Panama City: Pirates of Panama City Walking Tour

Embark on a 2-hour walking tour through Panama City's Casco Viejo. Learn about the city's pirate-laden past and see historical landmarks that played crucial roles in Panama's history.
Embark on a 2-hour walking tour that transports visitors back to the golden age of piracy in Panama City. Uncover the secrets of Captain Morgan's legend as you explore the UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo (Old Town) with a guide.

Meet your guide at San Felipe in Panama City and set the stage for the journey through time. As you wind through the charming streets of Casco Viejo, encounter a series of historical landmarks that played crucial roles in Panama's pirate-laden past.

Visit the Iglesia de San José, home to the legendary Golden Altar. According to local lore, this ornate baroque masterpiece was saved from the infamous pirate Henry Morgan by being painted black to disguise its value. Hear the thrilling story of how this priceless artifact survived one of history's most notorious pirate raids.

Continue to Plaza Bolivar, the heart of Casco Viejo, where you learn about the city's founding and its strategic importance during the colonial era. Nearby, the ruins of the Arco Chato (Flat Arch) offer a tangible link to the past and spark discussions about the architectural marvels of the period.

Be led to Las Bóvedas, a series of former dungeons turned into a picturesque promenade. Here, your guide paints vivid pictures of the harsh conditions endured by prisoners, including captured pirates. The adjacent Plaza de Francia provides breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Panama City's modern skyline, offering a stark contrast between the city's historical roots and its contemporary development.

Throughout the tour, your guide weaves together historical facts, local legends, and entertaining anecdotes, bringing to life the daring exploits of pirates like Henry Morgan. Gain insights into the motivations behind Morgan's audacious attack on Panama City in 1671 and its lasting impact on the region's history.

The tour also touches on the broader cultural and economic influences of the pirate era, explaining how these maritime marauders shaped Panama's development and its eventual role as a crucial link in global trade. As you walk the same streets once traversed by pirates and colonists alike, develop a deeper appreciation for Panama City's rich and complex history.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.