Free Walking Tour of Panama City
The historic centre of Panama City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is full of cultural and architectural heritage that is sure to captivate you. Discover its magic on this free walking tour!
Panama City Free Walking Tour
We'll meet at 10 am at the Plaza de la Independencia in Panama City to start a free tour of the old town.
Our first stop will be in front of the Santa María la Antigua Cathedral, a temple crowned by two bell towers decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays. Its façade is full of classical and Renaissance elements carved into the stone.
We'll walk through the Plaza Herrera, one of the most central points of the municipality, where the classic bullfights used to be held. We'll enter the church of San José to contemplate a priceless jewel: the Altar de Oro, an 18th century Churrigueresque carving made of mahogany wood covered in gold.
The tour will continue to the Santo Domingo Church to admire the Arco Chato, an 18th century structure that used to support the old choir of the parish. We'll continue our route to the Plaza Francia, where seven vaulted spaces that formed part of the city's defences can be seen.
Then we'll go to the Esteban Huertas promenade, a 19th century parapet from where we'll have an exceptional view of the bridge of the Americas.
The tour will end at 12:30 pm at Plaza Bolívar.
Groups
For our free tour, we do not accept reservations for more than 6 people.
Price
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English speaking guide with expert knowledge of Panama City's history.
Not included
Tips
When to book?
You can book up until 8 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
If you are not able to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Plaza de la Independencia
Where does the activity end?
Plaza de Simón Bolívar
