Panama City & Panama Canal: Miraflores Locks Half-Day Tour
Overview
Panama City offers a vibrant blend of history and modernity, featuring the iconic Panama Canal and the charming Old Town (Casco Viejo). An English-speaking driver and tour guide will facilitate your journey through this captivating city.
- 🚍 Begin at your Panama City lodging for convenient pickup before heading to Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera.
- 🏛️ Stroll through Casco Viejo's romantic alleyways while visiting four plazas filled with historic buildings, cafes, and unique boutiques.
- 🚢 Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center to observe large ships navigating the Panama Canal.
- ⚠️ This tour is designed for those looking to experience Panama City in one day; it serves as an excellent start to your Panama vacation.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Duration: 5 hours
Well maintained car with AC
Pickup from Panama City
Pickup included
- English speaking guide
- Optional IMAX movie fee - $17.22
- Entrance Fee to Miraflores Visitor Center
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Panama CanalBegin your tour at the Miraflores Locks, where you can watch massive container ships navigate the locks and be lifted above sea level—a truly impressive sight! Explore the Miraflores Visitor Center, where you’ll learn about the colorful history and incredible engineering of the Panama Canal. The center also features a new IMAX theater, showing a 40-minute documentary about the Panama Canal (optional, additional cost: $17.22).
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Casco ViejoStroll through the charming alleyways of Casco Viejo, Panama City’s historic district, and explore its four picturesque plazas, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Admire the spectacular colonial architecture, browse unique boutiques and artisan shops, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of cafés, restaurants, bars, and local entertainment.
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Avenida BalboaEnjoy a scenic drive along Avenida Balboa and the Cinta Costera, taking in breathtaking views of Panama City’s skyline. Snap photos at the iconic Panama sign and admire the city’s modern architecture juxtaposed with the sparkling coastline.
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Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)Next, we’ll visit the famous Amador Causeway, constructed from the soil excavated during the Panama Canal project. Enjoy stunning views of the Panama City skyline, feel the refreshing ocean breeze, and capture numerous photo opportunities along this scenic stretch.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.