Overview
Head out to Panama Viejo, the first stop on this enriching tour. With ancient ruins right along the seashore, you will feel like you have travelled back in time. View the fascinating stone structures, towers, and cathedral in the area, set against a backdrop of today's modern city with towering skyscrapers.
Admire the architecture and construction used to create the structures of this centuries-old city. Hear stories of the city through the years, and of how it grew and thrived and overcame hardships like pirate invasions.
Next, make your way back past the modern city and into the Old Quarter. Full of cobblestoned streets lined with multicoloured ornate facades, it is a beautiful section of the city. Take time to explore the rich maritime history of the city, and gain insight and understanding to its importance.
Understanding the land helps you to better understand the people, so be sure to experience both on this tour as well as making the most of the pleasant sights of your surroundings.
With religious, secular, and historic sights along your route, you'll take away an appreciation of the rich and vibrant past of both Panama Viejo and Panama City's Old Quarter.
Languages
English and Spanish (bilingual guide)