Top Panama City Classes & Workshops

Have you always wanted to learn the secrets of Salsa Dancing? No Experience? No Partner? No Problem! Have fun with a whole team of Professional Dancers. Welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Unique experience, customized to each traveler! Go from first steps to dancing in the club in one night! See all of the hidden hot spots in Panamá for Salsa dancing. Join the welcoming community of salsa dancers in Latin America! Try not to get addicted! Don't just see Panamá, feel it!

Learn to make local food yourself in this Panama City cooking class to take your appreciation of Panamanian cuisine to the next level. Follow your chef instructor as they take you through 10 recipes, eating and sipping on unlimited cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages as you work your way through the menu. This class can cater to vegetarians and people with other food restrictions.

Step into the shoes of a rum master blender at Casa Barú's exclusive 'Craft Your Own Rum' workshop, an immersive experience in the heart of Panama City's vibrant Casco Viejo. Forget traditional tastings; here, you actively participate and master the art of rumblending. During this one-hour session, discover the Casa Barú production method, our raw materials and the secrets of distillation. This is not just about tasting; it is about understanding the science and passion behind every drop. Guided by expert instructors, you will explore different flavor profiles. We talk about the aromatic notes, giving you the freedom to design and mix your own custom rum recipe, perfectly tailored to your palate. Once your master blend is perfected, bottle it in a 235 ml hip flask or a 700 ml bottle. While you seal your creation, enjoy a complimentary cocktail. Take home the ultimate souvenir capturing your creative journey: a completely unique bottle of rum that exists nowhere else in the world.

This activity comes out differently because the guest shall learn how to cook with the spices and come up with tasty Panamanian and African dishes. The guests shall be cooking with fresh ingredients as they learn new cooking skills. These new cooking skills make my experience unique.

Chocolate and cocoa are among Panama’s main exports, but you don’t have to just stop at buying a bar at the convenience store. Learn more about Panamanian chocolate and cocoa production and make your own chocolate bar during this fun activity at a factory in the capital. Kids and adults alike will love getting hands on during the lesson, and then sampling their creations after.

Learn to dance salsa during a fun-filled one-hour small-group class in Panama City’s atmospheric Casco Viejo neighborhood. Even complete beginners and solo dancers without partners can improve their dancing skills under the guidance of a professional teacher. Get personalized attention and feel comfortable while learning more about Latin American culture.

Get an authentic taste of Panama's cuisine and learn how to recreate dishes at home during this cooking class. Learn to shop the markets like a local and how to hunt for the freshest ingredients. Your guide will teach you about the herbs and seasonings that make Panama's cuisine shine. Get home cooking techniques from a local chef, and cap off the class with a complimentary drink.

Take the stress out of airport arrival or departure with this private transfer between Tocumen International Airport and downtown Panama City, Panama. Your driver meets you at the airport with a private air-conditioned vehicle for your hassle-free transfer to downtown. This service is available 24-hours a day, includes tolls, and can be booked round trip.

Forget crowded bars and tourist menus, this is Panama the way locals experience it. You’ll step inside a real Panamanian home, where our local host will guide you through the entire experience. You’ll prepare 4 classic Panamanian cocktails - each one paired with a small dish you’ll make and taste on the spot, turning the class into a relaxed gathering in a friend’s kitchen than a formal class. As you mix and cook, your host shares stories, techniques, and everyday traditions that connect each recipe to Panama’s Caribbean roots. Everything is taught step by step, making it easy to follow whether you’ve mixed cocktails before or not. By the end, you’ll leave with simple recipes you can recreate anywhere, new skills to impress friends back home, and the memory of one of Panama City’s most vibrant nights in an authentic local setting. Guests often call this the unexpected highlight of their trip - and if it’s not the highlight of yours, you’ll get your money back, no questions asked.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Afro-rooted rhythms with The Panama Dance Experience. This one-hour class welcomes participants of all levels and ages, blending up to three dynamic styles per session such as salsa, bachata, reggaeton, Afro dance, congo, and dancehall. Led by passionate instructors, you will do more than just learn the steps. You will connect with the rhythm, energy, and cultural heartbeat of Panama.

Get up close to Panama’s wealth of wildlife on this boat tour of Lake Gatun. Spot monkeys—such as howlers, white-faced capuchins, and tamarins—in their natural habitat, and look out for sloths, anteaters, crocodiles, capybaras, manatees, and a variety of exotic birds. Cruise through this immersive setting with a guide, and benefit from included hotel pickup and drop-off, too.

Many travelers visit the locks at the Panama Canal but fewer venture to the surrounding islands to explore the biodiversity. On this half-day small-group tour, take a boat ride inside the Panama Canal, looking out for wildlife such as monkeys, iguanas, and sloths. Travel with a small group for personalized attention, and a guide who can answer all your questions. The tour includes admission fees and air-conditioned transfers for added comfort.

Cruise the entirety of the Panamá Canal, from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean, during this full-day tour in Panamá City. Board a small vessel to travel through all three sets of locks that make up the canal. Voyage on Gatun Lake and the Chagres River. Learn about the history and construction of the canal from your guide while you travel. Disembark in Colón and board a shuttle for the return trip to Panamá City. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages are provided on board. Please Note: The exact check-in time will be confirmed the day before your tour via email. Please make sure you check your inbox.

Live the experience of wearing a traditional Panamanian sweatshirt, which is to embrace a rich cultural tradition full of elegance and history. The T-shirt is a beautifully handmade garment, usually made of fine cotton or linen, adorned with intricate embroidery, colored ribbons and elaborate lace. Please provide the following measurements: height, weight, shoe size, ankle to waist measurement. There are three options: the typical dress, the montuna sweatshirt and the congo sweatshirt. Gala Chiffoner : It is the most elegant and representative traditional dress in Panama, it is the most elegant, with fine embroidery, abundant gold jewelry and treble, Pollera montuna : It is a simpler and more practical version of the pollera originating in the rural areas of the interior of the country. Pollera Congo : It is part of the Congo tradition of the Panamanian Caribbean coast, especially in the province of Colón made with pieces of fabric of many colors.

First-time visitors to Panama City who want an interesting overview will enjoy this day tour. Check out the beautiful colonial-era architecture of the old town, see how the incredible locks of the Panama Canal work, and drive along the Amador Causeway for great city and sea views. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience. As the tour lasts about five hours, you’ll have time to freshen up and enjoy the evening after.

Escape Panama City on the newest and largest catamaran for a day of boating, swimming and dancing. During this 6-hour tour, you will swim on a beautiful virgin bay, visit the beach and the Island Village. Onboard the catamaran, enjoy sundecks, shaded areas, music, animation, morning snacks, lunch, and an open bar. This 6-hour tour is the perfect choice to avoid the afternoon tropical weather and have enough time for night plans.

"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.

Step into the vibrant world of salsa dancing right in the heart of Panama City. This immersive experience is perfect for anyone, whether you're a single traveler or part of a couple, as the friendly instructors guide you through the basics in real time on the dance floor & have you dancing like a pro in just one night. With over 40 years of combined experience, the team ensures that you receive personalized attention while we all dance the night away. Together we’ll hit the town and dance at some of Panama's hottest local clubs, where you can showcase your skills and connect with the lively Latin dance community. Get ready to feel the rhythm.

Travel southbound through the Panama Canal during this 6-hour tour from Panama City. With your local guide, board a bus for a 45-minute journey to Gamboa, home of the Panama Canal Dredging Division. Meet your vessel, the Pacific Queen, for a trip through the Gailard cut, the Pedro Miguel Locks and the Miraflores Locks. Admire scenic views of the Centennial Bridge, the Chagres River, and the Bridge of the Americas. Eat a complimentary lunch on board during your journey. Disembark at the Flamenco Marina in Panama City. Please Note: The exact check-in will be confirmed the day before your tour via email. Please make sure you check your inbox.

Every country has a story - Panama tells hers through flavor. This experience was born from our love for those hidden tastes locals grow up with but travelers rarely find. Your host opens her home to share 32 of Panama’s most beloved bites and sips, connecting each one to a region, a ritual, or a memory. It’s not just a tasting, it’s a cultural map told through food. You’ll experience how ingredients, traditions, and people blend into the country’s identity, and leave with stories and flavors that stay with you long after you return home.

Forget the fruits you know. In Panama, the markets hide flavors so rare that even seasoned travelers have never seen them. Guided by a local host, you’ll walk through colorful stalls where each tasting comes with a story, learning why certain fruits are used for energy, others for comfort, and how local communities have relied on them for centuries. What begins as a tasting quickly becomes a window into Panama’s biodiversity and cultural roots. This experience feels less like a tour and more like discovering the country through the people who live it. Every stop brings a new surprise, and every fruit becomes a memory you’ll want to share. Groups are intentionally small and many fruits depend on the season, meaning no two tours are ever the same. And by the end, you’ll carry with you the genuine memory of having lived Panama the way locals do - walking their markets, tasting what they eat, and connecting with traditions most visitors never get to see.

This isn’t just a salsa class—it’s a full-on immersion into the heart and soul of Latin America! You'll learn to move to the rhythm of salsa, connect with local dancers, and star in your very own Salsa Video filmed on a rooftop with jaw-dropping views of historic Casco Viejo. ✨ No Experience? No Partner? No Problem! Our professional dance team will guide you every step of the way, making sure you feel confident, celebrated, and—most importantly—have a blast. Whether you're a solo traveler, couple, or group, you’ll be welcomed like family into our vibrant community of dancers. Every experience is customized to your comfort and style—no cookie-cutter routines here! This is more than a dance class—it's a joyful celebration of culture, connection, and expression. One session, and you just might find yourself hooked. Don't just visit Panamá… live it. Move to the rhythm, feel the magic, and take home memories that dance.

Learn Spanish where it’s lived, felt, and enjoyed! At Spanish Academy, you don’t just take Spanish classes... you live the language! ️✨ Located in the heart of Panama, we offer a one-of-a-kind experience: ✅ Personalized lessons with certified native teachers ✅ Cultural activities and outings to practice in real-life situations ✅ A warm, fun, and 100% immersive environment Whether you're traveling for tourism, business, or living in Panama, our practical approach will help you communicate with confidence from day one. It’s not just a class—it’s an experience that will transform your trip. Book now and become part of our international student community!