What souvenirs should you bring back from Panama?
From Panama, bring back Guna mola textiles (embroidered fabrics), authentic Panama hats, renowned Geisha coffee, Ron Abuelo rum, ceramic crafts or tagua seed pieces, and chácaras bags made from plant fibers.
Iconic souvenirs
- Molas : colorful embroidered fabrics made by Guna women, true textile works of art.
- Authentic Panama hats : made from toquilla palm fibers, a symbol of local craftsmanship.
- Geisha Coffee : one of the most sought-after coffees in the world, cultivated in the Panamanian highlands.
- Ron Abuelo Rum : renowned local distillery known for its quality aged rums.
Traditional crafts
- Local ceramics : pottery and decorative objects reflecting ancestral traditions.
- Tagua seed crafts : jewelry and sculptures in "vegetable ivory".
- Chácara bags : bags woven from plant fibers, useful and authentic.
Local agency advice
For authentic molas, prioritize the markets of the San Blas islands or the artisanal market of Panama City. Avoid imitations sold to tourists in commercial areas.