Casco Viejo Travel Guide
Panama City
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Anita Villalaz Theater
Get tickets for a show at Anita Villalaz Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Panama City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
All-inclusive 8-hour catamaran tour to Isla Taboga from Panama City
Panama City: Poin Full Package Experience
Panama Canal Wildlife Boat Safari & Panamanian Brunch
Top hotels in Casco Viejo
American Trade Hotel
Staff was excellent from every transaction we had with them. Very friendly and helpful. Only stayed 2 days yet the staff knew us and greeted us when we saw them. The room was great. A little cold but they helped us regulate the temperature.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
Room was beautiful and clean. Views were great and the area is very nice. Many restaurants and shops nearby. Great views all around.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
The live music that played throughout the day
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo
Absolutely breathtaking property with a spectacular spa. We stayed and both La Compañía properties while visiting Panama and would return again. Thanks for the wonderful visit.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel San Felipe
Beautiful rooms, extremely helpful staff, and quiet for sleeping.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hotel Casa Panamá
Excellent location within walking distance for everything in old town. Had coffee ( no milk) and ice water complimentary in lobby.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
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 Flag of Cerro Ancón 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.
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 Flag of Cerro Ancón are a few top places to visit.
Marbella
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Marbella. You might want to make time for a stop at Avenida Balboa or Cinta Costera.
