Panama City Shore Excursions, Panama

Searching for the ultimate sightseeing experience in Panama? Skip the large, crowded coach tours and discover Panama City in a more personal way with our small group tours. Operated by one of Panama's top-rated tour companies and guided by the finest experts in the region, we guarantee an unforgettable journey through the city’s rich history and vibrant culture.

Take one of our most popular wildlife excursions and sprinkle in some history and culture and you have one of the best one day nature tours in Panama. Start the day exloring the Panama Canal on the way to Monkey Island. Mingle with the monkeys, then mingle with the indigenous Embera Wounaan in their village on the shores of Gatun & Chagres River. Culture & nature combine for one amazing day in Panama.

One of the best deals on shore excursions in Panama, the Panama City Hop On Hop Off bus tour departs every hour from Amador and is a great way to see the top tourist attractions in Panama. Visit the highlights of Panama such as the Miraflores Locks, the former US military zone and the historical disctrict of Casco Viejo and all at your own leisurely pace.

Hop aboard a Panama Fast Ferry and enjoy a scenic boat tour of Panama Bay and the entrance of the Panama Canalon your way to spend the day in Panama's favorite weekend getaway spot, Taboga Island. Our Taboga Island One Day Tour includes the boat ride from Panama City, loungers and umbrellas on the beach, a guided tour of the island, and a delicious lunch. And with flexible departure and return times, you have as little or as much time to explore Taboga Island all on your own.

Avoid the crowded cruise ship excursions and explore Panama's UNESCO World Heritage Sites by bicycle with the guidance of our bilingual guides on our Casco Viejo Bike Tour in Panama City. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Panama City sightseeing from the vantage point of your own bicycle. The Amador Causeway Bike Tour is the perfect way to escape the crowds and cruise your way around one of Panama’s important historical sites.

Experience the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal at the Miraflores Locks, just 20 minutes from Panama City. Watch massive ships navigate the locks, raising and lowering over 80 feet as they transition between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center to learn about the canal's history through interactive exhibits and a 3D movie narrated by Morgan Freeman. With convenient access and fascinating insights, it's an unforgettable stop for travelers on a tight schedule.

Step into the charm of Casco Viejo, Panama’s colonial heart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built after the pirate destruction of Panama la Vieja, this historic district blends Spanish colonial roots with French, Caribbean, and Art Deco flair. Wander cobblestone streets lined with restored churches, palaces, and theaters, each telling a story of resilience. Perfect for a quick cultural escape during a cruise stop or layover, Casco Viejo is history, architecture, and vibrant local life in one unforgettable stroll.

From wildlife to marine life, the whole family will enjoy this hands-on nature eco- adventure.
Length: 4 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Fees, Guided Hike, Naturalist Guide at Punta Culebra Smithsonian Research Institute.

Step back in time to 1519 at Panama la Vieja, the original Panama City, where crumbling ruins whisper tales of conquistadors and pirate raids. Then fast-forward just 11 km to Casco Viejo, a UNESCO World Heritage gem bursting with colonial charm, colorful plazas, and vibrant culture. Together, these two historic districts tell the story that shaped modern Panama City—and paved the way for the Panama Canal. The perfect intro to Panama or a must-do shore excursion when time is short!

Sightseeing in Panama goes far beyond skyscrapers and historic landmarks. Just minutes from the city, lush rainforest and exotic wildlife await you at Monkey Island. Cruise across Lake Gatun and through hidden Panama Canal channels, keeping your eyes peeled for playful white-faced capuchins, boisterous howler monkeys, and lazy sloths. Spot crocodiles sunning on the banks, colorful lizards darting about, and vibrant tropical waterfowl. Your journey to Monkey Island is an unforgettable blend of nature, adventure, and pure Panama magic.

If you are looking for the ultimate cultural exchange on your Panam Vacation, you really must visit with one of the indigenous communities in Panama. Our Embera Village Tour will take you back in time from Panama City to the meet with the Tusipono Embera Indigenous in just 6 hours. Travel by dugout canoe up the Chagres River, swim in a beautiful waterfall, and meet with Panama's prestigious indigenous at the Tusipono Embera Indigenous Village.

Over 250 species of birds, reptiles & amphibians are waiting for you and your binoculars with the help of our expert Birdwatching guides.
Length: 3 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Park Fees, Expert Birding Guide.

Come and explore the jungle and its abundance of wildlife all within Panama City limits.
Length: 3 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Fees, Guide.

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So you have seen the canal from the deck of your cruise ship, but how would you like to see Panama Bay and the entrance of the Cocoli Locks from your own private yacht charter in Panama? Choose from a 4 hour sightseeing cruise, or throw out a couple of fishing lines and head over to Taboga with a 6 hour charter. This is the perfect private shore excursion in Panama for boat lovers. And this 27´Proline holds you and up to 7 of your friends too!