Tour of Panama City and the Panama Canal

4.9 (148 reviews) Panama City, Panama
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Duration4h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 40 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the best of Panama City on an unforgettable tour combining the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal with the history, culture, and modern beauty of Panama's capital.

Your experience begins at the famous Miraflores Locks, and learn how this incredible engineering achievement connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Your guide will explain how the locks work, how ships move through the canal, and why this waterway is so important to global trade.

Continue your journey through Panama City’s highlights, where modern skyscrapers, scenic waterfront views, and historic landmarks showcase the country’s unique character.

Explore Casco Antiguo (Old Town) and discover its charming colonial streets, historic churches, colorful architecture, and fascinating stories about Panama's past.

Along the way, your knowledgeable local guide will share interesting facts about Panama's history, traditions, culture, and everyday life, giving you a deeper understanding of this remarkable country.

Options

Guided tour

Unselected hotels: Pick up at Hotels within Panama City and the Old Town
Pickup included

Hotel on the outskirts and cruise

Duration: 5 hours: Duration between 4.5 hours to 5 hours
pickup: Pickup at hotels outside the city of Panama, Panama province, Playa Bonita, and Amador cruise terminal
Pickup included

Private Tour

Duration: 5 hours
private tour
Pickup included

What's included

  • tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • pick-up and drop-off outside the city is only included in the price option "Hotels outside"
  • The pick-up and drop-off at the airport is only included in the price option "Tour from airport"
  • Lunch
  • Pickups from the airport are only included from the price option Tour from the Airport
  • Pickups from hotels outside the city will only be made from this option
  • Panama Canal

What to expect

  1. Panama City
    Pass by
    Tour of the modern city of Panama, the largest in Central America
  2. Panama Canal
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Miraflores Locks Visitor Center immerse yourself in the history and operation of the eighth wonder of the modern world
  3. Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)
    30m
    Enjoy the beautiful view of Panama City and the Pacific Ocean where you can see the long row of ships waiting to cross the Panama Canal, one of the wonders of the modern world.
  4. Casco Viejo
    1h
    Learn about the history of the second oldest city within Panama City founded in 1673 by Spanish explorers, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  5. Plaza de la Catedral
    5m
    Church of the Cathedral of Panama, the most important in the country. if it is open we can enter and appreciate this beautiful construction from the inside.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Megapolis outlet mall

End point

Megapolis outlet mall

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9 (148)

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