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.
Plaza de Francia
You can learn about the history of Panama City when you stop by Plaza de Francia. 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.
Things to do
Panama City Visit an Indian town Embera and waterfall with lunch
The OG Crawl – Afro Vibes Nightlife Experience
Panama City: POIN Swing Experience
Panama City: Poin Glass Observation Deck Ticket with VR Tour
Half day of Panama city and canal tour: shared and private
Top hotels in Casco Viejo
Central Hotel Panama Casco Viejo
"Overall a good stay, beautiful property and location. Don’t expect VIP perks if you’re one. Breakfast was nice"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City
"Excellent stay and excellent location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
American Trade Hotel
"Very nice boutique in a perfect location in old town. Very walkable to restaurants etc. super helpful staff. Our room was very large with a patio and also a balcony. Restaurant food was very good and reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel La Compañía Casco Antiguo
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was beautiful and property was clean. I was visiting Panama to celebrate my birthday, and the staff was kind enough to leave a cake and note in the room for me. The property is also in a good location, close enough to walk around casco. Would definitely ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Casa Panamá
"Look the room is nice , clean and simple - location is great right in the middle of casco viejo - walking distance to main points within the old town of panama BUT…. I stayed on a Friday , the noise and paeties all around the hotel make it impossible to catch sleep or rest …. It literally kept me ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Magnolia Inn
Where to stay in Casco Viejo
Bella Vista
Travellers love Bella Vista for its popular shops, and you can see more of Panama City by jumping on the metro at Iglesia del Carmen Station or Vía Argentina. You might spend time checking out top sights like Via Espana and Iglesia del Carmen.
El Cangrejo
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to El Cangrejo. A stop by Via Espana or Crown Casino might round out your trip.
San Francisco
San Francisco is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Multiplaza Pacific Mall and Calle 50.
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 Via Espana.
San Felipe
While visiting San Felipe, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Square and Interoceanic Canal Museum.
