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6-Hour Panama City Layover Tour with Canal and Casco Viejo

6 Hours Round trip from Panama City Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Panama Canal, one of the world's most impressive engineering marvels
  • 02 Enjoy city skyline views along the scenic Calzada de Amador
  • 03 Explore Casco Viejo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with colonial architecture
  • 04 See Plaza de la Independencia and the Palacio de la Administración
  • 05 Optional time for a museum visit to discover Panama's history and culture

Make the most of your 6-hour layover with a guided visit to Panama City instead of waiting at the airport. This tour takes you to some of the city's most iconic sights, including the Panama Canal, the Calzada de Amador, and the historic Casco Viejo. Along the way, discover important landmarks such as the Palacio de la Administración and Plaza de la Independencia, with time to explore museums if your schedule allows. Round-trip airport transportation, water, a snack, and a bilingual guide are included.

Visit the Panama Canal and begin your layover adventure at one of the world's most impressive engineering marvels.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Panama City
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Panama City Layover Highlights

  • Visit the Panama Canal and begin your layover adventure at one of the world's most impressive engineering marvels. Marvel at the locks and learn about the history and significance of this vital waterway.
  • Explore the Calzada de Amador, a scenic causeway connecting Panama City with four small islands in the Pacific Ocean. Stroll along the waterfront, enjoy beautiful views of the city skyline, visit the marina, and indulge in delicious local cuisine at the restaurants along the way.
  • Discover the Building Administration, also known as the Palacio de la Administración, located in the Casco Viejo of Panama City. Admire its architectural beauty and learn about its significance in Panama's history.
  • Wander through the Old Square, Plaza de la Independencia, in Casco Viejo. Immerse yourself in the charm of its cobblestone streets, admire the colonial architecture, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don't forget to visit the nearby churches and charming shops.
  • If time permits, visit one or two museums in Panama City to delve deeper into the country's rich history and culture. Popular options include the Panama Canal Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Interoceanic Canal Museum.

Please note that this itinerary is a suggestion and may need to be adjusted based on your specific interests, transportation, and time constraints. Enjoy your layover in Panama!

Panama Canal, Calzada de Amador causeway, Casco Viejo colonial streets

Where this trip takes you

Panama Canal, Calzada de Amador causeway, Casco Viejo colonial streets

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Panama City 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Round-trip transportation from the airport to the city
  • Snack
  • Water
  • Bilingual guide

What's Not Included

  • Tips

What to bring

  • Casual and comfortable clothes for walking, and a jacket in case it rains.

Know before you go

  • You will be provided with Wi-Fi in the car throughout the tour.
  • Before arriving, you must tell us which terminal you will be departing from outside the airport. If your airline is Copa, it is Terminal 2. It is still better to confirm which terminal it is before arrival. If you do not have WhatsApp, I recommend downloading it before your trip.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
We meet at airport Terminal 2 at gate P18, where one of our guides will be waiting for you with a sign bearing your name.
Tour start
Panama City, Panama
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Panama City.

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