Tracks Of Freedom Panama: Historical Tour Exploring Panamanian Freedom Struggles
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Panamá
Embark on a historical tour of Panama's freedom struggles, exploring the betrayals, fugitives, and commanders that shaped the country. Discover the evolution of architecture and immerse yourself in the culture and food of Old Town, Santa Ana, and Chorrillo. Join us for a journey through Panama's dark and intriguing history!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Capilla San Jose - We will pass by this church because of its relation with the destruction of the old Panama City.

If the church is open and you’re open to get in, we can do it. Entrance is free.

  • Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus - We’ll pass in front of this church which has a very old naked facade and is still standing after hundreds of years.
  • El Arco Chato - We’ll stop on this ancient structure to explain it’s role on the Panama Canal construction and explain how it lasted until this day.
  • Museum of Religious Art - Well pass by this museum as is next to the Arco chato.

Entrance is free but we will see it only from outside.

  • Centro Cultural de España | Casa del Soldado - We are going to see the back side of the Spanish Cultural center in casco viejo to speak about the congo culture and out African roots and history.

  • Plaza de Francia - Here, we’re going to explain the connection between the french canal, the separation of Panama from Colombia and the US canal.
  • Plaza Mayor - In this plaza we will explore 3 historical events that changed the Panamanian history forever.

The connection between the Spanish independence, the Colombia separation and the transfer of the french Canal to the US government.

  • Central Hotel Panamá Casco Viejo - We’ll see what was the importance of this hotel that changed Panamanian history.
  • Museo del Canal - We’ll check the historical importance of this building that is linked to the Panama Canal construction
  • Plaza Tomas Herrera - Here we will complete the explanation of the Panamanian independence of Colombia and also explain a bit of what is gentrification causing in Panama city.
  • Gran Logia de Panama - We’ll check the origin of the fraternity in the isthmus.
  • Soccer Field Panama - Inside the heart of the Panamanian Culture.

The importance of el chorrillo during the Spanish era.

  • Plaza Santa Ana - The boiling room of a nation. Santa Ana plaza explained and it’s role during the new Panama Republic.

  • Iglesia Santa Ana Panama - The Santa Ana church and the Santa Ana Plaza explained.

  • Cafe Coca Cola - The Coca Cola coffee. Neutral spot in the isthmus.

  • Salsipuedes - La pollera, one of the best buildings of Santa Ana.

  • Banco General | Avenida Central - The Kodak building at central Avenue.

  • Instituto Nacional - The National Institute of Panama and their role during in 1964

  • 4 de Julio - The Panama Canal Zone entrance on the Pacific side

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Bicycle use
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Long Range Radio and Left Earbud
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Tracks of Freedom takes you on a historical journey through three pivotal eras where Panamanians battled for their autonomy. The narrative highlights elements such as betrayals, fugitives, military leaders and more that have shaped Panama as a nation.

The tour also showcases the progression of architectural styles, particular in the regions of Old Town, Santa Ana and Chorrillo.

Our journey unfolds across three distinct localities, beginning with a once secluded Spanish fort, followed by two adjoining neighborhoods.

This is the ideal tour for enthusiasts of history, architecture, culture and food. Join us and immerse yourself in the story!

Note: You’ll also hear some unforeseen historical tidbits that may have you questioning if Panamanian history was penned by Quentin Tarantino as part of a dark comedy script. Be prepared to discover the beautiful, the brutal and bizarre parts of our past.

As we inhabit a new world, it’s important to look back and understand that things were different before; history can’t be altered, but we can definitely learn from it.

  • The time of the tour already includes the transportation (Bike transportation)
  • No recomendado para personas que no saben manejar bicicletas
  • No recomendado para discapacitados
  • No recomendado para personas bajo efectos de bebidas alcoholicas
  • No recomendado para menores de 18 años
Location
Cafe Coca Cola
Avenida Central España
Look for "Cafe Coca Cola" on Uber and it will leave you right in front of the Coca Cola Coffee. We will walk from Coca Cola until where the bikes are and we will start from Casa Santana.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Quantef2024
Jun 9, 2024
10/10 would recommend !! - Amazing tour through different parts of area and the guide was very indepth and thorough when describing the culture and history of each of the places.
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Kayla_s
Jun 5, 2024
Best Panama City Experience! - I had a morning tour with Jonathan and it was absolutely amazing! Not only did he show us around the city, but he also gave me food recommendations that only a local would know about. He is so friendly and knowledgeable and kept us very safe while riding in the streets alongside cars. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city for a couple days and wants to get out of Casco Viejo and see the real Panama City.
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William_b
May 9, 2024
Awesome tour! Great guide! - This was a fun tour. I will go again next time we visit. The guide was friendly and we got to see the areas we would not have found on our own
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Orlandoct4394yc
Apr 24, 2024
Incredible.. - Since we left everything was wow... Mastery of the subject... Places, views... Everything was great... Excellent, fully recommended
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948daniellys
Apr 22, 2024
Super tour! - I loved the experience!!!! It was super educational, fun and an experience that I fully recommend 😊 Thanks thanks!
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I4650onjuanp
Apr 22, 2024
Best tour ever - Best day I’ve ever had… And this tour was the highlight of it!!!! They way they lead you through all this magic places and give you different perspectives makes it so special and beautiful. They don’t miss any single detail and share all the information and stories from every single place. Amazing!!! I will definitely do it again!
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Estefania1290
Apr 22, 2024
Bike Tour - It was a super fun tour, they took us to see the emblematic places and also some hidden points that I didn't know existed but that are super cute. In addition to that, Elena told us all the details of the history of Panama, then we saw the sunset in a top point. Later they brought us a cafe, which had some very good desserts, everything was incredible. Also highlight that they cared about safety, providing us with helmets, lights and all safety equipment. If you want to have a fun experience and at the same time get to know the city, this is a good option:)
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Estefaniarobinet
Apr 22, 2024
Bike Tour - It was an original tour, they made us see all the important points of Panama City and hidden points, which were really wonderful. In addition to this, Elena gives you all the information about the story. It really is a very good tour, and they care about your safety, providing you with helmets and all the necessary elements. And they took us to a cafeteria that is incredible and it was natural, everything was super! If you want to have a fun experience and at the same time get to know the culture of this country, I recommend you take this tour.
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Rowenna_s
Apr 17, 2024
Don’t miss out on this trip! Book it now. - This was a fantastic trip!! Definitely something off the beaten track and there is SO much to see and learn. Jonathon is a wealth of information having grown up and lived in this area his whole life (even saw the house he grew up in!) saw so many places you would never have known existed and yet so full of history and importance. And to get a local perspective on everything was really good. I lucked out on the day, not only seeing a massive cargo ship come through but having a local fishing boat come in with their catch, just in time for the first ‘forbidden mangoes’ to start falling from the tree (you’ll have to do the tour to hear the story about forbidden mangoes!) and catching the sunset. It rained a few times while we were out but it was actually really fun cycling in the rain and wasn’t a bit cold. The pace is easy, nothing too challenging at all, just great fun. Johnathon gave some good tips on really decent local places for food and drinks and they were spot on. Can’t beat local knowledge. For everything. Definitely recommend this trip, go see the bits they don’t tell you about!
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Q3540uzdanielar
Apr 17, 2024
Amazing bike tour - The tour they gave us by bicycle was spectacular, we were able to tour and learn about the history of Panama from the oldest part such as the old town to the most modern, it was an experience worth repeating, knowing the history of Panama and how Each of its streets has an impressive story to tell, it is undoubtedly a wonderful memory. Likewise, the guides know perfectly the history and the stories that are part of it, they are very attentive to you and your safety. We also had one of the best spots to appreciate the beautiful sunset with the Bridge of the Americas, ships and the sunset, the perfect combination🤩 Delighted to have lived this experience with them, it is quite different and with a unique style that makes it an unforgettable experience.🙌🏻✨
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