Top Panama City Trolley Tours

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.

Combine a highlights tour of Panama City with a visit to the Miraflores Locks on this guided excursion. With a guide to provide transportation and insightful commentary, make stops at Casco Viejo, Miraflores Locks, Amador Causeway and Bridge of the Americas. Opt for a small group tour limited to nine other travelers or upgrade for undivided attention on a private tour.

Discover the world-renowned Panama Canal and see the highlights of Panama City at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off city sightseeing tour. Travel in an open-top bus for unobstructed views and disembark at any of the stops when something captures your interest. See the Miraflores locks, Parque Urraca, the Biomuseo, Casco Antiguo, and so much more.

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.

If you’re a first-time visitor to Panama City, you’ll want to see the must-visit highlights. This five-hour Private or Share group tour, takes you to the atmospheric old town, the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal, and the sweeping Amador Causeway, with its great views of the city. If you’re short on time or on a quick shore excursion, this convenient tour makes the most of your time.

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.

Discover the wonders of the Panama Canal and learn about its operation on this private tour. Delve into the fascinating history and operations of this engineering marvel at the Miraflores Visitor Center. Then, venture to Gatun Lake for a boat tour, where you'll witness ships navigating the canal's locks and encounter diverse wildlife amidst the lush rainforest of Soberania National Park.

Cruise the Panama Canal to Gatun Lake on a nature tour from Panama City that includes round-trip transport from central Panama City and time to explore Gatun’s wildlife-rich shoreline by boat. Visit jungle islands that were cut off from mainland Panama by the construction of the canal, which protect a thriving population of monkeys, birds, crocodiles, and mammals.

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.

Indulge your inner foodie on this private excursion to Panama City’s best mom-and-pop destinations. This morning tour begins with convenient hotel pickup before heading out for complimentary tastings of dishes like sancocho and carimañolas, chicheme and tamales, local beer and coffee, sopa de pata, and ceviche. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.

Journey through the Panama Canal's Pedro Miguel and Miraflores Locks aboard the Pacific Queen. Depart Panama City, then board a boat for a trip through the canal's impressive locks. Entering through the Miraflores and Pedro Miguel locks, observe the impressive feats of engineering that make this passage possible. Learn about the canal's construction and consistent maintenance through your guide's informative commentary. Cruise back to your departure point, admiring views of Panama City's skyline before disembarking in Gamboa.

Discover Panama City on two wheels during this bike tour. Follow your guide around the history-rich Casco Viejo Old Town on this highlights tour that helps you get your bearings in Panama’s capital. Listen to local stories and get recommendations on where to eat and shop along the way. Perfect for guests who want to get an overview of Panama City, with the opportunity to take plenty of pictures along the way.

Take a break from Panama City and head to the Caribbean coast of Panama, to the beautiful San Blas Islands. Traveling by boat, check out a shipwreck and natural swimming pool, and enjoy the tropical scenery and atmosphere. Your tour includes activities—kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and more—and round-trip road and boat transport, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Refuel with a tasty included lunch, too, such as fresh fish and rice.

Encountering traditional Embera communities in Chagres National Park is a memorable part of exploring Panama, but visiting the park on your own can be tricky. On this day tour you cruise a jungle river, hike to a waterfall, and see a performance of traditional song and dance, with a traditional lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Panama City included.

Begin your adventure at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve in Soberana National Park, where you’ll begin your adventure at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve in Soberana National Park, home to the Aerial Tram. Ride an open-air gondola from the forest floor to the sunlit canopy. Enjoy vibrant greens and brilliant blooms along the way. Reach a 30-meter observation tower for stunning views of Soberania National Park and the Chagres River. Your guide will share fascinating insights about the ecosystem, including its plants, animals, and interactions. Next, the Corozal Arts & Crafts Center to Discover traditional crafts like jewelry, pottery, and textiles while interacting with skilled local artisans. Finally, explore Casco Antiguo, Panama City's historic district and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can stroll through cobblestone streets and admire the rich blend of Spanish, French, and American architecture. This adventure offers a unique glimpse into Panama's culture and history.

Step back more than 500 years and discover where Panama City's remarkable story began. On this guided visit to the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Panamá Viejo, you'll explore the fascinating ruins of the first European city on the Pacific coast of the Americas, destroyed by the infamous pirate Henry Morgan in 1671. Together we'll walk through the ancient streets, visit the museum, and uncover the stories that transformed Panama into one of the world's great crossroads. Panamá Viejo was the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific coast of the Americas and became one of the Spanish Empire's most important trading centers.