Walk through the Old Quarter and Local Markets of Panama
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Live a local experience that combines history, culture and gastronomy. We will explore the Old Town, a colonial gem and World Heritage Site, as we walk through its squares full of history and architecture, we will share curious anecdotes and historical sites that give life to the city. Then, we will enter the popular heart of Panama, the famous arrabal, where the energy of local life is felt when walking through its streets. We will visit public markets where the aromas of tropical fruits and fresh vegetables are mixed. Here you can taste authentic flavors, see crafts, folkloric clothes and see the lifestyle of the Panamanian people. From Chinatown to traditional food outlets, you’ll experience a cultural fusion that defines Panamanian identity. Ideal for those who want to go beyond the touristic places and experience Panama as a local, through its stories, its flavors and its people.
Inclusions
What's included
- Pick-up and drop-off service to place of stay included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Personal tour guide
What's not
- Lunch
- Tips
Itinerary
We begin our tour at the Flag Monument, where we can appreciate spectacular views of Panama City and its skyscrapers and also learn the details of the evolution of Panama City. Includes transfer time from the hotel.
We walk the charming and historic Casco Viejo, also known as Casco Antiguo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Where you can appreciate beautiful colonial architecture and learn about the rich culture and history that makes this area so special. We will visit iconic places such as the Plaza de Francia, the National Theater and the Metropolitan Cathedral, and you will closely appreciate the beauty and history of these buildings. We will also pass by several stores where you can buy some souvenirs from Panama. Includes travel time to get to the car.
Then we pass the iconic place of sale of folk products in Panama City, where we will tell you unique stories of this place and you can acquire some folkloric souvenirs such as painted or reed hats.
We arrive at the local San Felipe Neri Market, where you can learn about the local cuisine of Panama and have lunch, get some snacks and/or natural juices.
We will stop by the Seafood Market so that you will know where to buy the freshest seafood products in Panama City and if you like also try the local cuisine.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 12 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Cositas De Panamá
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Panama City
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 95 city tours we list in Panama City.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 95.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Panama City
Panama City is the capital at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal, with a colonial old quarter, a glittering skyline and rainforest at its edge.
Panama City sits on the Pacific coast beside the entrance to the Panama Canal, and ships queue in the bay for the passage. The Miraflores Locks, a short drive from the centre, let visitors watch vessels being raised and lowered. Casco Viejo, the old quarter founded in 1673, has restored colonial plazas, churches and balconied houses, and the Amador Causeway runs out into the bay with views back to the skyline.
Top-ranked sights in Panama City: Casco Viejo, Panama Canal, Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador).
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