Panama City Tours: compare 7 options from US$ 30

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Panama City: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24 & 48-Hour

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Panama City: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24 & 48-Hour★ 3.29 (582) · 2h 30mfromUS$ 30View ›

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Panama City: Canal Locks & Old Town with Bilingual Guide

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Panama City: Canal Locks & Old Town with Bilingual Guide★ 4.88 (501) · 5hfromUS$ 67View ›

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Panama City: Canal Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway Tour

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Panama City: Canal Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway Tour★ 4.92 (97) · 7h 30mfromUS$ 120View ›

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Panama City: Canal & Casco Antiguo Guided Tour

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Panama City: Canal & Casco Antiguo Guided Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.41 (111)5hYou visit the Miraflores Locks with a 45-minute documentary and live observation of ships in transit, explore Panama City's financial district and coastal neighborhoods, stop at a craft market and duty-free shop, see the century-old Canal Administration Building, and walk through Casco Antiguo's colonial streets and churches. A bilingual local guide handles the transport and timing, so you don't have to piece together how to get between stops.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Panama Canal's engineering and the city's history in one day without arranging separate transport or entry tickets—the bilingual guide and fixed route mean you move through all three in a logical order, and the small-group format keeps the pace comfortable.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 35View ›

Panama City: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway Tour

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Panama City: Miraflores Locks, Casco Viejo & Amador Causeway Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (85)5hYou’ll step into Panama City’s rhythm—watching ships pass through Miraflores Locks, tasting local frozen treats along Amador Causeway, wandering Casco Viejo’s sun-warmed streets with your guide sharing stories all along the way. Expect laughter, unexpected flavors, and plenty of moments that linger longer than you’d think.Free cancellationKids −61%fromUS$ 90View ›

Panama City: Panama Canal & Casco Viejo Private Half-Day Tour

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Panama City: Panama Canal & Casco Viejo Private Half-Day Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.47 (92)4h–5hYou get a private vehicle and dedicated guide for a half-day loop through Panama City's main attractions: the Miraflores Locks with a Morgan Freeman documentary, the Amador Causeway waterfront, and the colonial streets of Casco Viejo with stops at Plaza Mayor, the American Trade Hotel, and Plaza de Francia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with honest local restaurant recommendations and insider shopping advice. The pace is flexible—your guide adjusts the route if ships aren't transiting or if you want extra time at a particular stop.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see Panama City's main sights—the Canal, the historic district, the waterfront—without arranging transport or timing yourself around group schedules. The private format means you can linger where you want and adjust the route if a ship transit is delayed or if something catches your interest.Free cancellationfromUS$ 63View ›

Panama City Layover: Canal & Casco Viejo with Airport Pickup

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Panama City Layover: Canal & Casco Viejo with Airport Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (15)7h–8hYou're picked up at arrivals with a sign, driven to the Panama Canal for a museum visit and ship-watching, then to the Amador Causeway for city views, through the historic streets of Casco Viejo, and past the modern skyline before returning to the airport. Water and snacks are included, and the guide handles all the stops — you just show up and move through them.Is it for me?Book this if you have a layover of three to five hours and want to see the main sights of Panama City without the hassle of arranging transport, entry fees, and timing yourself — the fixed route and included guide are what make a real tour possible in the time you have.Free cancellationKids −29%fromUS$ 169View ›

Panama City Tours — what to know before booking

This guide compares 7 bookable options for Panama City Tours, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 30. The average rating is 4.5 out of 5, based on 1,483 traveler reviews.

Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. 7 of the 7 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Panama City Tours cost?

Prices start at US$ 30. There are 7 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 7 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Panama City: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24 & 48-Hour is the travelers' favorite, rated 3.3 out of 5 across 582 reviews.

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