Combo Walking and Market Tour

5.0 (5 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation

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The iconic arch of Antigua Guatemala — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Iglesia de la Merced, the starting point of the free walking tour of Antigua Guatemala — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour will leave you fascinated with Guatemalan culture. We will discuss the 500 year history of Antigua, Guatemala, and talk about the geography, politics, Mayan ethnic groups, history and tourist draws of this beautiful country. After exploring the main sites of Antigua, we will then begin our market tour, wandering through the narrow stalls, seeing the way the locals shop. After we learn about the agricultural industry, we will be able to sample some Guatemalan products and then sit for lunch in a local comedor where you can order some of the tastiest traditional food around! Lunch is not included in the tour price and averages 40Q per person. We can accommodate dietary restrictions.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Written guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Due South Travels

Ages: Adults (0–105 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Snacks: We will purchase some unique fruits to sample.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities are always appreciated.
Not included: At the end of the market tour, we will sit for lunch, which is not included.

Itinerary

The Plaza Central Park

2 hours

We start at Iglesia de la Merced to the north of the city, make our way down 5a Avenida, discussing the sights along the way. We wander through the central park of Antigua and talk about the historical buildings, geography, culture and politics of Guatemala. After the walking tour, we head back to Central Park to begin our market tour.
Street market

2 hours

The local market is where people come to shop, eat, and explore the stalls. It is a great way to learn about the ways the local market influences village life and also to understand the unique agricultural products sold here.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will be standing in front of Iglesia de la Merced, the large yellow church located on the corner of 6a Avenida Norte and 1a Calle Poniente. The guide's shirt will have the logo for Due South Travels on it.

End point

The tour will end after lunch, at the local municipal market.

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.