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We begin with hotel pickups in Panama City and drive through the former U.S. Canal Zone, passing landmarks such as the historic Panama Canal Administration Building, on our way to the Miraflores Locks Visitor Center. Spend 90 minutes exploring the center, watch the IMAX movie, and witness a ship transiting the locks.
Afterward, we continue with a scenic drive around the Biomuseo and along the Amador Causeway, stopping for photos at the Panama sign and to admire the skyline views. The tour also includes a stop in urban green areas to spot sloths before heading back to your hotel, wrapping up this 4-hour, action-packed excursion.
Morning or afternoon pickups available.
Perfect for nature lovers and photographers, this tour blends Panama’s iconic landmarks and urban wildlife in a convenient, time-efficient adventure, featuring the Miraflores Visitor Center, the former Canal Zone, sloths in the city, the Biomuseo, and the Amador Causeway.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please, arrive 10 minutes before your pickup time at the lobby. Your guide will collect you from your hotel, Airbnb, or hostel. This is a group tour (Shared) so please be on time to avoid missing the tour.
Itinerary
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1Miraflores Visitor Center
At the Miraflores Visitor Center, you can watch real ships pass through the Panama Canal locks from the observation terraces. Visitors often see massive cargo ships, cruise ships, or tankers being lifted or lowered as they navigate the locks. Combined with the IMAX movie, this provides a full, up-close understanding of the canal’s operation—both in theory and in real life.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador) (Pass by)
The Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador) is a scenic road in Panama City that stretches along four islands at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. It offers stunning views of the city skyline, the canal, and nearby mountains. Visitors can enjoy walking, cycling, or driving along the causeway, with stops at marinas, restaurants, and shops. It’s a popular spot for photography, leisure, and sunsets, making it a highlight for anyone exploring Panama City.
Admission ticket free -
Biomuseo (Pass by)
The Biomuseo in Panama City is a striking museum designed by Frank Gehry that showcases Panama’s incredible biodiversity and natural history. Through interactive exhibits, colorful displays, and engaging storytelling, visitors learn how the Isthmus of Panama shaped the migration of species between North and South America, influencing global ecosystems.
Admission ticket free -
Panama Canal Administration Building (Pass by)
The Panama Canal Administration Building, completed in 1914, served as the headquarters for the U.S. administration during the construction and early operation of the Panama Canal. Located near the Miraflores Locks, this historic building is an architectural landmark featuring colonial Revival style with elegant arches, balconies, and a central courtyard. It symbolizes the engineering achievement and administrative organization that made the canal possible and now stands as a historic site reflecting Panama’s canal history.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Two Daily Departures – Choose from a morning tour at 6:30 AM or an afternoon tour at 1:30 PM
- Convenient Hotel Pickup – Round-trip transportation included from hotels within Panama City
- Urban Wildlife Experience – Discover Panama’s rich biodiversity without leaving the city
- Learn about the history and operations of the Panama Canal
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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