Because Panama City is a coastal community that relies heavily on its beach-going tourists, much of the shopping in the area is beach and water related. You will be able to find good deals on swim wear almost everywhere you go. If you want to just find a cheap bathing suit, or get a designer bikini, you will have no problem finding them. There are tons of shops in the city that sell ornaments and other small gifts. Shot glasses saying Panama City, t-shirts, and keychains are just a few of the many items you can buy in these souvenir shops. The prices will vary, but generally you should be able to get these items at low costs. Panama City also has regular shops that you would find anywhere else. From designer stores like Abercrombie and Fitch to local stores selling art work, you can find it all. There are a lot of outlets in the area, and you can also head to the Panama City Mall . Though this mall has more of the generic stores you can find anywhere else and is mainly visited by the locals, you can still do some good shopping there. If you head down to the beach, there are tons of small stands that sell t-shirts and other various souvenirs at low costs as well.