canal. Impressive. Take the full tour so that you can get to see the move. Roof terras currently under renovation. Best views from the 3rd florr restaurant's terras.

the Mireflores viewing can get crowded....but I was first in line at the opening (9:00 a.m.) and first one on deck and could secure a corner on the rail for good viewing. What a history and feat! The 2 new locks for the really big super ships is to open summer of 2014.

Entry to the Miraflores Locks Visitor's Center gives access to a viewing platform (with seating) right above the locks. It's fascinating to watch the slow parade of ships entering a chamber, rising, moving to the next chamber, and exiting the locks. A bilingual announcer gives regular updates over the PA system, along with interesting facts about the canal and locks.... More

Being able to view the ships so close as they passed through the canal. The excellent museum- the gigantic human and engineering endeavour of building it was clearly described, with wonderful original photos. I liked the local wild life collection too, as well as the video.

You can get to this attraction by taking the red double decker bus tour. Otherwise local tour companies like Gamboa offer boat rides through the canal for a premium price and it really isn't necessary to ride the boat through there for the 'full experience'. You'll do a lot of waiting for the locks in the hot sun and a... More