Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
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 of 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
It is a Roman Catholic Church in Antigua Guatemala.
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.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all travelers at the motor lobby of their hotel or accommodation in Guatemala City or Antigua Guatemala
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(93)
Cancelled at almost 10pm the night before… and only communication via the app (which does not prompt a notification) instead of sending a direct WhatsApp message. Poor customer service because there was no opportunity to book anno tour for the day. Didn’t ask to reschedule - did provide a refund.
Very excellent service, the transporter contacted me a day before and the next day he contacted me again to pick us up, very punctual
Hola, ¡Muchísimas gracias por tu excelente comentario! Nos llena de alegría saber que quedaste satisfecho con el servicio, la puntualidad y la comunicación de nuestro equipo. Creemos que una buena experiencia comienza desde antes del tour, por eso nos esforzamos por mantener a nuestros viajeros informados y brindar un servicio confiable desde el primer contacto. También nos alegra saber que consideras que ofrecemos una excelente relación calidad-precio. Comentarios como el tuyo nos motivan a seguir dando lo mejor de nosotros cada día. Y lo que más nos emociona es saber que planean regresar con más familiares para que también vivan esta experiencia. ¡Será un verdadero placer recibirlos nuevamente y mostrarles más de las maravillas de Guatemala! ¡Gracias por confiar en nosotros y por recomendarnos! 🇬🇹
Very good guide, very knowledgeable and helpful; it is worth it because if you go alone, you will not learn about the culture.
Hola Hector, ¡Muchísimas gracias por tu recomendación! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaste del tour y que encontraste al guía tan preparado y servicial. Compartir la historia, las tradiciones y la cultura de Guatemala es una parte fundamental de la experiencia, y nos encanta saber que eso marcó una diferencia en tu visita. Tienes toda la razón: recorrer Antigua por cuenta propia es maravilloso, pero hacerlo acompañado de un guía permite descubrir detalles, historias y aspectos culturales que de otra manera podrían pasar desapercibidos. ¡Gracias nuevamente por tus amables palabras y por recomendarnos! Esperamos poder acompañarte en más aventuras por Guatemala en el futuro.
Ruben was an excellent guide very knowledgeable and answered to all of my questions. Very recommended!
Hi, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Ruben. His knowledge, passion for sharing Guatemala’s history and culture, and willingness to answer every question are qualities that make him such a fantastic guide. It means a lot to us that you found the experience valuable and would recommend it to others. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for more incredible experiences in Guatemala!
Good hotel pickup and drop off. Good driver. Very knowledgeable guide. Knew everything about Antigua's history and culture. And about the Mayan culture.
Hi Aket, Thank you so much for your great review! We’re really happy to hear you had such a positive experience It’s wonderful to know everything went smoothly with the pickup and drop-off, and that both your driver and guide made a great impression. Having a knowledgeable guide who can share not only Antigua’s history but also insights into Mayan culture truly makes the experience much more enriching. Thank you again for sharing your experience—we’d love to have you back for more amazing adventures in Guatemala!
Amazing experience! 100% recommended!
Hi Ilnar, Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us! We’re so glad you enjoyed it and hope to have you back for more unforgettable adventures in Guatemala soon!
Very complete Excellent well-trained tour guide and willing to provide a surprising experience
Hola Susana, ¡Muchísimas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste de una experiencia tan completa. Qué bueno saber que el guía cumplió con tus expectativas—contar con guías bien preparados y comprometidos en brindar experiencias memorables es algo que valoramos muchísimo. Gracias de nuevo por compartir tu experiencia. ¡Esperamos poder acompañarte en más aventuras increíbles en el futuro!
Victoria was very fun and knowledgeable. She brought us to all the hot spots in Antigua. Great food, beer, sights.
Hi Deidre, Thank you so much for your great review! We’re really happy to hear you had such a fun time in Antigua Victoria will be thrilled to know you enjoyed the tour with her! Her energy and knowledge truly make the experience come alive, and it’s awesome to hear she showed you all the must-see spots. Great food, beer, and beautiful sights—sounds like the perfect Antigua day! We’d love to have you back for more amazing experiences in the future!
Reuben was a super tour guide. Great value for the money! Extensive commentary of the sights we visited.
Hi Alan, Thank you so much for your great review! We’re really happy to hear you had such a good day exploring Antigua Reuben will be thrilled to know you enjoyed the tour with him! His detailed commentary and passion for sharing the city’s history truly make the experience special. It’s also wonderful to hear you found it to be great value—that’s exactly what we aim for with every experience we offer. Thanks again for sharing your experience—we’d love to have you back for more adventures in Guatemala!
The English-speaking travel companion, Rubén Sanches, has made a very informative, yet entertaining tour around Antigua's monasteries and churches. I remember this short trip very well.
Hallo Roberts, vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihre tolle Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie Ihre Zeit in Antigua so genossen haben 😊 Rubén wird sich sehr über Ihre netten Worte freuen. Seine Art, Wissen auf informative und gleichzeitig unterhaltsame Weise zu vermitteln, macht die Tour wirklich besonders. Wie schön, dass Sie diese Kurzreise in so guter Erinnerung behalten werden – genau das ist unser Ziel! Wir würden uns freuen, Sie in Zukunft wieder auf einem weiteren Abenteuer begrüßen zu dürfen!
