Guided Colonian Heritage Walking Tour in Panama

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Colonian Heritage (Our Beginning)

2 Adults x $100.00

$200.00

Approx Total

$200.00

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Spanish
Greate, friendly and relax atmosphere
Professional Certified Bilingual Guide specialized in History, Geography, Ecology, Ethnics & Culture

Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Bottled water

Overview

This is a fun and enriching walk through the history of three cities in one; its narrow streets,Churches and squares. You will learn about the history of Panama's second Jewel and how the city was moved after the pirate attack. Get an explanation about the three cities and their importance. You will Learn in a fun and different way with a certified tour guide that instead of showing you only the tourist places, will try to show and give you an idea of the day by day of our people. I will show you a part of apanama that others avoid; a part that is full of the true colors of Panama.

Itinerary

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The meeting point will be in the PLAZA V CENTENARIO. This is an important point where many parts of colonial history come together. This was the boundary between the area of the slaves and mestizos and the area of the Spanic elite. For centuries it was also the area of unofficial trade, including the opium during the Californian gold rush; was the beginning of the economy outside the wall. This place is connected with the Chinatown, the group who arrived for the construction of the first railway that linked the Pacific with the Atlantic;You will learn about chinese odyssey in Panama. This spot was scene of conflicts, adventures, separations, legends and also witness of how a country became the bridge of the world and the heart of the universe. Is an area full of stories, important to understand our history and culture; it will make you understand everything better, beyond a tourist point of view.

15 minutes
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We will cross the famous street of SALSIPUEDES. This is a historic and famous street from the colonial era that was the commercial emporium outside the walled city. almost prohibited for the elite, but necessary for the expansion of the economy and for the survival of the poor classes (slaves, indigenous, mestizos). Here you can see how the expansion outside the walls begins, we will see the vestiges of a beautiful architecture that little by little reappears.

10 minutes
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We will walk through the Santa Ana area and the famous PEDESTRIAN WALK; the first great commercial center of Panama and possibly Central America. This is a mandatory area for those who want to see and feel the real Panama. With buildings from the beginning of the century that show us styles like: Greek, Moorish, and Ardeco styles among others; with hundreds of stores and vendors that will make you understand why we are a meltin pot.

30 minutes
Casco Viejo

Casco Viejo Protection Walls: Like any elite European city of 1600, San Felipe had a sophisticated system of defenses and protection that separated it from the slums; as we walk and learn you will see and understand part of these fortifications sistem.

1 hour
Plaza de Francia

The mastermind behind the Suez Canal, the great Frenchman, Ferdinand de lesseps, arrived in Panama in 1880 convinced of being able to unite the Pacific with the Atlantic. and although he didn't achieve it, his sacrifice and corage is remembered today in this plaza. Here you will learn more about the French attempt to build a Canal and at the same time you will admire the beautiful view of the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal.

20 minutes
Plaza de la Catedral

You will see the main Plaza of the city and get inside some of the cathedrals. We will also have time for some photos of the beautiful parks and squares. You will have a couple of minutes for a little stop at the Arts and Crafts Center where you can buy some crafts made by our local people.

10 minutes
Plaza Bolivar

We cannot just pass by here without stopping to mention the visionary who knew that Panama would be the bridge to the world and the heart of the universe. We will take a few minutes to admire the majestic monument to Simon Bolivar, liberator of nations amd father of the latin american freedom

5 minutes

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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Great Panama Tour!

Published on Jan, 2025

We almost didn't book this tour but I am so glad we did! We learned so much and Jorge was such a great tour guide! This tour is well worth it, I recommend it :)

Jeorge was very knowledgeable

Published on Aug, 2023

Jeorge knew his history and was very knowledgeable about the city of Panama. It was a pleasure to explore the history and culture of the city with him. We felt safe at all times and he made us feel welcome

Fun and informative tour

Published on Mar, 2023

Jorge was fantastic. He’s so knowledgeable about the history of Panama. The tour gave context to all the places we’d seen walking around in Casco Viejo. He speaks clear English and is very personable.

A great historical story

Published on Feb, 2023

Our guide met us on time at the correct meeting location. He explained to us that our tour would not be the usual ‘tourist highlights’ but, rather a good historical account of how Panama was founded, moved and founded again. We would see all the important places in the story of Panama. It was a great experience! We learned a lot of new information about the history of the country and gained a better understanding of how it has developed until today. The story is fascinating and we are now eager to see other sights, such a Panama Viejo, that will compete the story.

Great Tour

Published on Feb, 2023

Jorge was the best guide. So knowledgeable and amenable. We enjoyed his tour thoroughly. We had already taken the usual tour inside the old city walls. This tour was a whole different perspective.

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