Meeting the guatemala´s culture with a local guide in Antigua.

5.0 (30 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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From the roof, the guide shows where the other villages are located and important facts about the volcano and the city. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The bus station, located behind the local market, shows its unique colorful chicken buses. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

You will meet the Colonial City in deep, walking through Antigua Guatemala going to let you know about important places around you, even if you're short in time.

The tour will help you in orientation to avoid getting lost easly. In addition you will learn about Guatemala.

The guide is certified and is local, two things that support a nice experience in a foreign country.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Artes Visuales

Ages: Youth (15–17 years) · Adults (18–55 years) · Seniors (56–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guide in English and Spanish

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: Tips
Not included: Entrance to ruins
Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Catedral de San Jose

30 min Admission not included

Main Plaza:

South (Captain Palace) Art Museum

North (Ayuntamiento)

West (Portal de las Panaderas/ Portal del Comercio)

East (San Jose Cathedral) Ruins
Tanque de la Union

30 min

Principal washers, in the colonial period, near the hospital Hermano Pedro, opportunity to visit a ruin (Santa Clara) in front of it.
JADES ANTIGUA

35 min

Historical description of jade and the mayas economy, also the importance of the green gold as a simbolic stone.
Mercado el Carmen

20 min

Survenirs, textil and jade
Iglesia de La Merced

30 min Admission not included

Panoramic view of the entire city, landscapes and volcanoes from the church's top. Style of Rococo building.
Convento de las Capuchinas

45 min Admission not included

In the convent you will see how the nouns had lived during the colony time, Spanish gardens, old baths, rooms and ruins.
Stop 7

35 min

Main market in Antigua Guatemala. Also artisans and local comercials (to get for veggies, fruits and more.)

Market days are Monday, Thursday and Saturday.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Casa Mimi Antigua Guatemala
Hotel Casa Realeza
Casa Anturio
Hotel Antigua House
Barehuus B&B
Hotel Antigua Inn
Casa Santa Rosa Hotel Boutique
Hotel Casa Rustica by AHS
Hotel Casa Santo Domingo
Las Orquideas Hostal
Hotel La Galeria
Hotel Palacio de Dona Leonor

and 118 more pickup points

Check the time before leaving, and wear comfortable shoes to walk nicely. Carry a water hat or a raincoat according to the season you are taking the tour. If necessary, contact the guide for more information about the tour.

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