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Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour
5.0(67)Antigua2–3 hours
VIATOR5.0(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(62)
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At a glance
Duration
2–3 hours
Price from
$35 / person
Location
Antigua, Guatemala
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 67 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Luis Diego Lee Pérez
Meeting point
Outside Café Barista, in front of the Central Park of Antigua Guatemala
Description
Your walking tour will begin when your authorized guide picks you up at the previously agreed point. During this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the places described in the itinerary, among these places are the viewpoint of the city, Cerro de la Cruz, from where you can appreciate the view and have a better idea of the distribution of streets and avenues. . Next you can visit the former monastery of the Dominican order of friars, now converted into a hotel, restaurant and convention center. A museum and Jade factory where you will learn more about the Mayan culture. You will see the public laundry of the Tanque de La Union square, the Church of San Francisco where you will visit the tomb of Hermano Pedro who was beatified and canonized by Pope John Paul II, the Central Park with its Cathedral, City Hall Palace and former Palace of The General Captains and finally the iconic Arch of Santa Catalina from the 16th century
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 18–59)
$35
Senior (ages 60–80)
$35
Youth (ages 13–17)
$35
Child (ages 4–12)
$25
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour
Itinerary
Jade Maya - The original Jade factory, museum & showroom
Admission not included20 min
The objective of going through this place is to rest a bit from the walk. There is coffee, free Wi-Fi, toilets. This is a museum that exhibits replicas of Mayan artifacts, it is also worth seeing as one learns about the Mayans, their history, their past and how their calendar works.
Casa Santo Domingo
Admission not included25 min
This is a hotel, restaurant and convention center. What makes this a special and unique place is that there are still traces of the old monastery of the order of Dominican friars. Admission is free, except the museum area, for the museums if you have to pay
Tanque de la Union
Pass by
This is an old public laundry where people washed their clothes by hand
Arco de Santa Catalina
Admission not included10 min
This is a 16th century arch that served as a passageway for the nuns to cross from one property to another
The Plaza Central Park
Pass by
This is the most central point of the city where the town hall (the mayor's office), the Palace of the General Captains and the Cathedral are located. In addition there are banks, ATMs, restaurants and ice cream parlors around
Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
Admission not included20 min
The Church of San Francisco El Grande is from the 18th century. Within this Catholic church are the mortal remains of Brother Pedro who was beatified and canonized by Pope John Paul II. The objective of visiting this place is to learn about the history of the aforementioned character and appreciate the architecture of said church.
What's included
Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Professional guide authorized by the national tourism commission
Not included
Private transportation
Lunch
Bottled water
Soda/Pop
tips
Cost of tickets to ruins or museums
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
67 reviews
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How it compares in Antigua
Rated higher than 76% of 149 reviewed tours in Antigua
No. 50 by number of reviews among 384 tours in Antigua
Starting price $35 is 36% below the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Antigua
Excurgo comparison of 384 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Overweight people
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour take?
Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Antigua experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $25, adults from $35.
Can I cancel Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Outside Café Barista, in front of the Central Park of Antigua Guatemala. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Antigua Private Cultural Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 67 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Luis Diego Lee Pérez.
Reviews(67)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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guevaragerald
September 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Antigua & Small Towns!
Diego, was a really good guide, he speaks english & spanish and is very puntual with his time! Very knowledgeable about Antigua & other small towns around Antigua we visited. Very attentive and you can see he likes what he does, thank you Diego for a really good tour!!!:)..
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536elism
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Tour of the city of Antigua
We loved enjoying Antigua Guatemala with Diego, an excellent tour guide, many great recommendations, we learned about Guatemala, its people and its history, and we had a spectacular time. I recommend it 100%.
Diego's goal is for you to carry Guatemala in your skin and he truly achieves it!!
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Inspire28805871633
July 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Professional.
A very good person. He knows Antigua like the back of his hand; we had a great time.
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india_holland
May 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great personalized tour by local guide
Diego was flexible in catering our your to my family's needs. He is very knowledgeable and it was wonderful that he was from the area and could share personal stories of the places we visited.
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Asima_J
May 12, 2026 · via Viator
Guide was flexible in...
Guide was flexible in meeting our needs, very knowledgeable.
Friendly, and great to have someone who grew up on the area and had memories and personal experiences of the area
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Sherpa59053330222
April 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Antigua Walking Tour
Diego was great. Very knowledgeable and easy to talk with. Good English.
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julianagX3756TL
March 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing guide
He is a great guide, very patient, all very clear, if you want to meet him he is the best
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lorenamariar375
March 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Culture
An excellent guide, punctual, and a great connoisseur of the history of the places visited.
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Anne_J
March 20, 2026 · via Viator
Really great communicator and a lovely guide
My walking tour with Diego was like spending time with a knowledgeable friend. We toured the key sights, he shared the history of Antigua, I had time to get souvenirs and got to know about the life of a local. Really lovely guide, great communication and would happily recommend him.
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CarmenC1381
March 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun and informative Antigua walking tour
Diego was a knowledgeable and super kind guide! This private tour was great because I could ask all the questions I had and he had an answer for everything. Would recommend to anyone looking for a walking tour in Antigua!
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