Definitely a worthwhile visit. Very easy to reach by Uber, there is a beautiful gift shop/bookstore after you buy your tickets. A shuttle bus to the visitors centre and Panama Viejo site. An interest…Full review by the4taals
Feb 17, 2025
One of my favorite historical sites to visit in Panama City. Panama Viejo was the original Panama City that was founded by the Spanish in 1519, destroyed by Captain Morgan and eventually moved a few…Full review by SilverTraveler2
Jan 22, 2025
If you are a history enthusiast, Panama Viejo is an experience you won’t want to miss. This site combines insightful indoor exhibits with outdoor exploration of the ruins of the original Panama City,…Full review by chrisc431
Hi. I'm seeing reviews from the same date some of which say they couldn't see it because of the refurbishment and others posted pictures of the inside. Is the Cathedral currently closed? If so, is there an estimate of how long it will be closed. We don't go until February and I would love to see it and climb the stairs.
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I was there in June and there was scaffolding on the left side of the cathedral as the right side appeared to have been completed. It looked like it could have been open but that …
I was there in June and there was scaffolding on the left side of the cathedral as the right side appeared to have been completed. It looked like it could have been open but that may have just been for the workers. The tour group I was in didn't go inside it, we stood in the square in front of it. Our tour went into St Joseph's church which was really nice
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