Iglesia de La Merced, Panama City

Name: Iglesia de La Merced
Address: Panama City, Panama

#19 among attractions in Panama City

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The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Merced is a catholic temple located in the Casco Antiguo of Panama City. Initially it was located in the first site of the city, called today Panama Viejo. After the attack of the pirates and consequent destruction of the city, the stone facade of this temple was moved piece by piece to the new city around the year 1680. In its atrium there are two chapels: One of the Virgin of Mercy and the other is a mausoleum. This church is also the guardian of an image of the Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre, venerated by the Cubans.

Coordinates: 8°57'10"N, 79°32'12"W

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Day trips

Iglesia de La Merced – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ancon Hill, MAC Panamá, Estadio Maracaná, Panama Canal Museum.

0.9 miW
Tall hill with a nature reserve
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Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
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1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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~820 ftE
Historical exhibits on the Panama Canal
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~1350 ftE
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
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1.3 miSW
Canal
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~800 ftS
8°57'2"N • 79°32'11"W
Casco Viejo, Panama City
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0.7 miN
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0.6 miW
Cemetery
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0.9 miW
Canal
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~710 ftE
8°57'7"N • 79°32'6"W
Museo de Historia de Panamá, Panama City
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Iglesia de La Merced?

Nearby attractions include Iglesia de San Jose, Panama City (3 min walk), Museo de Historia de Panamá, Panama City (4 min walk), Casco Viejo, Panama City (4 min walk), Panama Canal Museum, Panama City (4 min walk).

How to get to Iglesia de La Merced by public transport?

The nearest stations to Iglesia de La Merced:

Bus

Mercado de Mariscos (11 min walk)
Patio de Metro Bus (15 min walk)

Metro

Cinco de Mayo • Lines: Línea 1 (19 min walk)
Lotería • Lines: Línea 1 (28 min walk)