Currently under considerable renovation and therefore difficult to visit, difficult to park, difficult to navigate and nothing obvious to see as building are covered in scaffold for renovation. Just timing; I'm sure others will visit post renovation and comment accordingly.

After Panama Viejo was burned down by pirates, the village was moved to this area, the second oldest part of Panama. The best way to see it is by foot. Go with a guide, if possible. You’ll pass through some crowded shopping areas before reaching the San Felipe District where Casco Viejo juts out into the Bay of Panama. As... More

I rate this place as a must-see site for people who are either avid historians or just want to learn about historical events. I recommend seeing Casco Viejo during the week, because then you may go into San Jose church and see its beautiful gold altar and artifacts, and also you can see the full interaction with the local people... More

Although you can see it's lovely bones, the old city certainly shows its wear. There is MUCH construction going on to restore its beauty - and in 5 years or more, this city will stand next to other lovely colonial old cities in Latin America. Unfortunately, the area entering the old town is a slum and crime area - not... More

I visited only a small portion of the Old City of Panama while on a Collette Vacations tour, but found the area interesting and worthy of a visit. Our group was dropped off with our guide at Plaza Herrera, a small park with flowering trees surrounding a bronze equestrian statue. It was Sunday and a few people were spending time... More

I loved the old Spanish buildings, and quality gift shops and street markets. Very different to downtown in architecture.Unfortunately, much of it was under construction when I was there.

nice to spend an afternoon walking around lots of old buildings undergoing renovations also the Presidents residence and office. Nicknamed the white house. Great restaurants and lots of parks and rest areas

I like the architecture, clobbered street and history. I dislike all the rennovations and construction going on. It is taking a toll on the beauty of the place and the business of the residents.

what a great afternoon. Started at the iner oceanic museum in the heart of casco viejo and then ventured out on foot to explore the great little streets surrounding the main square.As we left the museum we Fell into a great little beer and pizza spot of all things just to the right down a small street. Nice size pizza... More