Museo Panama Viejo

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8 / 10

4 expert reviews

“Panamá Viejo was founded in 1519 by the conquistador Pedroarias Dávila. Built on the site of an indigenous village that had existed for centuries, the city soon became a busy colonial outpost. ”

– Fodor's

Frommer's Frommer's
"You can still admire the newly restored Plaza Mayor and adjoining bell tower of Panama's original cathedral, as well as collections of walls from various convents and palaces." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Founded on August 15, 1519, by Spanish conquistador Pedro Arias de Ávila, the city of Panamá was the first European settlement along the Pacific." Full review