Private Tour
Half-day Private City Tour and Panama Canal
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Half day tour around the highlights of Panama City: Panama Canal, Balboa, Amador Causeway, Old Town (Casco Viejo), Cinta Costera and downtown, included convenient pick up from downtown of Panama City and tickets for Panama Canal Visitors Center.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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‘s Included
Pick up from accommodations in downtown of Panama City and Casco Viejo
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Extra USD$30.00 per group (not per person) for round-trip transport from Playa Bonita or airport PTY
Entrance tickets for Panama Canal Visitors Center (USD$17.22 adult, $7.22 child), this is optional
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Panama Canal
After pick up from your accommodation in downtown of Panama City, we will take you to the Panama Canal Visitors Center at Miraflores Locks where we will see together the ships going through the Canal and discuss about the history of the Canal and how it works. This visit is complemented by watching a short movie.
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)
After visiting the Panama Canal, we will go through Balboa and Canal Zone, former USA territory in Panama, in our way to the Amador Causeway, a road connecting to 3 islands at the entrance of the Panama Canal. This is a place with beautiful landscapes at the ocean, perfect for great pictures of the Panama City's skyline.
Options
Private tour in English
Private in English
Pickup included
Private tour in Spanish
Pickup included
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
My Tour Guide is THE BEST !
Geraldeve L,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00I had a wonderful time with Cesar. I was able to view all of Panama City and also the Panama Canal. He was extremely patient with us and even allowed me to stop at a special souvenir store that was on the way. Cesar was so funny. He made me laugh and it was a really good time. I feel like I have a new friend in Panama. Great time!
Decent halfday tour around Panama canal and old town
Chay Y,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00Last minute change of plans due to visitor centre closing in the afternoon (VIP visiting from the States), but vendor was prompt and arranged for changed timing and pick up at airport. Quite well organised overall. However, sadly we didn't see any big ships passing the canal (not sure how the morning timing works) which was explained to us later only. Guide was a little lacking in sharing of knowledge, but overall, still pleasant.
Worth every penny
CHARLENE P,
Apr 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00I highly recommend this experience! It was truly exceptional. We were conveniently collected from our hotel and warmly welcomed by our amiable guide, Dan. Dan was remarkably knowledgeable and personable, familiar with all the unique locations and optimal photo opportunities throughout the city. The private tour made us feel well taken care of and at ease, allowing us to tailor the day according to our interests and pace. By the end of the day, when we were returned to our hotel, we felt we had seen and achieved a great deal.
Skip it
Vera T,
Apr 10, 2025
- Viator
2.00I don’t think this tour was worth what I paid. The guide just basically uses an Ipad to show things. Once at the Canal you just sit there and listen then watch a movie. Afterwards we zipped by some spot for a photo. In casco it felt rushed. I did not even get to downtown b/c he said he was told after Casco to bring me back to the hotwl. The guide was friendly but I got the vibe it was more a social outing for him than a tour. I booked another tour in Casco that felt more informative. For me it’s a skip. Pros: nice pick up, AC, friendly guide, water available Cons: not as informative, too much time at the Canal, superficial sightseeing, rushed, itinerary not completed
Great way to see the canal
CAROL M,
Jan 30, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great tour, a lot of walking. Tour guide spent a little too much time telling us about the canal and by the time we got up there, we could not get a spot to view the ship.
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