See Casco Viejo in a Day
If you’ve only got one day in Casco Viejo, Panama’s historic heart, make it count. This walkable itinerary covers cafés, churches, plazas, shopping, and a touch of magic — all curated by someone who’s lived here for over 15 years. Let’s start your day at 9 AM and wrap up by 4, just in time for a sunset drink or your next stop in Panama City.
9:00 AM – Start with a Stroll + Morning Coffee
10:30 AM – Explore Churches & Cathedrals
Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and 4 key churches all within 5 blocks
12:00 PM – Art & Shopping
1:00 PM – Lunch Like a Local
You have to do Fonda Lo Que Hay for hip Panamanian plates – House hold name
2:30 PM – Plaza Circuit + Cultural Sights
Walk Through
3:30 PM – Hotel Lobby Envy + Final Stop
Casco Viejo may be compact, but it’s endlessly rich with stories, flavors, and moments. Whether it’s your first time here or your fifteenth, a well-paced day like this one offers a real taste of its soul — rooftops, ruins, and all.
