Casco Viejo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Casco Viejo
Popular places to visit
Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama is just one of the places to see in Panama City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Independence Square
You can learn about the history of Panama City with a trip to Independence Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
National Institute of Culture
You can study the exhibits at National Institute of Culture, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
National Theater
Enjoy a performance at National Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Interoceanic Canal Museum
You can study the exhibits at Interoceanic Canal Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Palacio de las Garzas
You can study the exhibits at Palacio de las Garzas, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
Boat tour in the Panama Canal to Monkeys and sloths islands
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Our pick of the best Casco Viejo Hotel Deals
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
Excellent hotel , good breakfast, great location, would highly recommend
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
Great room, attentive and courteous staff, great location
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
American Trade Hotel
Perfect location, friendly and attentive staff, plenty of character.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel San Felipe
The room was very clean and the hotel is very nice and it is in a great location for walking everywhere in Casco Viejo. The only problem we had was a lukewarm shower. Staff is very helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hotel Casa Panamá
Location is absolutely amazing
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo
Great location!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Viejo
San Felipe
While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.
Santa Ana
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Santa Ana. You might want to make time for a stop at Cinta Costera or Avenida Balboa.
El Chorrillo
While El Chorrillo isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Ancon Hill are some notable places to visit nearby.
Calidonia
Calidonia is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Estación Lotería or Santo Tomas Station to explore sights like Cinta Costera.
Curundu
While Curundu isn't home to many top sights, Albrook Shopping Mall and Iglesia del Carmen are some notable places to visit nearby.
Balboa
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Balboa. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Albrook Shopping Mall and Ancon Hill are a few top places to visit.