Old Town History, Legends and Lifestyle Free Tour of Panama

Join me on a journey through time in the heart of Panama City. On this tour, we won’t just look at monuments; we will understand how society, piracy, and engineering shaped this UNESCO World Heritage gem.

Our Itinerary:

• Santa Ana Plaza: We begin in the old "arrabal," the artisan quarter outside the city walls, to understand the true colonial life.
• La Merced Church: Discover its Baroque facade, rescued stone by stone from the ruins of Old Panama after Captain Henry Morgan’s pirate attack.
• The Golden Altar (San José): I’ll share the clever legend of the priest who outsmarted pirates to save this priceless treasure.
• Independence Square (Plaza Mayor): The political and religious core. We’ll admire the Cathedral Basilica and discuss Panama’s path to independence.
• Arco Chato: Discover why these ruins were decisive in ensuring the Panama Canal was built here and not in another country.
• Paseo de las Bóvedas & Plaza de Francia: We conclude with the best panoramic views, walking along the old city walls while honoring the French legacy.
• We will finish by the sea, the perfect spot to continue enjoying local gastronomy and authentic crafts.