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Adoc

T1 · .20 Open · .20

Gate .20 in T1 puts Adoc right on most PTY walks

Adoc sits in Terminal T1 near gate .20, so you pass it on many Copa and connection routes. It’s a straightforward travel-essential shop: think last-minute electronics, small accessories, and basic gifts. Signage is in Spanish and English, and prices are in USD, same as everywhere else in Tocumen. Stock skews practical rather than touristy, so this is more “I forgot something” than souvenir hunt.

The posted hours currently mirror much of T1’s traffic around gate .20, generally opening early in the morning and running into the evening. You’ll find it in the post-security departures zone of Terminal 1, so you don’t need to exit to landside or re-clear security. If you’re aiming for a quick stop between flights, budget about 5 minutes each way from nearby gates in the low 20s.

Pricing tracks typical airport markups: think a few dollars more than downtown Panama City for chargers, cables, and small travel items. Selection tends to cover common needs like USB cables, headphones, power adapters, and simple bags rather than niche gadgets. If you just need a cable for a Copa flight out of gate .20, this is usually quicker than roaming deeper into T1 or walking over to T2.

There aren’t strong patterns yet on what regulars buy at Adoc near gate .20, and there’s no single standout item that comes up in reviews. Treat it as a solid backup if the shop closer to your gate is closed or wiped out. Tip: pass by Adoc first on your way to gate .20, check for the charger or adapter you need, then compare prices with any other electronics stand you see before you tap your card.

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