Step back more than 500 years and discover where Panama City's remarkable story began. On this guided visit to the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Panamá Viejo, you'll explore the fascinating ruins of the first European city on the Pacific coast of the Americas, destroyed by the infamous pirate Henry Morgan in 1671. Together we'll walk through the ancient streets, visit the museum, and uncover the stories that transformed Panama into one of the world's great crossroads.
Panamá Viejo was the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific coast of the Americas and became one of the Spanish Empire's most important trading centers.
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Walk among the remarkably preserved ruins of the original Panama City while discovering churches, plazas, homes, and archaeological remains that reveal what life was like before the city's destruction in 1671. Your visit also includes the modern museum, providing valuable historical context through artifacts and multimedia exhibits.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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