City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway
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Is City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway worth booking?
City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway is a 5-hour experience in Panama City, Panama, from $90 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 85 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (85)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Tour to the top Panama City highlights (Panama Canal, Amador causeway & Casco Viejo “Oldtown”) with a knowledgeable and charismatic tour guide, fluent in English and Spanish. During our 5-Hour tour, many local drinks ar
What you get
- Fluent Spanish, English or French Tour Guide
- Bottled water
- Explanation of the Area, History & Current status of Panama's Culture
- Transportation in a confortable Van or SUV
- Panoramic and Great Photos of your city tour
About this experience
Tour to the top Panama City highlights (Panama Canal, Amador causeway & Casco Viejo “Oldtown”) with a knowledgeable and charismatic tour guide, fluent in English and Spanish. During our 5-Hour tour, many local drinks are included such as Panamanian Duro (Frozen Natural Juices), Coconut Water, Lemonade & More. Our tours are unique due to the passion that we put showing up Panama!
What's included
Included
- Fluent Spanish, English or French Tour Guide
- Bottled water
- Explanation of the Area, History & Current status of Panama's Culture
- Transportation in a confortable Van or SUV
- Panoramic and Great Photos of your city tour
Not included
- Canal Tickets ($17.22 Adult, $7.22 Child) - Entry / Admission
What you'll see and do
Avenida Balboa
Enchantment roads in front of the Panamanian Pacific bay where lots of locals and foreigners takes the advantage to exercise.
10 minutes here
Panama Canal
***Due to Remodeling operation in the Visitors Center, The (2) Observation Decks and IMAX SHOW are Available *** The Miraflores Visitor Center of the Panama Canal is one of the highlights of this tour. - OBSERVATION DECKS: This is the best location to enjoy the transit of ships passing through the locks. Watch the maneuvers of the pilots, the mules, and the cable holders, while our guide will answer all your questions and concerns about what is happening in real time. - IMAX SHOW: Inmerse on a movie with a 3D IMAX technology to learn about the history, construction, operation, expansion and influence of the Panama Canal with Morgan Freeman as your Narrator.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Miraflores Visitor Center
***Due to Remodeling operation in the Visitors Center, The (2) Observation Decks and IMAX SHOW are Available *** The Miraflores Visitor Center of the Panama Canal is one of the highlights of this tour. - OBSERVATION DECKS: This is the best location to enjoy the transit of ships passing through the locks. Watch the maneuvers of the pilots, the mules, and the cable holders, while our guide will answer all your questions and concerns about what is happening in real time. - IMAX SHOW: Inmerse on a movie with a 3D IMAX technology to learn about the history, construction, operation, expansion and influence of the Panama Canal with Morgan Freeman as your Narrator.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Bridge of the Americas
Landmark bridge connecting two continents back in 1962 and built by the US.
10 minutes here
Biomuseo
Interactive exhibits on natural and cultural history housed in a Frank Gehry designed colored structure. Let's stop for five minutes to take a memorable picture.
5 minutes here
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)
Built in 1913 with the rocks extracted from the Culebra Cut with the Panama Canal Original Construction. It is a road that extends 3 miles in the Pacific Ocean.
30 minutes here
Cinta Costera
The trip allows travelers to admire the new road and bridge that allows citizens move from the high rises area to the Amador Causeway or the Americas Bridge and countryside.
30 minutes here
Casco Viejo
This is the time to walk the narrow streets of the colonial city of San Felipe. Here we will walk for 1 hour through the Walls of the Old City, visit the most representative churches of the area and learn about history. If you are a lover of good coffee ... We can take you to taste the Geisha Coffee ... considered the best coffee in the world.
90 minutes here
Plaza de Francia
This spot offers great views and a good spot to get a shaved ice or "raspado" as called by locals to chill with the hot weather.
5 minutes here
Museo del Canal Interoceanico de Panama
Historic museum in Casco Viejo showcases Panama Canal's history and impact. Travelers can be dropped here instead of getting back to the hotel.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- EXP Panama Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Allotted time for Transportation/Travel time is already included in the total duration of the tour.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 30
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Panama City.
How much does City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Panama City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Panama City is not rushed.
Is City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 85 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Panama City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway?
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Around 30 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Panama City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Panama City and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Tour: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Panama City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Panama City?
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On Outty we rank every Panama City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tour to a waterfall and Embera village with lunch included, Panama Canal With Entry Ticket & City Tour: Old Town & City Views, Legends of Casco Viejo Tour: Hidden Gems with Panama Vibes Tours. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Panama City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Panama City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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