Day Tour in Antigua Guatemala, the Colonial City

4.4
(16 reviews)
Guatemala City, Guatemala

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

The visit to Antigua Guatemala is unique because it combines history, colonial architecture, living traditions and an incomparable natural environment, offering the traveler an experience that goes far beyond a simple sightseeing tour.

What's Included

Tour guide
Transport
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The tour guide enters the hotel lobby to locate the passengers, the maximum waiting time is 5 minutes.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • Guatemala City (Pass by)

    08:00 a.m. Departure from Guatemala City

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Antigua

    Antigua Guatemala is a colonial jewel declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, famous for its baroque architecture, cobblestone streets and natural surroundings surrounded by volcanoes. It is one of the most visited destinations in Guatemala and an international tourist reference.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Parque Central de Antigua Guatemala

    The Plaza Mayor or Central Park is the heart of Antigua Guatemala and one of the most emblematic places of the city. Surrounded by colonial buildings, it is the meeting point where history, culture and daily life intertwine.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    San José Parish, also known as the Cathedral of Antigua Guatemala, is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city, famous for its imposing Baroque facade and history dating back to the 17th century.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Iglesia de La Merced

    The Church of La Merced is one of the most representative temples of Antigua Guatemala and an icon of colonial baroque in America. Its yellow and white facade, richly decorated with reliefs and ornamental details, makes it one of the most famous postcards in the city.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Arch Street

    Calle del Arco is one of the most emblematic and photographed places in Antigua Guatemala. Its protagonist is the Arch of Saint Catherine, built in the 17th century to connect the nuns' convent with an adjoining building, allowing them to cross without being seen. Today, this arch is the most recognized symbol of the city and an icon of Guatemalan colonial heritage.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Casa del Jade

    The Casa del Jade Museum is one of Antigua Guatemala’s most important cultural spaces, dedicated to the history, art and tradition of jade, a sacred stone for Mesoamerican cultures. It is a place where visitors can discover the spiritual and artistic value that this gem has had from pre-Columbian times to the present.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7
    ChocoMuseo

    The Chocolate Museum is an interactive and cultural space dedicated to the history and tradition of cocoa in Guatemala, considered by ancient Mayan civilizations as “the food of the gods”. It is a place where visitors can discover the origin of chocolate, its importance in the Mayan worldview

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Tanque de la Union

    La Unión Tank is one of Antigua Guatemala’s most picturesque and representative monuments. Built in the 19th century, this space served as a public place where women in the city came to wash clothes, becoming a community meeting point.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by JAGUAR TRAVELS

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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