What You Will Do
Antigua Guatemala is a city that once was the Capital of the Whole Central America.
In this tour you'll travel back in time to the XV through XVII century, with its cobblestone streets, catholic churches and convents, unique monuments and gastronomy.
Today we enjoy all that heritage, join us.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Guatemala City
2 hours
We'll start this experience from your hotel in Guatemala City. So sit tight and enjoy the views from the city until we arrive to Antigua Guatemala.
2
Cerro de la Cruz
30 minutes
This hill is the perfect spot to start our tour in Antigua Guatemala.
We'll hike approximately 15 minutes up to get a great bird eye view of the city surrounded by 3 stunning volcanoes.
Good physical condition is required, if not we will start our tour from La Merced Church.
3
Iglesia de La Merced
30 minutes
This is a beautiful yellow church and the best example of Baroque Guatemalan architecture. The church dating from the 18th century is one of the most beautiful in Antigua Guatemala. It is surrounded by a beautiful garden, handicraft sales, and great cafes that offer authentic "Antigüeño" coffee (coffee from Antigua Guatemala) that has chocolate notes due to its roasting process.
4
Arco de Santa Catalina
20 minutes
We will move on to the most famous point in Antigua Guatemala: The Arch Street, where the Santa Catalina Arch is located. This place has become the symbol of Antigua and the central image on most postcards. In its origins, this arch was built by the Santa Catarina Mártir Convent in 1693. It has a secret that you will discover in this first-class tour. Get ready to take jaw-dropping photos!
5
Iglesia del Carmen
30 minutes
The history of El Carmen Church dates back to 1683 when the city council granted authorization for the construction of a temple under the invocation of Our Lady of Carmen.
AMAZING HANDICRAFT MARKET
6
ChocoMuseo La Antigua
30 minutes
Visitors will learn more about the Chocolate history, and will be able to buy chocolates and many other Cacao products.
7
The Plaza Central Park
20 minutes
When we arrive in Antigua Guatemala, you will feel that you go back in time, observe and contemplate the majestuosity of the Water Volcano looming in the background of the city, and the old cobbled streets and the more than 500 years architecture. We begin our walking tour from the Central Park of the Plaza de Antigua Guatemala, which is the center of the city, also surrounded by the most important buildings
8
Catedral de San Jose
Is a Roman Catholic Church in Antigua Guatemala. In this cathedral you'll walk through its ruins and witness the vestiges left by the many earthquakes suffered throughout its history.
9
Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
This church and convent of San Francisco helds the story of one of the most important characters in Antigua Guatemala: Santo Hermano Pedro. We´ll walk through the convent ruins, beautiful well preserved gardens and main antique rooms of the church.
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