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1. Private Tour of the Historic Center of Panama and Canal

2. Private or Small Group Tour of the City and Panama Canal

3. Top Monkey Island Tour Privado

4. Panama Canal Tour and Gatun Lake Ecotour

5. The 'Real' Panamanian Private Food Tour

6. Private and Personalized Half Day Panama Canal and City Tour

7. Private Panama City and Canal Tour Like No Other

8. Full Day Panama History Tour with Private Guide

9. Half-day Private City Tour and Panama Canal

10. 6-Hour Culture and Nature Tour in Embera Tribe

11. Private Anton Valley Countryside 8 hours Experience (Panama)

12. The Pacific Coast: Trails & Shores Private Tour

13. Full day Panama City Sightseeing & Canal Tour with Private Guide

14. Panoramic Guided Helicopter Tour over Panama

15. Layover Tour Panama Canal & City Private

16. Private VIP Luxury Tour of Panama City

17. Private Tour Layover in Panama

18. Zipline and Sloth Sanctuary Private Tour

19. Private 6 Hours Tour - Discovering Panama

20. Private Panama Canal Boat + Wildlife Search

21. Private Mountain ATV + Pineapple Farm & River (NEW LOCATION)

22. Panama Canal Visitor Center And Gatun Lake Boat Tour

23. Mamey Island Private tour From Panama City, Love Tunnel,Portobelo

24. Private Tour to Two Canal Locks, Albrook Mall and Casco Viejo

25. Half day city tour :Explore the Best of Panama City

26. 5-Hour Tour of Panama City, Panama from Tocumen Airport

27. Private Panama City Tour

28. Full Day Fishing and Island Hopping at the Pearl Islands from Panama City

29. Night Out Experience (360 Panoramic Views + Dinner Show)

30. Full-day Adventure to Caribbean Sea: Mamey and Grande Island

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• Private Tour of the Historic Center of Panama and Canal
• Panama Canal Tour and Gatun Lake Ecotour
• Private or Small Group Tour of the City and Panama Canal
• Top Monkey Island Tour Privado
• Private Panama City and Canal Tour Like No Other
• Go Panama Bike Tours
• Safe Transportation Panama
• San Blas Adventures
• Panama Air Adventures, Inc.
• The Real Panama Trs
• Conozca Panamá Primero Tours
• Layover Panama
• Rudy's Tours
• PBA Holding Group Private Tours
• Monkey Adventures

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1 City Kickstart Tour: the Old Quarter of Panama City

2 Treasures of Panama City: the Panama Canal & the Locks Tour

3 The 10 Tastings of Panama's Old Quarter

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"Great tour guide and helped booked my helicopter flight also. Very knowledgeable and gave real personal attention. - Chad"

Tours with Daly

"My wife and I the privilege of having Daly for our guide for the walking city tour in Casco Viejo and the Panama Canal tour. She was very knowledgeable and we would highly recommend her."

Daly is the best

"Daly was a wealth of knowledge and experience. Her vibrant personality gave us a delightful day. Thank your for sharing your time with us."

Fernando went above and beyond

"We really enjoyed our visit to the Panama Canal and especially the services of our guides. They did a great job and were extremely helpful even after the tour!"

Panama Canal with an expert

"Fernando is friendly and professional. We were very comfortable and enjoyed our experience. He is flexible and knowledgeable. He took the time to ensure our timing at the canal was an unforgettable experience."

Fun day with food and culture

"Enjoyed our food tour with Daly. She loves Panama, history, culture, and food. She helped us understand the history and the food of this diverse area. We had lots of fun walking, tasting and discussing the different areas of town. Highly recommend Daly!"

Great Tour of Panama’s Casco Viejo

"Daly gave us a wonderful and unique perspective on the history and people of Panamá. We covered all the main sights as well as behind scenes that you won’t get from the guide books or big group tours. We have been lucky with guides from WithLocals and Daly ranks at the top. "

Awesome tour expeirnce!!!

"We had an amazing tour experience with Daly at the Panama Canal. She was a a joy to be with and spoke perfect English and Spanish. Her knowledge of Panama and the canal was incredible and made for a great time together . She customized the tour for us and I cannot say enough good things about the time we spent touring "

Daly is the Best of the Best!

"I have traveled throughout the world, using Withlocals and other apps, and Daly without question is one of the very best, she knows the history, politics, where to eat, and a lot of insight on Panama. If in Panama City and you’re using Withlocals and need a rock-solid private tour, Daly is the one! Mick Webber USA "

Solo traveler - Maximum Vibes

"Daly is the ultimate woman about town! I had some time to spare during a layover and chose her food tour experience. She was such a wonderful ambassador to the country! Showing me around town, highlighting bites, and giving me insight to the local culture. Everything we ate was so delicious and it was nicely spread out with walking in between to make room for more treats! By the end of our time together, it felt like we were old friends and it was a little sad to part ways. This was the best way to spend my limited time. Daly is such a gem! Highly recommend! "

Enjoy the Best of the Panama City Like a Local

Private & personalized tours in panama city with a local.

When you hit the road and land in a new city like Panama City, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.

Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Panama City spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Panama City.

The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.

But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Panama City, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Panama City awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.

So, next time you're in Panama City, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Panama City. Get ready to explore like a local!

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THE 10 BEST Panama City Private Tours

Private tours in panama city.

• Sightseeing Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Private Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Special Offers
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Private Tour of the Historic Center of Panama and Canal

2. Private or Small Group Tour of the City and Panama Canal

3. Top Monkey Island Tour Privado

4. Panama Canal Tour and Gatun Lake Ecotour

5. The 'Real' Panamanian Private Food Tour

6. Private and Personalized Half Day Panama Canal and City Tour

7. Private Panama City and Canal Tour Like No Other

8. Full Day Panama History Tour with Private Guide

9. Half-day Private City Tour and Panama Canal

10. Private Tour of Panama Canal Old Town and Causeway of Amador

11. 6-Hour Culture and Nature Tour in Embera Tribe

12. The Pacific Coast: Trails & Shores Private Tour

13. Full day Panama City Sightseeing & Canal Tour with Private Guide

14. Panoramic Guided Helicopter Tour over Panama

15. Layover Tour Panama Canal & City Private

16. Private VIP Luxury Tour of Panama City

17. Private Tour Layover in Panama

18. Zipline and Sloth Sanctuary Private Tour

19. Private 6 Hours Tour - Discovering Panama

20. Private Panama Canal Boat + Wildlife Search

21. Private Mountain ATV + Pineapple Farm & River (NEW LOCATION)

22. Panama City tours and more interesting places

23. Mamey Island Private tour From Panama City, Love Tunnel,Portobelo

24. Private Tour to Two Canal Locks, Albrook Mall and Casco Viejo

25. Half day city tour :Explore the Best of Panama City

26. 5-Hour Tour of Panama City, Panama from Tocumen Airport

27. Private Panama City Tour

28. Full Day Fishing and Island Hopping at the Pearl Islands from Panama City

29. Night Out Experience (360 Panoramic Views + Dinner Show)

30. Full-day Adventure to Caribbean Sea: Mamey and Grande Island

What travellers are saying.

• Private Tour of the Historic Center of Panama and Canal
• Panama Canal Tour and Gatun Lake Ecotour
• Private or Small Group Tour of the City and Panama Canal
• Top Monkey Island Tour Privado
• Private Panama City and Canal Tour Like No Other
• Go Panama Bike Tours
• Safe Transportation Panama
• San Blas Adventures
• Panama Air Adventures, Inc.
• The Real Panama Trs
• Conozca Panamá Primero Tours
• Layover Panama
• Rudy's Tours
• PBA Holding Group Private Tours
• Monkey Adventures

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Panama City Tour

This tour includes a pick you up from centrally located hotels and the start times can be flexible, the earlier the better (beat the traffic and crowds).

Usually, we start with a 1-hour walking tour in the old town, Casco Antiguo. This is a UNESCO world heritage site.

Next, we would head to the world-famous Panama Canal! Your pre paid tickets are included and you can enjoy the viewing platforms to see the ships passing through the locks, the museum and video about the new locks.

We talk all about the old U.S. ''canal zone'' as we pass through those old neighbourhoods and over Ancon hill to the Bridge of the Americas for a viewpoint before a break for lunch (food is not included).

We finish up with a historic/nature trail in Punta Culebra (owned by the Smithsonian, closed on Mondays and holidays)

This tour, that is considered the top-ranked city tour in Panama, finishes around 3pm!

• Have a leisurely stroll around Amador Causeway
• Enjoy the wonderful historic/nature trail in Punta Culebra
• Explore the old town of Casco Antiguo
• Witness for yourself the famous Panama Canal and Miraflores Locks visitor centre
• Happily learn about this city from your entertaining local knowledgeable guide

• Knowledgeable Local Tour Guide
• Pick up from centrally located city hotels
• Miraflores Locks Visitor Center entrance fee
• Entrance fee at Punta Culebra
• Any Food or Drink

• Please Note that Punta Culebra is closed on Monday
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Prepare for all weathers, Rain/Shine
• It is advisable to bring water

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Between the colorful colonial edifices of Casco Viejo and Panama City’s steel-clad business heart of ex-pats and suited internationals, this city has oodles to explore. Get a tourHQ guide to make the most of your trip.

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Tommy Cisneros

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Who wouldn’t want to go to Panama City? Visitors can enjoy the nearby beach culture of two different but equally breath-taking coastlines, climb mountains, explore a rainforest and enjoy the thriving metropolis of the city itself The Panama City of today is a sophisticated urban centre replete with skyscrapers, an impressive arts scene and globally recognised dining.  A city tour includes a day spend at the Panama Canal; the Miraflores locks has a very interesting visitor centre, museum and a restaurant too. While there are a large number of ex-pat Americans living in Panama City, many of Panamas indigenous tribes are still thriving and living in the traditional way of their ancestors. No trip to Panama City would be complete without a visit to the two historic sectors within this city; the ruins of the 16th century Panama “ Viejo” and the colourful historic Spanish colonial area“ Casco Viejo”, the latter a UNESCO World Heritage site. A Spanish speaking Panama tour guide would be helpful in exploring these areas, be it for a walking tour around Caso Viejo’s French and Spanish architecture, shopping for indigenous handicrafts, or blending in the lively nightlife best found at Amador Causeway.

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Panama City Private Layover (Stopover) Tour

A long layover at the airport can be quite boring. Embark on this thrilling Panama City layover tour and uncover the captivating highlights of this bustling metropolis. Witness the engineering wonder of the Panama Canal, marvel at the modern skyline, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture. From historic landmarks to contemporary attractions, experience the essence of Panama City in a short but unforgettable adventure.

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Panama City Sightseeing & Canal Private Tour

The Panama City & Canal Tour is the perfect introduction to Panama City and its Canal. Along this captivating journey through the heart of Panama City, you will see highlights such as the renowned Ancon Hill, must-see places such as Casco Viejo - the old town with its beautiful and colorful colonial architecture, the Amador Causeway with spectacular views of the skyline and ocean and much more!

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Monkey Island Private Eco Tour

This Monkey Island Panama Tour is an unforgettable adventure through the fauna and flora of Panama's luscious rainforest on a private boat will allow you to explore the fascinating biodiversity that resides within the Panama Canal. You may experience close encounters with its residents such as the capuchin and the Geoffroy's tamarin monkeys along with a variety of bird species, reptiles and much more.

$89/pers $119/pers

Embera Village & Waterfall Private Eco Tour

Delve into the vibrant culture and breathtaking natural beauty of the Embera Village on this immersive tour. From traditional dances and handicraft demonstrations to pirogue rides through lush rainforests, discover the rich traditions and stunning landscapes of the Emberá community in an unforgettable adventure on the Chagres River and National Park.

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