Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
At a glance
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private is a 5h – 6h private experience in Panama City, Panama, operated by TPT. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 889 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $66.67 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air conditioned vehicle, Bottled water.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 889 travellers
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h – 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Infant 0–5 · Child 6–12 · Adult 13–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Shared canal and City Tour
from $66.67
Duration: 5 hours: Small group visiting the highlights of Panama and the canal locks. Others say they do not control the canal transits; we do!! Miraflores Locks: We will take you in the morning or afternoon (max 3:00pm) to guarantee 99.9999% that you will see the canal operation live!! Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:30, 13:00
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Private Canal and city tours
from $66.67
Duration: 5 hours: Best option to explore on your own way! Even that the tour normally starts at 7:30am, you can decide when to start. Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:25, 10:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
The Private tours can start anytime you want!
Enjoy the highlights of Panama City and the Canal in approximately 6 hours by visiting:
• Bridge of the Americas. This is a drive through at Ancon hill where you will find the administration building of the canal, the monument to the students killed in 1964 by the MP'S and the head to the view point at the bridge of the Americas.
• Miraflores Locks Visitor Center (Panama Canal)
• Casco Viejo: Colonial city built in 1673; today in the process to be restored
• Amador Causeway: artificial road built by the american military forces to protect the canal entrances or exits on both ends.
What's included
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Professional guide and lots of fun
Not included
- Lunch
- Panama Canal Entrance fees $20.00
- In the afternoon tour the bridge of the Americas look out is not available
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Miraflores locks visitor center gives us the chance to learn about the canal operation and history!! Observation deck and Morgan Freeman as the host of a well done movie will make this visit unforgettable! Admission fee not included.
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Stop 2 · 45m
An artificial road built to protect the canal entrances/exits!! Former military base of the US and today one of the most beautiful and visited places in Panama.
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Stop 3 · 15m
Iconic bridge built over the canal at the Pacific side of it! A view point built in honor of the Chinese community provides the perfect place for pictures!!
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Stop 4 · 2h
Second Panama City built in 1673! We will walk around the city visiting the main sites of this are and learning some history!!
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Stop 5 · 15m
It is a Catholic church located in the old town of Panama City in Panama.It was consecrated in 1796, although construction work began in 1688, 108 years earlier. It was designed by the military engineer Nicolás Rodríguez. We stop and explain about the church. Entering is optional as there is an admission fee of two dollars.
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Stop 6 · 5m
It a small, pleasant square in the historic Casco Viejo district, featuring a bust of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, who ordered the initial survey for an isthmian route In the 16th hundreds.
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Stop 7 · 15m
The flat arch of the Santo Domingo church served to prove that there is little seismic activity in Panama
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Stop 8
It's one of the most popular tourist areas in Panama City; its location and colonial style make it a great place to spend a pleasant day. As you walk around, you can see buildings from different eras.
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Stop 9 · 20m
It is the name commonly given to the set of works that form the walls surrounding Plaza de Francia in Panama City.
Meeting point
7:30am
Note: Pick ups will be set according to Hotels Location. For more accurate information feel free to contact us.
Departure Point: Hotel pick up at any hotel within the city area(Via España, Banking and financial area, Paitilla, Punta Pacifica, Balboa Avenue, El Cangrejo, Via Argentina). Not provided to: Playa bonita hotels, any airport hotels, Gamboa, Metro mall hotel, Amador). At the NOT PROVIDED PICK UP HOTELS information on where to meet will be provided according to the customer`s hotels to be picked up. Hotels outside Panama city please contact the local provider. Any hotel pick up could be provided prior contact with the local provider: additional fees can applied.
Return point: Returns to original departure point
Traveller ratings
4.9
891 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 809
- 4 ★ 52
- 3 ★ 17
- 2 ★ 7
- 1 ★ 6
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up time start at 7:10am
- Best way to contact us via Email or whatsapp prior to the date of the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private take?
The experience lasts about 5h – 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $66.67 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off; Air conditioned vehicle; Bottled water; Professional guide and lots of fun.
Where does it start?
7:30am Note: Pick ups will be set according to Hotels Location. For more accurate information feel free to contact us. Departure Point: Hotel pick up at any hotel within the city area(Via España, Banking and financial area, Paitilla, Punta Pacifica, Balboa Avenue, El Cangrejo…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 889 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Panama City.
