Top experiences in Casco Viejo, Panama City's most atmospheric neighborhood

Panama City’s old town goes by many monikers: Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo and the lesser-used San Felipe, to name just three. It’s also known as the hippest region in the city, where most fall in love with Panama’s capital.

This Unesco-listed district is a symphony of restored rainbow-hued buildings, romantic wrought-iron balconies, centuries-old churches, sky-caressing rooftops and narrow cobblestone streets, strung out along four historic avenues.

Though humble in size, Casco Viejo is the setting for many of Panama City’s top restaurants and trendiest bars, and historical buildings with scintillating stories to tell. Here are 10 of the best things to do in this enticing enclave.