Walking Tour of Guatemala City's Historical Center

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2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Guatemala City on this engaging walking tour through its historical center. Covering approximately 5 kilometers (3 miles) in just 3 hours, this tour delves into iconic landmarks, local cultures and the stories that shape the city. Discover the heart of Guatemala as you stroll through charming streets and uncover hidden gems with an expert guide who shares insider knowledge and local insights.

- Immerse yourself in the historical center of Guatemala City (zones 2, 1 and 4)
- Walk approximately 5 kilometers (3 miles) in about 3 hours
- Benefit from the insights of an expert guide throughout the tour
- Discover significant landmarks and cultural highlights along the way

What's Included

One bottle of water will be included at the Central Market
Entrance ticket to the Mapa en Relieve Park are included
Food & beverages are not included in this tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Take an Uber to Mapa en Relieve. I (the tour guide) will meet you at the gate of the park, always wearing long sleeve shirts and a blue cap.

End point

The tour ends at a mall's plaza, ideal to take an Uber back to your hotel, your next destination, or enjoy a meal at any of the restaurants nearby.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Relief Map

    This is the meeting point and start of the tour. In this monument we can appreciate a scale model of the topography of the country and learn about the geography, geology and biodiversity in Guatemala.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Plaza de la Constitucion

    We walk around the Central Square of Guatemala City, looking important historical landmarks and buildings (we do not go into the government buildings).

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mercado Central

    We walk through the Central Market in Guatemala City, to watch and learn about a regular day in this market. You can purchase some fruits or a souvenir (optional).

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Paseo De La Sexta

    The Sixth Avenue is one of the main drives in the city, in our direction from the Central Square towards the Civic Center it becomes a pedestrian area with other important landmarks in the Historical Center of the city.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    This area remarks the expansion of the city by the mid twentieth century, its a venue with many important landmarks.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This is a walking tour, no vehicles are used and we are standing up most of the time.
Supplied by Nestor de León

Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
New Product

Cancellation Policy

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

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