Casco Viejo Guidebook
Great spots nearby
Great places to meet!
Nomé is an artisanal chocolate brand and factory, made 100% in Panama with cacao from Bocas del Toro, Chitré, Las Minas, Colón, Valle de Antón and more.
Instagram: @nomechocolate
Whatsapp: +507-6983-0279
Nomé Chocolate
Avenida Central EspañaNomé is an artisanal chocolate brand and factory, made 100% in Panama with cacao from Bocas del Toro, Chitré, Las Minas, Colón, Valle de Antón and more.
Instagram: @nomechocolate
Whatsapp: +507-6983-0279
Restaurant Bar with Karaoke and lovely ocean view
Instagram: @cocoacasco
Whatsapp: +507-6738-5146
Cocoa Casco Rooftop
902 Calle Victoriano LorenzoRestaurant Bar with Karaoke and lovely ocean view
Instagram: @cocoacasco
Whatsapp: +507-6738-5146
GOZA
Avenida AJapanese Restaurant/Bar
Instagram: @goza.panama
Whatsapp: +507-6330-3596
CasaCasco
Avenida ARestaurant Bar + Rooftop Night Club
Instagram @casacasco
Beautiful community garden located half a block from the apartment building. Connect with nature!
Casco Community Garden
Avenida ABeautiful community garden located half a block from the apartment building. Connect with nature!
A boutique gym & wellness center in the heart of Casco Viejo
Instagram: @casco_health_club
Whatsapp: +507-6354-9523
Casco Health Club
Calle Victoriano LorenzoA boutique gym & wellness center in the heart of Casco Viejo
Instagram: @casco_health_club
Whatsapp: +507-6354-9523
Primitivo
Calle 10B OestePrimitivo Steakhouse Club Restaurant Bar
Instagram: @primitivopty
Whatsapp: +507-6226-1885
La Buat Panamá
Calle 12 OesteNight club & Event Venue
Instagram: @labuatpanama
American Trade Hotel & Hall
Avenida Central EspañaBoutique Hotel, Restaurant and Wedding Venue
Located just down stairs from the apartment!
Great service to wash, dry and iron your clothing. They're pet friendly!
Whatsapp +507 6264-5376
New Casco Laundry
23 Calle 11 OesteLocated just down stairs from the apartment!
Great service to wash, dry and iron your clothing. They're pet friendly!
Whatsapp +507 6264-5376
Amazing Greek Food restaurant/bar with live music on weekends!
5 stars on Google! try it out!
Instagram: @tavernakipty
Whatsapp: +507-6705-6975
Tavernaki
Calle BAmazing Greek Food restaurant/bar with live music on weekends!
5 stars on Google! try it out!
Instagram: @tavernakipty
Whatsapp: +507-6705-6975
Kitchen & Rooftop bar with Artsy Spaces
Instagram: @tantalohotel
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Tántalo Hotel / Kitchen / Roofbar
Avenida BKitchen & Rooftop bar with Artsy Spaces
Instagram: @tantalohotel
Burgers, wings, sandwiches, venezuelan pepitos, drinks and more!
Instagram: @cascoburger
Casco Burger
Burgers, wings, sandwiches, venezuelan pepitos, drinks and more!
Instagram: @cascoburger
Gorgeous restaurant/bar with a lovely garden
Instagram: @mahalococinayjardin
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Mahalo Cocina y Jardin
Calle 11 EsteGorgeous restaurant/bar with a lovely garden
Instagram: @mahalococinayjardin
Casa Jaguar
Avenida Central EspañaGastropub & Night Club
Instagram: @casajaguarpanama
Underground bar & night club in Panama city for locals and tourists
Instagram: @molokopluspanama
Moloko Plus Bar
7B C. 12 OesteUnderground bar & night club in Panama city for locals and tourists
Instagram: @molokopluspanama
Marea Casco Ceviche and Latin Food
Ceviche and Latin Food Restaurant/bar
Instagram: @mareapanama
Touristic Atractions
The Panama Canal Museum is a non-profit and public museum located in Panama City, Panama. Established in 1997, the museum is devoted to the history of the construction of the Panama Canal in its various stages, including the first French construction attempt, the later construction by the United States, and the eventual transfer to Panamanian control. The current building dates from 1874 and served originally as the headquarters of both the French and U.S. companies engaged in the construction of the canal.
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Panama-Kanal-Museum
Calle 5a EsteThe Panama Canal Museum is a non-profit and public museum located in Panama City, Panama. Established in 1997, the museum is devoted to the history of the construction of the Panama Canal in its various stages, including the first French construction attempt, the later construction by the United States, and the eventual transfer to Panamanian control. The current building dates from 1874 and served originally as the headquarters of both the French and U.S. companies engaged in the construction of the canal.
The Metropolitan Archcathedral Basilica of Santa María la Antigua is a Catholic church located in Casco Viejo of Panama City in Panama. It was consecrated in 1796, although construction work began in 1688, 108 years earlier.
Catedral Metropolitana.
The Metropolitan Archcathedral Basilica of Santa María la Antigua is a Catholic church located in Casco Viejo of Panama City in Panama. It was consecrated in 1796, although construction work began in 1688, 108 years earlier.
In the mid-19th century, this open space was known as Plaza del Triunfo. Bullfights and other festivals were held there. In 1887 it was renamed in memory of Tomás Herrera (1804-54), a national hero who participated in the emancipation of South America.
Plaza Herrera
Avenida AIn the mid-19th century, this open space was known as Plaza del Triunfo. Bullfights and other festivals were held there. In 1887 it was renamed in memory of Tomás Herrera (1804-54), a national hero who participated in the emancipation of South America.
The National Theatre of Panama is located in the old city of Panama, next to the church of San Francisco and the Plaza Bolívar. Its construction was ordered by Act 52 of 1904. The National Theatre is part of a cross-shaped building. Ceiling frescos were done by famed Panamanian Robert Lewis. The other part is occupied by National Palace. The theater was designed by Italian architect Genaro Ruggieri, with a style of Italian operetta theater, and opened on October 1, 1908.
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Nationaltheater
Avenida BThe National Theatre of Panama is located in the old city of Panama, next to the church of San Francisco and the Plaza Bolívar. Its construction was ordered by Act 52 of 1904. The National Theatre is part of a cross-shaped building. Ceiling frescos were done by famed Panamanian Robert Lewis. The other part is occupied by National Palace. The theater was designed by Italian architect Genaro Ruggieri, with a style of Italian operetta theater, and opened on October 1, 1908.
The Museum of History of Panama is a history museum located on the ground floor of the Municipal Palace of Panama City, in the Casco Antiguo of Panama City. This was inaugurated on December 14, 1977 by the anthropologist Reina Torres de Araúz. Currently, it is administered by the Ministry of Culture of Panama.
Museo de La Historia de Panamá
Avenida Central EspañaThe Museum of History of Panama is a history museum located on the ground floor of the Municipal Palace of Panama City, in the Casco Antiguo of Panama City. This was inaugurated on December 14, 1977 by the anthropologist Reina Torres de Araúz. Currently, it is administered by the Ministry of Culture of Panama.
The Mola Museum - MUMO is a space designed to expose the value of the mola in the Guna and Panamanian indigenous culture. On a tour of its 5 rooms, visitors can learn about its evolution, how it is made, the meaning behind its designs and, above all, contemplate its amazing art.
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Museo de la Mola (MUMO)
Calle José D. de la ObaldíaThe Mola Museum - MUMO is a space designed to expose the value of the mola in the Guna and Panamanian indigenous culture. On a tour of its 5 rooms, visitors can learn about its evolution, how it is made, the meaning behind its designs and, above all, contemplate its amazing art.
The Plaza de la Independencia (Cathedral Square) is the main public space in the Old Town. It was the space chosen by Panamanians to celebrate the great milestones in the history of the city, such as independence from Spain and later from Colombia.
The Plaza is surrounded by the main historical buildings such as the Cathedral, the Municipal Palace and the Panama Canal Museum. During the summer months she dresses in pink because of the flowers on the trees that surround her.
Plaza de la Independencia
Calle 5a EsteThe Plaza de la Independencia (Cathedral Square) is the main public space in the Old Town. It was the space chosen by Panamanians to celebrate the great milestones in the history of the city, such as independence from Spain and later from Colombia.
The Plaza is surrounded by the main historical buildings such as the Cathedral, the Municipal Palace and the Panama Canal Museum. During the summer months she dresses in pink because of the flowers on the trees that surround her.
Here you can find the famous "Panama Hats", original handmade.
Instagram: @victorspanamahats
Victors Panama Hats
7 Avenida BHere you can find the famous "Panama Hats", original handmade.
Instagram: @victorspanamahats
Grocery Shopping
Supermercado Rey | Casco Viejo
El Rey Supermarket
Huge 3-Story Supermarket located in Calidonia, a few steps from Santa Ana Park.
Here you will find food, groceries, school or art supplies, clothing, appliances, kitchen supplies, home decor or anything else you may need.
Machetazo Calidonia
Avenida Republica del PerúHuge 3-Story Supermarket located in Calidonia, a few steps from Santa Ana Park.
Here you will find food, groceries, school or art supplies, clothing, appliances, kitchen supplies, home decor or anything else you may need.
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Verkehrsmittel
Almost everything is at a walking distance.
Restaurants, bars, hotels, shops, parks and other interesting places to meet are possible to be around the corner.
Use google maps to locate your position and check out all the great stuff around you! The best part, everything is at a walking distance in Casco.
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Restaurant/Bar discounts in Degusta App
There are many many different places to eat in Casco. If you're into delicious dining and beers or cocktails after sundown, don't forget to download the "Degusta" app, where you can find all the great places to eat and drink in the area and most of the time you will get discounts when making a reservation.
This app is great to see their opening hours, contact info, food photos, customer reviews and even the menu with prices so you know what to expect.