Welcome to Portobelo

This Caribbean fishing village is so laid-back and languorous, it's hard to imagine it was once the greatest Spanish port in Central America. Mules carried Peruvian gold and Oriental treasures to Panama City via the fortresses at Portobelo. Though English privateers destroyed them many times throughout their history, several of these atmospheric colonial fortresses still stand amid village homes.

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Experience Portobelo

Day tours

Tours & Sightseeing

Ocean to Ocean Panama Canal and Jungle Tour

Starting at$135

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Cultural & Theme Tours

Portobelo Train, Gatun Locks Full-Day with UNESCO Site Tour

Starting at$192

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Water Sports

Snorkeling Tour in Panama

Starting at$145

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Day Trips & Excursions

Isla Grande Tour from Panamá City

Starting at$200

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Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Tour to Isla Grande and Portobelo from Panama City

Starting at$95

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Shopping & Fashion

Ultimate Duty Free Shopping Experience Tour in Colon's Free Zone

Starting at$800

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Shows, Concerts & Sports

Portobelo Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

Starting at$165

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Day Trips & Excursions

Portobelo, Canal Expansion Locks, and Train Express

Starting at$185

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Amazing hotels and hostels

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Food and drink

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Travel guides

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Portobelo activities

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