Top Panama City Private Sightseeing Tours

I had a limited time in Panama and wanted to try and see the sights as quickly as possible. I found this tour on Viator and it checked a lot of boxes for me. Ivan did a great job explaining the different sites and the history of Panama City. We went from Casco Viejo to Amador Causeway where we stopped to see some sloths, looked at the view and took pics at the Panama. Then we went to see the Bridge of Americas. Sadly the Chinese platform that gives good views was demolished and closed for visitors. We then went to downtown Panama City to see all the buildings. Stopped at Marriott and the Spire buildings to take pics. We then worked our way to Panama Canal. Unfortunately, no boats were planned at all during my tour time so instead of paying to see the film and no boats, he took me to a different lock that was free to see at the top and start of Gaten Lake. From here, we cross the Centennial Bridge where we saw a large vessel heading down the canal. Lastly, we went back to Casco Viejo for a walk through the old town where he did a great job alternating indoor and outdoor sights due to the heat. Only recommendation I would have for someone is to do the early trip so you can see boats in the canal. Otherwise it was a great tour. Ivan was very friendly and knowledgeable.

The tour was fantastic!!!! I had a chance to be up close and personal with the locks. It was so cool. We enjoyed the movie and the bus ride. The time in the old city was really cool. We got to try the Panamanian coffee. It was only $12 to try. I would let the driver know early on that you want to try it. Our guide let us go back to grab some but we had to rush a bit. The lunch was just okay and we had to sit outside which I didn’t prefer. But, it was beneficial as it was Ash Wednesday and we got to see the parade. Our tour guide was great. He explained sooooo much. I would have preferred to skip the shops after the canal and have time to shop in the old city instead. They will let you stay there versus going back to your hotel if you ask.

Oliver was highly knowledgeable, incredibly accommodating, prepared for every contingency and taking even longer than advertised to make sure we saw everything we wanted By the end he felt like family and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to explore Panama city

Very well organised day trip through the Panama Canal, ocean to ocean fulfilling a lifelong dream. The comentary was excellent giving lots of information, facts & figures too. We were fed well with breakfast, lunch & a substantial mid-afternoon snack + drinks. The experience of travelling through the locks is fascinating & the scenery is wonderful especially through Gatun Lake.

We were well communicated with from before the tour, meeting at the airport -'and Jennifer was excellent energy and knowledge about the city and canal - they allowed me to make an additional stop which was nice and got us back to airport in timely manner. Excellent tour

This bike tour was hands-down one of the best ways to explore Panama City. From the start, everything felt relaxed, well organized, and welcoming. The route was thoughtfully planned — a perfect mix of historic areas, scenic views, and local neighborhoods you’d never fully appreciate from a car. The bikes were in great condition, and the pace was comfortable, making it enjoyable whether you’re an experienced cyclist or just someone who likes to ride casually. What really made the experience special was the guide: incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about Panama’s history, culture, and everyday life. They shared stories and insights you won’t find in a guidebook and were happy to answer questions along the way. Riding through the city gave me a real sense of Panama’s energy — the contrasts between old and new, the waterfront views, and the vibrant street life. I also appreciated how safe and well-managed the tour felt, even while riding through busy areas. If you’re visiting Panama City and want a fun, active, and informative experience that helps you truly connect with the city, this bike tour is an absolute must. I’d do it again without hesitation and highly recommend it to anyone looking for something memorable and unique.

Our Guide was Juan and he was very knowledgeable, kind and very accommodating. The driver was Altero (I am not sure of the spelling of Alteroname). Altero was also very nice and accommodating... My family and I really enjoyed both Juan and Altero... Keep up the Awesome Job and we will definitely patronize this company again..Merry Christmas and Feliez Navidad.

The tour company communicated well and picked us up at our Airbnb. There were three of us ages 59 and 15. Our a driver was very knowledgeable and on the way out to the zip line told us more about Panama & the area around the zip line. We stopped at a gorgeous hotel and picked up snacks, water & use the restroom before we got to the zip line. When we arrived, we signed in and they helped us get settled into our gear. There are free lockers to store your gear in that you don’t wish to carry with you. I did take my cell phone, which is on a strap that hangs around my neck to take additional videos and pictures. They take pictures too. Then the guides gave us instructions on zip lining. We are not new to zip lining but if you are, this is a great group to go with. There are 13 lines. They use the automatic braking system so as you descent the line it helps slow you down as the Guide at the bottom helps catch and stop you. All their gear appears to be well kept and maintained. There were about 15 people in our group so it didn’t take long for us to enjoy zip line. They drove us to the top of the mountain where we had a short walk to the first line before we descended down back to base camp. 2 hours total of zip lining. There are many spectacular views of the Panama Canal, the Chargers river, and the rainforest. Once we descended back down to base camp we were given water and helped out of our gear. Then we viewed all the pictures that they had taken along the way of us. You cannot purchase your pictures separately, you purchase all of them on a card like USB for only $15. We highly recommend this tour. We really Enjoyed it. Please wear closed toed hiking shoes or sneakers. For women I suggest wearing pants or capris and men wear pants or long shorts to the knees. Don’t forget to bring your bug spray too. HAVE FUN!!