The Old Town in Context: Discover our fascinating history

4.9(178)2h 15minFree · tip-basedRun by Javier Guerrero

We'll visit the most emblematic churches, squares, and viewpoints of this corner of Panama declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in our tour of approximately 2 hours

Our "Casco Viejo Tales: Panama's Living History tour" has been selected as the 3rd Best Free Tour in North America Award of the FREETOUR.com AWARDS 2026.

Walk through the Old Town of Panama, visiting the most emblematic places of this site declared as world heritage by UNESCO. We'll visit the Panama Cathedral, the Golden Altar of St. Joseph's Church, the France Square, the famous flat arch of the Church of Santo Domingo, the Esteban Huertas Boulevard, among other places.

Attention: Starting December 1, 2025, admission to the Panama Cathedral and the Church of the Golden Altar will cost $2.00 per person each. You can pay with cash or a credit/debit card.

Meeting point

Plaza Catedral/ Frente a la Catedral

Before you go

Length: About 2h 15min
Languages: English, Spanish
Usual start times: 09:45, 10:00 (Panama City time)
Coming up: 31 departures in 3 months, 7 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h 15min.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is Plaza Catedral/ Frente a la Catedral. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in English and Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

31 departures are listed in the next three months, 7 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 09:45 and 10:00. Times are local to Panama City.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.