Panama City Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
What if I told you that most travelers never truly see Panama City? They wander through its modern skyline, snap a few photos of Casco Viejo, and think they’ve experienced it all.
Too many visitors leave without tasting the real soul of Panama City, without hearing the tales locals tell or discovering the places where everyday life unfolds. Exploring alone often means missing those small, magical details that make a city unforgettable.
Our Walking Tour in Panama City changes that. Your local guide doesn’t follow a script, they adapt to you. Whether you’re drawn to colonial charm, street art, or local flavors, you’ll see the city through the eyes of someone who calls it home. From iconic landmarks to tucked-away gems.
By the end, you won’t just have walked through Panama City, you’ll have connected with it. Expect personal recommendations, genuine encounters, and stories that stay with you long after the tour ends.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Plaza Tomas Herrera
Plaza Herrera is a picturesque square that acts as a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling city. Surrounded by magnificent colonial buildings, this charming plaza invites you to take a step back in time and marvel at the architectural wonders that stand as a testament to Panama’s rich past.
La iglesia de San Jose is a place of spiritual significance and architectural splendor. Be amazed by its intricate facade and step inside to experience the tranquility and devotion that fills its walls.
Options
Private Tour in Spanish
Private Spanish speaking tour guide
Private Tour in English
Private English speaking tour guide
Shared Tour in English
English speaking tour guide
What‘s Included
2-hour guided walking tour
Professional tour guide
Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
nobody informed us!
RickandLinda L,Dec 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00viator and/or the tour provider should have informed us that uber drivers were not allowed in the cruise port terminal parking/pickup area. as a result we never got do the tour as we could not find a service to take us to the pickup hotel location in time to do the tour. very poor execution by all parties! as a result, we were charged full fare for the tour anyways. not very professional...
What about our schedule?
D3144CBadamr,Nov 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We had a tour confirmed for 10:30 am. The night before the tour company wrote to say the tour was now at 1:00 pm without any consideration of our schedule. We had to rearrange our our entire day because of this. Very disappointing experience. Book with someone more reliable.
We had a nice time with Yenny!
jhonnyc319,Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Yenny we were able to see the beautiful site of Panama City in a short amount of time. We really enjoyed the stories of the city as well as the visit to the Cafe store where samples of the best coffee were given. We highly recommend this tour!
Guide was a no-show
Christopher w,Sep 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00Guided never showed up. Also didn’t respond when I contacted them through the viator app. Viator did respond after I contacted them separately, a refund is in the works. However I obviously didn’t get the tour.
Great History
Lisa B,Mar 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very professional Guide. He knows so much history! Enjoyed where we stopped in museums. He was careful that we all could hear him.
Full Picture of Panama History
Lisa B,Mar 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Richard was amazing! He has excellent English language skills. He is extremely knowledgeable about the full history of Panama City. He showed us many places that when put together gave us a full picture. Professional and kind.
Nice exploration of Panama City!
nellycI1027ER,Feb 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This activity was perfect to start our adventure in Panama. We took this tour on our first day and we were able to learn a lot not only about the city but also the country and what awaited us on our week-long adventure through Panama and its beautiful beaches. If you have the opportunity you should take this tour at the beginning of your trip.
Walking Tour in Panama City
626stefannyr,Feb 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Yenny we were able to enjoy a beautiful walk through the old town. We visited several churches, including the cathedral and also several squares and shops that complemented the experience very well. At each stop our guide had an interesting story to tell. I definitely recommend this activity if you have a free day in Panama.
Must do!
Sightseer45097810436,Feb 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Panama City is a beautiful place and with this walking tour we were able to learn a little more about it. Yenny was an excellent guide and she was very attentive to our questions and curiosities. My favorite part of the tour was the visit to the Cathedral, since it is a very beautiful building with impressive architecture. We were lucky to be able to enter and also see its interior.
Amazing walking tour in panamá city
doloresaY7149QV,Feb 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had fun and learned a lot during this walking tour of the old town of Panama City. This city is a great contrast between the old part, the center and the rest of the city. Yenny, our guide, took us to the main attractions and explained the history of the city to us in detail. At the end of the tour we were able to ask her for recommendations for the rest of our day.
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