Discover the beauty of Panama
This humming metropolis welcomes everyone from adventure seekers to beach bums equally! With its clear turquoise waters to its coffee farmers and cloud forests of Chiriqui, this city is a stunning experience for everyone.
OLD QUARTER - PANAMA
The first city of Panama was established in 1519 on the Pacific coast. It was a vital part of the Spanish empire´s conquest and trade in the Americas. After this city was sacked by pirates in 1671, it was moved 8 kilometers southwest. The new capital was founded on 1673. Its main buildings were located within a large protective wall. The Old Town covers most of what was once the second city of Panama until the early 20th century. It has been a UNESCO´s World Heritage site since 1997. Today the area is undergoing refurbishment to preserve its cultural and historical heritage. We invite you to w
Bolivar Plaza
Originally called San Francisco, this tree-shaded plaza boasts central sculptures dedicated to Simon Bolivar.• Open admission.
Las Bovedas and Canal Monument
Las Bovedas:These thick-walled rooms used to house the city´s jails.• Seasonal cultural exhibitions.Canal Monument:The busts and obelisk crowned by a rooster honor the French canal effort. The history of the canal is inscribed beneath its arches (in Spanish).• Open admission.
Independence/Main Plaza
Originally square-shaped, it became a rectangle after a fire obliterated several buildings. Busts of prominent Panamanians are exhibited there.• Open admission.
Herrera Plaza
Its equestrian statue honors Tomas Herrera, a prominent Isthmian general from the 19th century.• Open admission.
Esteban Huertas Promenade
This seaside walkway with great views honors a general that played a vital role during Panama´s separation from Colombia in 1903.• Open admission.
Saint Dominic Church / Colonial Religious Art Museum
The flat arch that supported its church choir proved the seismic stability of Panama, vital for canal negotiations. A colonial religious art museum operates in the small church.• The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm• Cost adults B/.1.00 and childrens c/.0.25
Our Lady of Mercy Church, Municipal House and American Trade Hall
Our Lady of Mercy Church:Its façade was brought stone by stone from the first city of Panama after it was attacked by pirates.• Open Monday to Sunday. Mass: Monday through Saturday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Sunday 7:00 - 8:00 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 pmMunicipal House:Built atop the origi
Palace of the Herons
The office of the president. Named after the herons that greet visitors.• Reservations required at least 5 days in advance.• Email: [email protected], phone: (507) 527-9656
Oratory of Saint Philip Neri
Though the original walls date from 1688, its current neoclassical style is from 1913.• Open Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 pm.
France Plaza and National Institute of Culture
France Plaza:This area originally housed a military battalion. It was remodeled in the 1920s.• Open admission.National Institute of Culture:This building originally housed the Justice Department, as suggested by the Latin words on its façade that translate to justice and law.• Open
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