The Panama Canal Visitors Center and City Tour
Overview
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Inmerse yourself in the history, culture and natural beauty of Panamá City in the company of a local. Discover it all-from the charming colonial atmosphere to the grandeur of the Panama Canal! Live an enriching experience at each stop.
This tour not only provide you with an in-depth knowledge of the history of my home land, but it also connects you with the very essence of Panama and its people. Do not miss discovering the magic of this country through this unforgettable city tour. As a local guide with years of experience, I have deep knowledge of the city and I will make sure to offer you an authentic and enriching perspective of Panama.
In this tour we will visit:
-Miraflores Visitors Center (The Panamá Canal)
-The Administration Building (The Monument of George Washington Goethal) Built in 1914
- Casco Antiguo ( The Colonial City of Panama)
-Amador Causeway (The Complex of Island located on the pacific bay of Panama)
-America's Bridge (Built by the American in 1962)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Chips
Bottled water
Professional guide
Hotel Pick up and drop off
Lunch
Panamá Canal Entry fees USD.20.75 (Adult) USD.10.75 (Childrens from 5 to 12 years old)
Transport from Westin Hotel or Dream Hotel Playa Bonita (Veracruz)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Miraflores Visitor Center
The Miraflores visitor center is a space where you can live a unique Panama Canal experience. Look and enjoy how the ships go through the Panamá canal locks and learn about the history of it construction.
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)
The Causeway Island are three small island(Naos or culebra, Perico and Flamengo) by the pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. A beautiful place where you can be able to see de skyline of the city and taking picture of the PANAMA sign. This is an Important place where the ships start their voyage to the Panama Canal.
Options
Private Panama Canal City tour
Miraflores Locks: We will guarantee 99.00% that you will see ships lives passing through at the Canal
Guided Service: Professional Tour guide certificated by Panama Tourism Authority
Duration: 6 hours
Bottled Water: We supply on this tour water and Chips
Panama Canal and City Tour: We will visit 5 places during this tour including the Panama Canal. We can also organize a customized tour.
SUV, Minivans, Vans, Minibus: Toyota Innova,-Toyota Sienna -Ford Vans-Honda CRV- Minibus
Pickup included
The Panama Canal Visitors Cent
You will see ships transist.: We will guarantee 99.99% to you that you will see ships lives passing through at the Canal.
Guided Service: Professional tour guide certificated by Panama Tourism Authority
Duration: 6 hours
Bottled Water: We supply water and Chips
We will visit 5 places : Guest be able to visit 5 places including Panama Canal. Panama Canal fees are not included in this option.
SUV-Vans-Minivans-Microbus: We use vehicle models depending on the size of the group.
Shared Tour Option: This option let to meet people worldwide in a friendly and fun atmosphere
Pickup included
Reviews
73 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family tour to the canal.
787erickad,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recommend the tour. Chris picked us up at the hotel and from that moment the adventure began. Super punctual. He began to tell us the story of ancient Panama, as we drove to our destination, passed by the Bridge of the Americas, took us to a typical place to buy some souvenirs and then to lunch, visited the locks of the canal and all the coordination went perfectly. Very comfortable vehicle.
Informative and knowledgeable tour of Panama and the Panama Canal
Safari171496,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Richard is very knowledgeable about the history of the Panama Canal and Panama. This is a tour that I will do again and I’ll bring some friends to enjoy this informative tour. I will study more about Panama because Richard has sparked something in me that I am very interested in.
Top notch tour
janethI2856MK,
Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I always like to do a city tour first thing when I travel. My adult daughters and I booked this tour for the day after we arrived in Panama. From booking to pickup Chris was in communication with me. Our tour was only 5 people which was great. Chris was a fountain of information. Super friendly. Answered all my questions. Best photographer ever. The tour is great. We got to stop at several places. One of my favorites was the monument built to recognize the Chinese people in Panama because I hadn’t seen anything about it in my research. We also got to tour a government building by chance. A woman gave him a flyer about it being open while we were walking around and off we went. It was an unexpected addition to our tour. He translated the tour guide for us. I loved that he added it on the spot. It lengthened our tour but was a great addition. There are so many Panamá canal & city tours but you won’t regret booking with Chris.
Wonderful Panamá City Tour with an Amazing Guide!
G3688JIemilys,
Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic time on the Panamá City tour! Our guide, Chris, was absolutely lovely—friendly, knowledgeable, and spoke excellent English. He made the history and culture of the city come alive with his insights and stories. The tour was well-organized, and we got to see all the major highlights at a comfortable pace. Highly recommend if you’re looking to explore Panamá City with a great guide!
A perfect day exploring Panama City with Ruis
Kenneita C,
Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing tour of Panama City with Ruis as our guide! From start to finish, he was knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly passionate about sharing the rich history and culture of the city. He made every stop feel meaningful and brought the stories of Panama to life in such an engaging way. Ruis was also very attentive to our needs, making sure we were comfortable and was enjoying the experience. He answered our questions and even shared some great local tips and hidden gems we wouldn’t have found on our own. This trip was truly one of the highlights of our trip, and Ruis made it unforgettable. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Panama City, and ask for Ruis as your guide. Kenneita & Family
EXCEPTIONAL TOUR AND AWESOME GUIDE
TrailBlazer717776,
Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris was an outstanding guide. My wife has mobility issues and requires a mobile wheelchair. He was extremely patient and helpful in loading and unloading her chair and very considerate in ensuring her access to all stops. His knowledge of the history and culture of Panama was encyclopedic and he made the entire tour extremely enjoyable and instructional. We highly recommend this tour for a complete Panama experience in one day. OUTSTANDING TOUR and EXCEPTIONAL guide.
One of the best decisions you can make visiting Panama!
nathanielw2014,
Apr 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Miguel is fantastic at discussing some key features about Panama, its history, and the Canal. You can tell he is very popular because he is very easy to be around and he really enjoys what he does!
Great tour. Chris is very...
Dare O,
Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Chris is very knowledgeable, easy going and punctual. Got to the see the highlights of Panama city including a ship passage through the canal. Highly recommend this tour.
Great day
Barbara P,
Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We had a great day. Sightseeing with a handicapped husband is always a challenge he made the day great.
Great tour with Chris!
Udo S,
Jan 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect organization by Chris. We can only recommend. Private tour for 2 people only. Very informative. It's as good as it gets!
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