Activity Antigua, Guatemala

Antigua Walking Tour

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A view of Volcan Agua and the cathedral Antigua Guatemala — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Antigua Walking Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour, by Due South Travels, is a 2+ hour guided walking tour of Antigua, one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Our local guide will give you tons of great information, including the history of the city and its architecture, the geography, culture, and religion of historical and modern day Guatemala.

During the tour we will visit and discuss Antigua's significant landmarks. We will talk about the volcanoes and earthquakes Guatemala has experienced, the Mayan ethnic groups, the Spanish invasion, and modern day life here.

If you would like to visit the jade museums or learn more about places to eat and drink, have a coffee, etc, please ask your guide!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Due South Travels

Ages: Youth (6–11 years) · Adults (12–105 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Certified tour guide

Not included

Not included: Snacks: We will have a chance to stop for a restroom break and a drink or snack if any guest is in need of a break.
Not included: Gratuities are appreciated

Itinerary

The Plaza Central Park

one hour

This Due South Travels tour will walk a leisurely route from Iglesia de la Merced, down 5a Avenida, through Central Park. Then we will visit the cathedral ruins and head past Tanque Union Park, and end at Iglesia de San Francisco.
Arco de Santa Catalina

5 min

Learn about the famous arch, a symbol of Antigua
Iglesia de La Merced

10 min

Baroque architecture. Starting point at the front of the church. If you'd like to enter, please wear conservative clothing that covers to your elbows and knees, and remove any hats before entering. (You cannot enter during a mass service)
Tanque de la Union

10 min

Learn about this park, the medical clinic, the pila, and the ruins of Santa Clara.
Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande

10 min

We will end here with a visit to the church and tomb of San Pedro. If you'd like to enter the church, please wear conservative clothing, covered to your elbows and knees, and remove hats. You cannot enter while mass is taking place.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will be wearing a t-shirt with the Due South Travels logo, standing in front of Iglesia de la Merced, which is the large yellow church at the corner of 6a Avenida Norte and 1a Calle Poniente.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There is approximately 1.5 miles/2.5km of walking.

Options

Antigua Walking Tour - English

English: This walking tour is offered completely in English, with a local bi-lingual guide.
Antigua Walking Tour - Spanish

Spanish: Este tour se ofrece completamente en Español, con un guía local.
Private Walking Tour

Custom Options: Please message us with the time, language required, and if you'd like to be picked up by our guide at your hotel.