Colon City Tour Exploring Caribbean Roots Food and Afro Culture

4.9 (118 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Want to experience the real Panama beyond the typical tourist trail? This is your invitation to discover the Caribbean soul of Colón through the eyes of a local.

Explore Afro-Panamanian heritage, vibrant Caribbean culture, historic neighborhoods, waterfront landmarks, iconic churches, local markets, and hidden corners most visitors never see. Hear the powerful stories of the Caribbean communities, railroad, maritime trade, and Panama Canal that shaped Colón’s unique identity.

More than sightseeing, this unique experience connects you with local history, people, flavors, and everyday life through authentic stories and community perspectives. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy delicious Caribbean Panamanian cuisine at a favorite local restaurant.

Don’t just visit Panama—experience the Panama most travelers never meet. Book your private Caribbean Gems adventure today and make Colón an unforgettable part of your journey.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Panamanian Aventures

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Profesional local guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Authentic Caribbean lunch stop – meal purchased directly by guests so everyone can choose from the menu

Itinerary

Colon

one hour

Colón was founded in 1850 by the Panama Railroad Company, on the swampy island of Manzanillo, originally called Aspinwall by the company. Within the city of Colón, we have several sites such as the Casco Antiguo de Colón, or Cristóbal, the latter created by the French canal company. As well as public spaces such as Paseo Washington and Paseo Lesseps. Also, within this historic center, some buildings are declared monuments, such as the Episcopal Church, Cristo a Orillas del Mar, the Washington Hotel, and the Morgan Battery at Fort Lesseps.

we will be visiting all these places listed above on this wonderful experience
Paseo Marino

15 min

It is a promenade that runs through part of the city of Colon and contains healthy recreation areas for children and adults, bicycle paths and even a plaza for people who like to practice "skating." From this privileged place you can see the ships waiting to enter the Panama Canal and those heading towards the enormous port of Manzanillo with merchandise from all over the world.
Stop 3

15 min

Christ Church by the Sea is the oldest building in the city of Colón, Panama, and the first Gothic Revival church of its kind in Central America. It was popularly known as the Stone Church, founded in 1865 and built with stone. It sits in a prime location on the seafront on Washington Avenue, and is an important historical monument in the region.
Stop 4

15 min

Let's visit the famous Hotel Washington, which is situated in front of the stunning marine panorama of the Caribbean Sea, along the shores of Limón Bay on the legendary former Manzanillo Island ( Colon). This hotel has been renovated to showcase its majestic architectural beauty, inspired by the styles of the Spanish colonial era.
Port Colon 2000

15 min

The Colon Cruise Port, also known as the Colon 2000 Terminal, is a key gateway for cruise passengers arriving in Panama. Conveniently located on the Caribbean coast at the entrance to the Panama Canal, the port is just a short distance from the historic city of Colon
Stop 6

20 min

Enjoy the amazing view of the cruise port while you do some shopping at the duty-free mall
Zona Libre De Colon

Passing by

It is the main free trade zone in the Western Hemisphere and one of the main multimodal redistribution logistics centers in the world.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Parador Panama City
YOO Panama
Hotel Marianela
ART CASCO The Hotel
Hotel Bardot Boutique
Hotel Red Room
Zen Motel By Rgs
Lavanderia Wet Clean
Hotel Mio Panama
Hotel En Colombia y No En Panana
Dann Carlton Panama
Hotel Suites Ambassador

and 150 more pickup points

The guide will be meeting you in the lobby of the hotel, Airbnb, or

building, holding a sign with the company's logo and the lead

passenger's name

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It will take 1 hour and 15 mins to get to the place where we are conducting the experience and another hour and 15 mins to bring you back to your hotel

Options

Solo Travelers

personalized service: An option created for solo travelers

Pickup included
Caribbean heritage city tour

Let's dive into the roots

Pickup included
Private and exclusive Combo

Private

Mini van / Suv

Pickup included