Free self-guided walk · Panama City

Casco Viejo

A free self-guided walk in Panama City, through Casco Viejo from Plaza de la Independencia to Plaza de Francia.

Distance
1.5 km
Walking time
20 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Panama City on foot.

Walk out along the Cinta Costera afterwards.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Late afternoon.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Plaza de la Independencia

    Start at the cathedral square.

  2. Iglesia de San José

    The golden altar.

  3. Plaza Bolívar

    A leafy square.

  4. Paseo Esteban Huertas

    A promenade.

  5. Plaza de Francia

    Finish at the tip.

Tips

  • Carry water.
  • Rooftop bars open in the evening.
  • Taxis by app are easiest.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.