Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Panama City
"Panama: The Engineering of Destiny" A technical and historical tour of the world axis. Many visit the Channel to watch boats pass by. We come to understand how the world moved. This is not a scenic excursion; it is an immersion in the logistics, resilience and vision that allowed this isthmus to change the global geography. This is not a sightseeing tour; it is a private dive into the backbone of America. Reserved for those who demand exclusivity, our experience connects the colonial legacy of the Old Town with the engineering that defied fate.
We offer guided tours in the visitor center of the Miraflores exclusives on the Panama Canal, where you can visit the Canal Museum and see the boats passing through the game of exclusives, rise above sea level and clearly learn the importance of the same.
Colonial city of Panama since 1673 located on the outskirts of what is now the metropolis, where you can learn about the different ruins and temples that tell their story from their walls
Old military fort built to protect the entrance of the Canal, today, one of the most relevant and colorful tourist attractions where you can visit the duty free Anphora, the Panama sign, and appreciate the spectacular view of the city and the bay.
We pick up throughout Panama City, Marcos A. Gelabert Albrook Airport and Playa Bonita Veracruz. Note: We do not pick up at the Cruise Port of the city of Colón. Note: Price does not include Tocumen International Airport. Note: All reservations that have a pick-up point outside the city center such as airports, ports, resorts or airBnB, etc. They will have to pay an additional pickup charge
Discover Panama: History of the City and the Canal lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $80 per person for this Panama City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up throughout Panama City, Marcos A. Gelabert Albrook Airport and Playa Bonita Veracruz. Note: We do not pick up at the Cruise Port of the city of Colón. Note: Price does not include Tocumen International Airport. Note: All reservations that have a pick-up point outside the city center such as airports, ports, resorts or airBnB, etc. They will have to pay an additional pickup charge Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyMJz5tJI8AztUBVvbFwjzVk=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyAhU/tHtEqd9CC+rk5kHDkI=.
The experience is available in EN, EN, ES, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
A+ tour. Dennis is a great tour guide. Shared a lot of history of his beautiful country of Panamá. Dennis communicated with us a day before to confirm pick up location and time. This is a must do tour if this is your first time in Panamá.
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and learning about Panama's history. It was a pleasure being your guide. You're always welcome back! Dennis Roberts.
Dennis was great!!! Very friendly and knowledgeable. He made us feel comfortable and safe as we travelled throughout the city. I highly recommend this tour.
We enjoyed the tour. Dennis was amazing and very knowledgeable about the history and the science of the canal. He was so great in explaining things even with our millions of questions. The tour length was perfect. At the end, he dropped us off at Casco Viejo for lunch. We would not recommend Funda Lo Que Hay. We waited for nearly an hour only to be offered an outdoor seat in the garden on a hot and muggy day.
Dennis is an amazing historian! We loved him so much we sought additional private tours with him during our vacation. For anyone wanting a one on one tutorial of what you won’t learn in the history books about the Panama Canal, this is the tour you want to take!!!
This experience was amazing! Fernando gave us all of the history that we asked for and timed the canal perfectly. He swapped out a stop for us to see more of what we really wanted and we were very grateful. His car was nice and air conditioned and he made sure to get us some waters for our journey. This was such a memorable time and he was an outstanding photographer. I was so happy to have photos of my husband and myself. We only had one day to spend in Panama City after being in Bocas and it was easily our favorite day of our entire trip. Book this one! We had great communication from the time of booking on.
Thank you so much for sharing such a fantastic review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your day in Panama City with Fernando was the favorite part of your entire trip. At Dennis Roberts Panamá, we always strive to tailor every tour to our guests' preferences, so we are delighted that the itinerary adjustments, the history, the comfort of the vehicle, and the photos made your experience so memorable. Thank you for your high recommendation and for being so great to communicate with from the very start. We would love to welcome you and your husband back in the future. Safe travel!
Benjamín was very attentive and friendly. He accompanied us with joy and provided information about the history of the place.
¡Muchas gracias por tu reseña! Nos alegra un mundo saber que Benjamín te brindó una experiencia tan atenta, amistosa y llena de buena energía. Para nosotros es un placer compartir la historia y la cultura de nuestro entorno con alegría. Esperamos tener el honor de acompañarte nuevamente en una próxima aventura. ¡Un gran saludo!
If you have as knowledgable a tour guide as Dennis, you will learn so much about the history of the Panama Canal and Panama City! He makes the story intriguing. We saw a ship rising and moving out of the locks and he explained the mechanism by which it happens. After the canal we watched the IMAX film. Totally worthwhile. Then on to the charming Old City! Dennis knows all the locals and is very friendly.
Dear Patti, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of your experience with us! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that I made your tour of Panama City and the Canal so engaging and insightful. I truly loves sharing the history of our country, and it’s fantastic that you got to see the locks in action and enjoy the IMAX film. We hope to welcome you back to Panama in the future! Warm regards, DennisRobertsPanama
Dennis was a wealth of knowledge. We would definitely go on tours with him again. My mother is a nervous rider and she was nervous the whole time.
Our tour guide was Dennis. He was very sociable, knowledgeable regarding the canal and the history of Panama, and his English was excellent!! Be sure to ask for him if you book this tour
Desr Charlie. Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! It was truly a pleasure guiding you and sharing the fascinating history of the Panama Canal and our country. I am thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and felt well-informed throughout the day. Providing a personal and knowledgeable experience is always my top priority, and your recommendation means the world to me. I hope to welcome you back to Panama in the future for more adventures! Warm regards, Dennis Roberts.
The tour guides arrived on time and drove directly to the canal, but had great entertaining stories along the way. The canal was just the right amount of information and background for you to appreciate the huge engineering fee that it is.
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure sharing the stories behind Panama's history with you. I'm glad you enjoyed the balance of information at the Canal—it truly is a world-class engineering marvel, and I love helping guests appreciate the scale of it. Safe travels, and I hope to see you again for another adventure! Dennis Roberts.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discover Panama: History of the City and the Canal | 4–5 hours | 4.9 (469) | $80 | |
 Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch | 7 hours | 4.9 (1,872) | $46 | View |
 Panama Canal and City Tour Experience | 5 hours | 4.9 (501) | $67 | View |
 Panama Canal With Entry Ticket & City Tour: Old Town & City Views | 5 hours | 4.9 (1,861) | $89 | View |
 Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour | 5 hours | 4.8 (1,848) | $60 | View |
 Gatun Lake: Monkeys & Exotic Wildlife by the Canal | 4 hours | 4.8 (2,390) | $35 | View |
 All-inclusive catamaran 7.5h Isla Taboga from Panama City | 7h 30min | 4.8 (424) | $99 | View |