The Casco Viejo Bike Tour and Rental service offers visitors the flexibility to either independently explore the neighborhood on a rented bicycle or benefit from a knowledgeable guide who can lead you through the historic district and its surrounding areas. Since extended walking can become fatiguing, cycling presents an excellent opportunity to discover additional locations while avoiding the necessity of arranging vehicle transportation throughout Panama City.
The Casco Viejo bicycle tour starts at Café Coca Cola, situated in Plaza Santa Ana. Throughout this experience, you will gain insights into the rich history of Casco Viejo, which was established in 1673 following the destruction of the original settlement, now referred to as Panama Viejo, which was destroyed in 1671.
The Casco Viejo Bike Tour incorporates multiple designated stops that provide ideal opportunities for photography. Your guide will offer detailed explanations regarding each location and its historical significance. Notable sites include Plaza Herrera, the San Jose Church featuring its renowned Golden Altar, the historical ruins of the Society of Jesus, Panama’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Plaza Catedral or Independence, Calle Esteban Manuel Villegas, Palacio de las Garzas serving as Panama’s Presidential Palace, San Felipe Neri Church, and Plaza Bolivar.[
Following the exploration of Casco Viejo, the tour proceeds to the Cinta Costera, a popular recreational destination where the street is cordoned off each Sunday morning until noon, allowing cyclists and pedestrians to enjoy an expansive area. Those selecting to rent a bicycle in Panama City may traverse this scenic coastal route while appreciating the impressive skyline of modern structures overlooking the bay. Subsequently, the route continues toward the Maracana Stadium and along the Cinta Costera 3 back toward Casco Viejo, concluding at Panama City’s Fish Market, where participants may enjoy lunch, ceviche, and beverages at their own expense.
Casco Viejo Bike Tour and Rental
Casco Viejo Bike Tour and Rental offers independent cycling or guided tours through Panama City’s historic district, starting at Café Coca Cola in Plaza Santa Ana. The tour highlights Casco Viejo’s 1673 founding after the 1671 destruction of Panama Viejo. Key stops include Plaza Herrera, San Jose Church with its Golden Altar, the Presidential Palace, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. After exploring these sites, the route extends to the Cinta Costera, a coastal recreational area closed to traffic on Sundays. Participants can enjoy scenic views of the modern skyline before concluding at the Fish Market for optional lunch and beverages.
Trip Highlights
- Rent a bicycle to explore Casco Viejo, Cinta Costera and Amador Causeway on your own.
- A knowledgeable guide will take you on a bike tour through the historic district and its surrounding areas.
- Your guide will offer detailed explanations regarding each location and its historical significance.
