PANAMA CITY MARKET FOOD TOUR

Elena holding a lobster at Panama City Seafood Market
Guide sharing tastings with the Markets Adventure group
Sensory discovery with the guide at the market
Local coffee preparation at the market
Tropical fruit tasting during Markets Adventure
Markets Adventure group in the market dining hall
Guests tasting local flavors at the market
Coffee stop during Markets Adventure
Guests enjoying a meal at the market

A closer look

THE MARKETS ADVENTURE

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Explore Panama City’s public markets on a guided walking food tour lasting approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Markets Adventure brings together the seafood market and San Felipe Neri, 17 food and drink flavors plus a full Panamanian lunch.

This journey is an exploration of the city’s social fabric through its food, navigating the rhythm of neighborhoods where gastronomy and community are the ultimate languages of pride.

It is a soulful, immersive experience designed for those who seek the genuine heart of Panama through its vibrant people and its unfiltered local flavors.

Tour Information
  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes

    Difficulty: Easy

    Meeting point: Mercado de Mariscos, Ciudad de Panamá

  • Tour language: English
Areas To Visit
  • Panama City Seafood Market (Mercado de Mariscos): Discover fresh seafood and the daily rhythm of local fish vendors.

    San Felipe Neri Public Market: Explore tropical fruit, vegetables, spices and ingredients central to Panamanian cuisine.

What's Included
  • 17 food and drink flavors (small portions)
  • Full Panamanian lunch
  • Local Bilingual Guide
  • Audio radio system
  • Courtesy cards & local magazine
Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Alcoholic beverages

Requirements
  • Sunscreen

    Hat

    Comfortable clothing and walking shoes

Accessibility & Participation
  • This walking tour involves standing and walking through busy public markets. Please contact us before booking if you have mobility needs, are pregnant, or have a health condition that could be affected by walking or prolonged standing. Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs may not participate. Please advise us of dietary restrictions before booking.

Questions about the Markets Adventure

How long is Markets Adventure?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. It is an easy walking experience through busy public markets, with time spent standing and tasting.

Where does the market food tour meet?

Meet at Mercado de Mariscos, Ciudad de Panamá. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Check your booking confirmation for the meeting instructions.

Does Markets Adventure include lunch?

Yes. 17 food and drink flavors in small portions plus a full Panamanian lunch are included, together with a local bilingual guide, an audio radio system, courtesy cards and access to our local magazine. Alcoholic beverages are not included.

Which markets does the tour explore?

The experience explores Mercado de Mariscos and San Felipe Neri Public Market. The exact stops and tasting sequence remain part of the experience.

What if I have dietary restrictions or mobility needs?

Please contact us before booking with dietary restrictions, allergies or mobility needs. The experience involves walking and standing in busy markets; discuss your requirements with the team before choosing a date.

Should I choose Markets Adventure or Street Food?

Choose Markets Adventure for a shorter market-focused experience with lunch. Choose the Street Food Tour for approximately 5 hours of neighborhood exploration and 25+ food and beverage tastings. Check each calendar for available dates and current prices.

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