Overlook Large Ships Passing Through Miraflores Locks
Today you will immerse yourself all day in the charm of Panama’s capital city. In the morning, we will first visit the
Amador Causeway, a 3.5-km long and narrow path stretching into the Pacific Ocean, offering a leisurely morning stroll. Then head to see the
Bridge of the Americas, one of the most important bridges spanning over Panama Canal. Next, we will drive to go sightseeing at
Casco Viejo (San Felipe), a historic district full of charm. It is the “Old Quarter” of Panama, boasting a lot of Spanish-style colonial buildings. Walking around the area, it is delightful to appreciate neoclassical buildings and have a taste of local culture. You will also be guided to visit the
France Square, where a rooster sculpture stands on an obelisk in the center, commemorating the workers and engineers who died when building the Panama Canal. At least 25,000 workers died and most of them died of yellow fever and malaria.
After that, we will go to the
Miraflores Visitor Center, where you can view the iconic Panama Canal from a different angle. You can not only watch a 45-minute movie about the history of the Panama Canal, and visit the
Canal Museum, but also overlook cargo ships and even cruises passing through
Miraflores Locks on its large Observation Deck. Then, the journey continues to
Panama Viejo - Ruins of the First Panama City, the first colonial city in Panama established by Spanish people, which was later destroyed by pirates. Today’s last stop is to explore the international
Panama City and admire its beautiful skyline.
Note:The visit order is subject to change according to the ship transit schedules of Miraflores Locks to make you have the best travel experience.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Panama Distrito Financiero (4 stars)
Panama Viejo
Panama City Old Town
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