Tour of Panama City and the Panama Canal
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Enjoy visiting one of the wonders of the modern world, the Panama Canal, Miraflores locks, immerse yourself in the history of the second ancient city of Panama City and fall in love with the beautiful view of the largest city in Central America, take a tour along the Amador Causeway with its beautiful marinas and the famous Panama sign.
Additional Info
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.
What To Expect
Panama City
Tour of the modern city of Panama, the largest in Central America
Panama Canal
Miraflores Locks Visitor Center immerse yourself in the history and operation of the eighth wonder of the modern world
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
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour
Duration: 5 hours
private tour
Pickup included
Guided tour
Unselected hotels: Pick up at Hotels within Panama City and the Old Town
Pickup included
Hotels in the outskirts
Duration: 5 hours: Duration between 4.5 hours to 5 hours
pickup: Pick up at hotels outside of Panama City only in the province of Panama and Playa Bonita
Pickup included
Reviews
144 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brilliant tour, very...
Sebastian B,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant tour, very knowledgeable guide and good timing and structure across the day to get the most out of Panama City and its sights
A Great Day
Wayne M,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Dimos was absolutely brilliant. The vehicle was spotless and new and Dimos spoke almost the entire trip telling us about the history of Panama, the Canal and the central City. We were collected at the entrance to the cruise port (5 minute walk) which made the entire process very easy. A great day out and recommended for cruisers.
Best Tour of Canal possible!
Tom Z,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Ronald was fantastic! This was more than a guided tour, it was a history lesson, and I felt we were riding around with a friend. He was courteous, kind, helpful and so very knowledgeable about the Canal, Panamanian history and the city. Anyone who wants to see the Canal and get a great day of sight-seeing, this is your guy!
Great tour guide
Cavin R,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Tour guide was very patient and very informative ,we were impressed by him. You get to see all the beauty of Panama.
Panama City & Canal tour with Ronald
Janet1412,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ronald was our tour guide. He was prompt, knowledgeable, polite, and so informative. Our 5 hours spent with him were fantastic. Our group was 5 people and he had a small van that fit us all comfortably. We learned so much and saw so much more than we would ever have seen on our own. Ronald, thank you for a day we will never forget.
Sailors ashore.the experience
Yanet L,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was perfect. Kati was super friendly and great. She pleased us, she was even very hands-on in telling me that the tickets to the channel were bought online so I avoided waiting time.
Panama Canal
Julie S,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyable I loved the Panama Canal experience. Old town and the causeway as very interesting. I recommend
Incredible Private Tour
Steven K,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cathy was the most amazing tour guide, prepared with lots of information, including maps, pictures, coins, and other interesting items. She showed us great sites around the city, first on Flamenco Island, then the 1914 Panama Canal Administration Building and the Goethals Memorial. Then it was off to Miraflores locks. She would always drop us off at the entrance to each of these places, park the car, and then magically find us. Once with us, she went into personal assistant mode, helping us with getting food, tickets, and seats to the IMAX film about the Panama Canal. She timed our visit there perfectly to match up with seeing ships go through the locks, including a Princess cruise ship! She took us to the best viewpoints to see the ships go through the locks. Then it was off to Casco Viejo, and on the way she stopped to get us some bottled water. We toured the old town and then we requested to end the tour there so we could get dinner. She recommended a fantastic restaurant, Fonda Lo Que Hay, which was the perfect end to the day. We took an Uber back to our hotel with no problem. I totally recommend this tour, and if you get Cathy, you are lucky and in very good hands!
Tony is the best!
Nancy W,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and spoke great English. We had the best time and highly recommend this tour, and Tony!!
Great experience, our...
Shanelle C,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, our tour guide was very knowledgeable. It is an eye opening tour and a must do! Highly recommend.
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