What's Casco Viejo Like?
In Casco Viejo, you can spend time checking out the historical sites and bars. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Club de Clases y Tropas and Iglesia de la Merced. There's plenty more to see, including Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama and National Theater.
How to Get to Casco Viejo
Flying to:
- Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.), 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Casco Viejo
- Balboa (BLB-Panama Pacifico Intl.), 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Casco Viejo
- Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY), 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from Casco Viejo
Things to See and Do in and around Casco Viejo
What to See in Casco Viejo
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama
- Club de Clases y Tropas
- Independence Square
- Iglesia de la Merced
- Palacio de las Garzas
Things to Do in Casco Viejo
- National Theater
- Museum of History Panama
- Mola Museum
- Interoceanic Canal Museum
- Museo de la Esmeralda
Other Popular Casco Viejo Attractions
- Bolivar Square
- Amador Theater
- Anita Villalaz Theater
- Paseo de Las Bovedas
- National Institute of Culture
When Is the Best Time to Visit Panama City?
- Hottest months: March, April, February, May (average 80°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, March, November (average 79°F)
- Rainiest months: July, August, June, November (average 15 inches of rainfall)