Casco Viejo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Hideki Yamagata
Photo by Hideki Yamagata
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Photo by Adrian Damian
Photo by Adrian Damian

Popular places to visit

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
Independence Square

Independence Square

You can learn about the history of Panama City with a trip to Independence Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Independence Square
National Institute of Culture

National Institute of Culture

You can study the exhibits at National Institute of Culture, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

National Institute of Culture

Interoceanic Canal Museum

You can study the exhibits at Interoceanic Canal Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Interoceanic Canal Museum

National Theater

Enjoy a performance at National Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

National Theater

Museum of History Panama

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of History Panama, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Museum of History Panama

Activities

The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl

The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl

AU$98
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Panama Barcrawl - The OG Crawl
The Cathedral Basilica of Santa María La Antigua stands as a monumental beacon of faith, the first of its kind in America. Consecrated in 1796, its foundations were laid in 1688, marking over a centur

HALF-DAY City and Panama Canal Tour: Shared or Private

AU$126
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HALF-DAY City and Panama Canal Tour: Shared or Private
Learn about Panama cocoa and create your own chocolate bar

Learn about Panama cocoa and create your own chocolate bar

AU$68
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Learn about Panama cocoa and create your own chocolate bar
Ship in transit at the Miraflores Locks

Panama Canal Tour

AU$103
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama Canal Tour
Panama Vice VIP Speakeasy Tour with Panama Hat included!

Late Night VIP Speakeasy & Rooftop Tour with Panama Hat & drink!

AU$227
per adult
Late Night VIP Speakeasy & Rooftop Tour with Panama Hat & drink!
Private 6 Hours Tour - Discovering Panama VIP

Private 6 Hours Tour - Discovering Panama VIP

AU$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private 6 Hours Tour - Discovering Panama VIP
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Our pick of the best Casco Viejo Hotel Deals

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City

5 out of 5
Calle Primera Oeste, San Felipe, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$492 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$492
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (509 reviews)
"Amazing ✨✨✨✨"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Independencia Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"It normal."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
American Trade Hotel

American Trade Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Plaza Herrera Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$422 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$422
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (561 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great dining, wonderful staff!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

American Trade Hotel
Hotel San Felipe

Hotel San Felipe

4 out of 5
Ave. Central entre calle 8a y 9a, Panama City
The price is AU$212 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$212
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
"It’s in the heart of the city, great place to stay"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel San Felipe
Hotel La Compania, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Hotel La Compania, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
Avenida A, Esquina Calle 8, Casco Antiguo, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$471 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$471
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"La Compania is truly special. The service is friendly and cheerful. The restaurants and bar provide high quality options that are creative and beautifully presented. The grounds are gorgeous and the rooms are lovely. Check-in was easy. There was a lovely note welcoming us with pertinent information. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Hotel La Compania, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Magnolia Inn

Magnolia Inn

2 out of 5
8-18 Calle 8 y Calle Boquete, Panama City, Panama
The price is AU$75 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$75
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free WiFi, airport drop-off service (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (379 reviews)
Perfect spot
"From the moment i stepped inside the staff greeted me with open arms. Because I arrived early I stored my bags while I headed out for an early lunch and a drink. The location was great. One corner of the block offered a wine bar, the other corner a brewery, and right next door to that another great ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Magnolia Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Casco Viejo

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San Felipe

While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Interoceanic Canal Museum and National Theater.

San Felipe
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Santa Ana

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Santa Ana. You might want to make time for a stop at Cinta Costera or Avenida Balboa.

Santa Ana
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El Chorrillo

While El Chorrillo isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Ancon Hill are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Chorrillo
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Calidonia

Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to explore sights like Cinta Costera.

Calidonia
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Balboa

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Balboa. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Albrook Shopping Mall and Bridge of the Americas are a few top places to visit.

Balboa
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Marbella

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.

Marbella

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