Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion
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The Archeological Complex of Old Panama, also known as Panama Viejo, is the original site of the capital. It was settled in 1519, replacing the two cities of Santa María la Antigüa del Darién and Acla.

Panama Viejo is a World Heritage Site since 2003. Its streets, buildings, squares, and convents were partially destroyed in the sacking that the city suffered in 1671 at the hands of Henry Morgan, the notorious Welch privateer. However, the ancient buildings have reached a stable condition because of a multi-decade restoration effort led by the Patronage of Panama Viejo. Countless archeological findings on the site have been discovered and shown to the public since then.

In this excursion, we'll visit the archeological complex of the site up close and climb up its watchtower. We'll get to know the rich history of Panama Viejo in the museum, which spans 152 years as a Spanish site. At the same time, we'll bridge the colonial era to the Native American past of the area and cover essential information, like:

  • The famous people who founded the city.
  • The most important buildings and structures that survived the sacking.
  • How Panama Viejo was used as a staging area by Francisco Pizarro to begin his exploration and subsequent conquest of the Inca Empire in Peru.
  • The exploration of the old Cathedral Tower, with the option of climbing to the top.
  • The abundance of archeological artifacts that we'll be able to see in the museum.
  • The destruction of the city and eventual relocation to the site that is known today as Casco Antiguo.

The excursion takes approximately 3-hours to complete.

An included a 45 minutes master class, given at the school a few days prior to the excursion, will provide context and help the students get a better understanding of what they will see in the site.

Duration

This 3-hour walking tour will take us all around the site.

Languages

The tour is available in Spanish and English.

What's included

Professional and certified guide.

A 45 minute master class prior to the excursion for better understanding of what we will see in the site.

Entrance to the archeological complex.

Entrance to the museum.

A walk to the top of the cathedral tower.

Stop for the restroom.

Bluetooth audio receivers for students.

Bluetooth audio transmitters for teachers.

Transportation to / from tour

Prices

Student (< 5 years-old) - Resident - $4.00

Student (5 to 17 years-old) - Resident - $6.50

Student (> 18 years-old) - Resident - $8.50

Retired - Resident - $10.00

Adult - Resident - $12.50


Student (< 5 years-old) - Non-resident - $6.00

Student (5 to 17 years-old) - Non-resident - $8.50

Student (> 18 years-old) - Non-resident - $10.00

Retired - Non-resident - $15.00

Adult - Non-resident - $20.00

Meeting point

The tour departs from the visitor's entrance to the archeological compound, near a parking lot and the ticket booth. Please arrive 30 minutes before it starts. 

Panama Viejo Archeological Complex Excursion

$4.00 - $20.00

El Complejo Arqueológico de Panamá Viejo, también conocido como Panama Viejo, es el sitio original de la capital. Se fundo en 1519, reemplazando las dos ciudades de Santa María la Antigüa del Darién y Acla.

Panamá Viejo es un Patrimonio de la Humanidad desde 2003. Sus calles, edificios, plazas y conventos fueron parcialmente destruidos en el saqueo que sufrió la ciudad en 1671 a manos de Henry Morgan, el célebre corsario galés. Sin embargo, los edificios antiguos han alcanzado una condición estable debido a un esfuerzo de restauración de varias décadas liderado por el Patronato de Panamá Viejo. Desde entonces, se han descubierto y mostrado al público innumerables hallazgos arqueológicos en el sitio.

En esta excursión visitaremos de cerca el complejo arqueológico del sitio y subiremos a su torre de vigilancia. Conoceremos la rica historia de Panamá Viejo en el museo, que abarca 152 años como sitio en español. Al mismo tiempo, tenderemos un puente de la era colonial era al pasado nativo americano del área y cubriremos información esencial, como:

  • Description
  • Additional Info

The Archeological Complex of Old Panama, also known as Panama Viejo, is the original site of the capital. It was settled in 1519, replacing the two cities of Santa María la Antigüa del Darién and Acla.

Panama Viejo is a World Heritage Site since 2003. Its streets, buildings, squares, and convents were partially destroyed in the sacking that the city suffered in 1671 at the hands of Henry Morgan, the notorious Welch privateer. However, the ancient buildings have reached a stable condition because of a multi-decade restoration effort led by the Patronage of Panama Viejo. Countless archeological findings on the site have been discovered and shown to the public since then.

In this excursion, we'll visit the archeological complex of the site up close and climb up its watchtower. We'll get to know the rich history of Panama Viejo in the museum, which spans 152 years as a Spanish site. At the same time, we'll bridge the colonial era to the Native American past of the area and cover essential information, like:

  • The famous people who founded the city.
  • The most important buildings and structures that survived the sacking.
  • How Panama Viejo was used as a staging area by Francisco Pizarro to begin his exploration and subsequent conquest of the Inca Empire in Peru.
  • The exploration of the old Cathedral Tower, with the option of climbing to the top.
  • The abundance of archeological artifacts that we'll be able to see in the museum.
  • The destruction of the city and eventual relocation to the site that is known today as Casco Antiguo.

The excursion takes approximately 3-hours to complete.

An included a 45 minutes master class, given at the school a few days prior to the excursion, will provide context and help the students get a better understanding of what they will see in the site.

Duration

This 3-hour walking tour will take us all around the site.

Languages

The tour is available in Spanish and English.

What's included

Professional and certified guide.

A 45 minute master class prior to the excursion for better understanding of what we will see in the site.

Entrance to the archeological complex.

Entrance to the museum.

A walk to the top of the cathedral tower.

Stop for the restroom.

Bluetooth audio receivers for students.

Bluetooth audio transmitters for teachers.

Transportation to / from tour

Prices

Student (< 5 years-old) - Resident - $4.00

Student (5 to 17 years-old) - Resident - $6.50

Student (> 18 years-old) - Resident - $8.50

Retired - Resident - $10.00

Adult - Resident - $12.50


Student (< 5 years-old) - Non-resident - $6.00

Student (5 to 17 years-old) - Non-resident - $8.50

Student (> 18 years-old) - Non-resident - $10.00

Retired - Non-resident - $15.00

Adult - Non-resident - $20.00

Meeting point

The tour departs from the visitor's entrance to the archeological compound, near a parking lot and the ticket booth. Please arrive 30 minutes before it starts. 

About your guide

Diego is a Panamanian who masterfully uses storytelling to share his love for the city through engaging facts, unique locations and personal anecdotes. His enthusiasm for history is highly contagious and he’ll patiently answer all of your questions. He’s a certified tour guide, member of the Panamanian Association of Anthropology & History, and expert in connecting historic and current events. His sweet nature and accommodating character will make your experience in Panama seamless and unforgettable!

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