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.

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.

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.

We had an absolutely amazing tour with Luis Pinto. It was a private tour for the two of us, and our tour guide drove us in his clean car all around the city. Our tour guide (Luis) even arrived extra early to make sure he was waiting for us in the lobby. He had perfect English (despite never visiting an English speaking country). We started our tour at the canal, and we arrived in perfect timing to see a ship passing through the canal. Luis knew all the workers at the canal visitor center since he has done this for many years. He was also extremely flexible— we told him we already visited Casco Viejo so instead he took us to a former American army base that other tours don’t cover, and even made a stop at the Panama sign for pictures too. I highly recommend the tour with Luis. My only recommendation is that officially the tour was called for 10am, but we left a bit earlier since Luis arrived earlier in case, and we just just arrived in time to see the last boat, so make sure to coordinate with the tour guide to make sure you don’t miss seeing the boat as that was really a highlight of our trip.

Charlie was our guide, he was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about his country and its wildlife. We saw all kinds of monkeys up close during our trip on the lake, crocodiles, even a sloth up close! We then went to the sloth sanctuary, butterfly & frog houses. All in all a great tour and Charlie looked after us very well!

What a great experience we had ziplining. The staff explained everything with great detail and focusing on the safety of all in our group. The staff was friendly and participated in the fun filled experience of the activity. Alejandro picked us up on time and was very knowledgeable and friendly as well! Highly recommend this tour!! Thank you for a wonderful experience!