Half-Day City And Panama Canal Tour: Entry Tickets Included
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Our experience is designed for travelers who want to see the very best of Panama City in a smooth, organized, and stress-free way. What makes this tour unique is our precise timing at the Panama Canal to ensure you watch ships crossing live — the highlight of every visit.
We combine iconic city landmarks, a guided walk through the historic Old Town, and a quick photo stop at the famous Panama Sign, giving you the perfect balance of culture, history, and unforgettable views.
With certified bilingual guides, comfortable transportation, and years of experience operating award-winning tours, we focus on personal attention, punctuality, and creating memorable moments for families, couples, and cruise travelers.
You will never feel rushed, and every detail is handled for you — just relax and enjoy Panama.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our guide will pick you up at your hotel with a warm welcome, setting the tone for an incredible day ahead! Get ready for a fun-filled adventure full of exciting surprises—you’re in for a treat!
Miraflores Visitor Center
The Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal is an absolute must-see on this tour! - Get ready for a crash course in history, mind-blowing engineering, and why the canal is a big deal worldwide! - From the Observation Decks You’ll have the BEST front-row seat to watch massive ships squeeze through the locks! See the pilots, mules, and cable operators in action, while our guide keeps you in the loop, answering all your burning questions as the magic unfolds before your eyes. It’s an experience you won’t forget!
What‘s Included
Panama Sign photo stop
Certified bilingual tour guide
Private or Shared Full Transportation, based on your selected option
AC vehicle with water and snacks on board
1 hour Casco Antiguo (Old Town) walking tour
Panama Canal Visitor Center entry ticket (if selected)
Meals
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Shared Tour: With Canal Ticket
Pick-Up in Panama City Only: Please note that there are no pick-ups at Playa Bonita, Playa Blanca, or the airport. Only Panama City pick-ups available.
Panama Canal Ticket Included: This option includes your Panama Canal entry ticket in the fare, saving you time and hassle since everything is prepaid!
Shared tour option; Not priv.: Shared tour for a fun experience! Explore amazing sights while meeting new people. Great value and unforgettable moments!
Pickup included
PRIVATE TOUR With Canal Ticket
Private Transportation & Guide
Duration: 5 hours
Customize your Starting Time!: Ideal for travelers who cannot fit into departure times of shared groups. This option allows you to start when it suits you!
Pickup included
Shared Tour: No Canal Ticket
Save More – Buy Ticket Onsite!: Same itinerary. No ticket included—buy tickets cheaper onsite or online. No ticket = no decks, no ships.
Lowest Price–Buy Ticket Direct: Same itinerary. No ticket included—buy tickets cheaper onsite or online. No ticket = no decks, no ships.
Better Price–Buy Ticket Direct: Same itinerary. No ticket included—buy tickets cheaper onsite or online. No ticket = no decks, no ships.
Pickup included
Reviews
1,675 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Back to Paradise
Sandra D,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great. The tour guide was very personable and knowledgeable. I learned a lot about the city and new areas to explore
It was an amazing history...
Richard T,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing history lesson about Panama from Jimmy. Very accommodating. Nice, new bus that was very comfortable.
Great First Day Tour
hhenry,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience with a wonderful guide. He took the time to explain the engineering behind the canal as well as the local history of Casca Viejo. Would recommend booking it.
Fun and exciting Panama City experience
bonnieg84,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This company is a stellar tour company. Our well-travelled family of 9 did two tours with this company and our expectations were exceeded. The half day city tour with Jorge was informative and interesting and the visit to the Miraflores Lock Center was also fantastic. Our driver Orlando knew all the best shortcuts to move us through a very busy city on a Sunday and was always prompt and available. Credit to Rafael for running such a smooth operation.
Fun afternoon
reneeteach,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely afternoon seeing the sights. We saw all the big and important sights and learned so much history. The only downside to the day was that is was very hot. So, seeing the canal was not fun standing in the sun. Highly suggest this tour.
Excellent service!!!
Rodrigo M,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were pleased to tour Panama City and the Panama Canal accompanied by Beltckott Bekar, a young guide who stands out for his marked vocation, professionalism and a remarkable avidity for knowledge. Throughout the tour he demonstrated a solid command of the history, geography and strategic relevance of the Panama Canal, as well as a clear and enjoyable ability to transmit information. His balanced approach, combining historical data, cultural context and current observations, significantly enriched the experience. Without a doubt, it is a highly recommended guide for those who wish to know Panama with seriousness, content and a well-kept experience, both in urban tours and in visits to the Canal.
Excellent
Alfredo salvado... C,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience in a single day, worth it because start early and see the most emblematic places, excellent guide
Panama trip in December 2025
Yuan L,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Jorge is so amazing and his mind is like history book about Panama! So friendly , so welcoming! I recommend this trip to everyone
Just what was needed
Sophie C,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Did exactly what I needed it to. A half day jaunt around Panama City including the fantastic Panama Canal. Our guide got the timings bang on in order for us to see 2 ships in the canal and watch the amazing video in the theatre. Recommend. (When you go the brightly coloured building, go up into the cafe and see the electronic shipping canal screen, it's cool).
The best guide !!!
Mor B,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was amazing !! I was so afraid as we came with three small children but he was so patient and helpful. He was very informative and told them great stories. He is really a tour guide from his heart. Well done for this company that has tour guides like him. Thank you
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