Car Hire David

Pretty David City is Panama's third largest city and is the capital of the Chiriqui province. Located on the coastal plain, this market town is the economic centre of Chiriqui's thriving agriculture industry.

This large city has a small town appeal and is well-equipped for those exploring the city and its province with a number of hotels, restaurants and even a 24-hour casino.

At the town's centre lies parkland which is popular with young and old. Traders offering coconuts which are freshly cracked or freshly-made sugar cane juice frequent the area and give the area an old world charm. A nearby rum factory offers the chance to taste local specialties.

David City comes alive during its festivals which are filled with fairs, feasts and celebrations. Feria Internacional de David is held each March. Many international firms come to the city to showcase their products and services. Every July, a large Children's Day Festival is held in the city.

The Chiriqui highlands which surround the town are best explored using a car hire service. Roads in Panama are well-marked and easy to navigate. In David City, car hire can be found at Calle F Sur.

Boquete is 35km from David and is set in the mountains. The offers a refreshingly cool and fresh climate as well as opportunities for bird watching and horseback riding. It also makes a fantastic base for climbing Volcan Baru which is set in a 35,250-acre parkland. Boquete is well-known for its agriculture which includes coffee, flowers and citrus fruits. Every January, its streets come to life during the Feria de las Flores y del Caf.

David City is well placed for travel within Panama as well as Costa Rica. The border town of Paso Canoas can be reached in just 45 minutes in your car hire.