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No minimum number of attendeesNo minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Early: Urban Expressions in a Tropical Cosmopolitan City
Guru:
Inés
Registered on May 02, 2019
Hello! I am Inés, I come from Chiriquí and I am a resident of Bella Vista. I have become a Panama City guru looking for the history of the neighborhoods, the names of avenues and buildings tell a lot about the future we are creating so Explore Panama with me. Limited quotas. Tour is confirmed upon reservation.
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Tour description
In this tour we want to share the history, current events and future of some avenues in Panama City , specifically in an area between the neighborhoods of San Felipe, Santa Ana, Ancón and Calidonia .
We have been doing the tour since 2019 and have been adapting the route to today visit at least nine sites early in the morning in a period of three to four hours:
- V Centenario Park . It is the meeting point and start of the tour. Here you can see a panoramic view of the city.
- Chinatown . They will learn the history of one of the migrant communities that settled in Panama.
- Salsipoders and Avenida B. In this area we will observe murals painted by local artists and the opening routine of the commercial area that happens at that time.
- San Felipe Neri Municipal Market. They will visit the inns and sales areas for crafts, legumes, vegetables, fruits, natural drinks and more. There are bathrooms available at this site for a cost of 25¢
- Central Avenue . We will take a look at the movement of the city's largest pedestrian avenue, a historic commercial area of the 20th century.
- National Institute of Panama. You will learn about the legacy of the Panamanian student generations and an iconic building from the beginning of the 20th century.
- Avenue of the Martyrs . Cross to the Ancón area and observe painted murals and sculptures by local artists commemorating historical events.
- Gorgas de Ancón Complex . You will learn about the administrative area of the Canal Zone and part of the history of its construction and transfer to Panama.
- Canal Administration Building to observe murals from 1914. Bathrooms usually available.
At this last point we end the tour, unless you want to go to the top of Cerro Ancón or return on foot to Casco Antiguo or to the 5 de Mayo Metro station . In that case it would accompany you to show other areas on the way to a certain point.
It is suggested to bring umbrellas and other protection from the sun or sudden rain, stay hydrated, cash to buy drinks, fruits or other snacks and use of bathrooms, a cell phone or camera for photos and a simple backpack to carry your belongings.
It is a tour that starts early to be able to tour an area of the city that is best appreciated at that time due to the temperature.
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Highlights
What will we visit on this tour?
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View on mapMeeting point:XF47+2F4, Panama City, PanamaXF47+2F4, Panama City, Panama
Pin by Explore Panama
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1Outside visitV Centennial Square
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2Outside visitChinatown of Panama
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3Outside visitGet out if you can
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4Free admissionMercado San Felipe Neri
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5Outside visitPedestrian Central Avenue
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6Outside visitNational Institute
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7Outside visitAvenue of the Martyrs
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8Outside visitSupreme Court of Justice
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9Free admissionEdificio de la Administración del Canal de Panamá
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour opinions
Juan Carlos
30 Apr 2023
Tengan cuidado porque aunque confirmen, si acaso llueve un poco o parece que lloverá los dejarán plantados si más.
Me pidieron confirmar antes del tour y al llegar al lugar me informa el guía que no llegaría. Pérdida de tiempo. Busquen otras opciones
Lawland
27 Jan 2023
Verified booking
Travelled alone -
Jan 2023
Loved my journey. My first 15 hours in Panamá as a usa 🇺🇸 citizen. Informative, open and diverse range of topics - cultural, historical, political and economics. Nice 3-4 hours in Panamá City
Dawn
14 Jan 2023
Verified booking
Travelled alone -
Jan 2023
Inés is a gem of a guide! I learned so much from her about Panamanian food, history, and culture! I originally chose this tour because I wanted to see something more interesting than the usual sites…and this tour combined food, different sites, and even a bit of Ancon Hill. I highly recommend Inés as her English is excellent, and she’s really knowledgeable and informative! Loved it all!
Laura
22 Dec 2022
Verified booking
Travelled in family -
Dec 2022
Fantastic tour that gave us a true view of the city, beyond Casco Viejo, with murals that tell well known and less well known stories of Panamanian history. Revolutionary students, colonisation, reconciliation. A truly modern view of a dynamic city. Loved it!!!!
Joe Wilson
16 Dec 2022
Verified booking
Travelled in couple -
Dec 2022
She is definitely as good as advertised. Highly recommend this tour!!
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.
What should you know?
Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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