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Plaza de Francia – Old Town Promenade loop from Vía Argentina

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Plaza de Francia – Old Town Promenade loop from Vía Argentina

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Plaza de Francia – Old Town Promenade loop from Vía Argentina

03:38

14.0km

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2025

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Train Station

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6.34 km

Casco Viejo (Historic District of Panama City)

Highlight • Historical Site

Casco Viejo is a historic district in Panama City known for its colonial architecture, narrow streets, and many charming plazas. Located on a peninsula, the district was founded in the 17th century to protect the city from pirate raids.

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6.39 km

Plaza de Francia

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Architecturally, the course is impressively constructed and very appealing. In addition to the curved design around the obelisk in the middle, some columns with statues stretch into the air. What …

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6.54 km

Old Town Promenade

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Great views of the Panama skyline and good opportunities to buy souvenirs.

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4

7.26 km

Panama Canal Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

Lots of information about the history of the construction of the Panama Canal.

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5

7.46 km

Colorful street with restaurants and cafés

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Old wooden doors, balconies decorated with green plants and colorful house facades: this part of the old town is particularly beautiful. You will find wonderfully lit bars and restaurants here, …

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8.82 km

Mercado de Mariscos (Fish Market)

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Mercado de Mariscos - fish market, simple but simply delicious:
it is of course right in the harbor.
There are numerous stalls, food stalls and restaurants with delicious food prepared …

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9.34 km

View of Panama City Skyline

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From here you have an unobstructed view of the city.

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9.60 km

Cinta Costera Promenade

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Cinta Costera
The promenade street with a perfect view of the high-rise buildings of Panama. The adjacent street is closed on Sunday mornings until 12 noon and it is much …

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14.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.86 km

4.67 km

2.27 km

182 m

Surfaces

6.79 km

4.03 km

3.16 km

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