Panama City in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Panama City? See the canal and old town. Here is how to spend one perfect day in the crossroads of the Americas — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Miraflores Locks
2Casco Viejo
3Skyline views
4Rooftop sunset

Morning: the canal

Watch ships transit the Miraflores Locks.

Midday: Casco Viejo

Wander the colonial old town.

Evening: rooftop

Toast the skyline at sunset.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Panama City — prices per person.

Panama City

City Tour: Canal do Panamá, Casco Viejo e Amador com entrada inclusa

4.9(60)·5 horas

a partir de$117/ pessoa

via Viator

Panama City

Legends of Casco Viejo Tour: Joias escondidas com o Panamá Vibes Tours

4.9(2,072)·3 horas

a partir de$37/ pessoa

via Viator

Panama City in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Panama City in one day?

Yes — visit the Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal in the morning, explore colonial Casco Viejo at midday, and enjoy skyline views from a rooftop at sunset.

What is the best one-day Panama City tour?

A combined Panama Canal and Casco Viejo city tour is the most rewarding way to spend a single day in Panama City.

How much does one day in Panama City cost?

Budget roughly €40–€90 per person for a canal and city tour; Panama uses the US dollar.