Best Cultural Tours in Antigua 2025

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 35.00

This tour offers a leisure walk around Antigua good for orientation or overview. It's an excellent narrative by licenced guide focusing on its cultural interest. This walk allows you to appreciate interesting facts about the most important monuments .You will explore the main square including cathedral (restored part / panoramic views of ruins) , the old university (3rd founded in the continent, City Hall Palace, panoramic views of The General's Captains Palace, Walk the main streets and have some panoramic views of the arch of Saint Catherine. Continue with the church of La Merced, walk to Casa Santo Domingo to end with an optional visit of the famous Jade Museum and factory.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 35.00

Visit behind the walls of Antigua Guatemala with certified expert guides. Meet at the Antigua Tours Park Office to experience the city´s highlights & focus on history, architecture, cultural trends and restoration efforts. Learn about Guatemala past and present with skip the line tickets to the Cathedral ruins and museums at Santo Domingo admission included

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 23.00

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. We are different from the four hour walking tours offered in town because we don't take you shopping (too much pressure!), however, our local guides would love to bring you AFTER the tour if you'd like a thorough explanation of jade or if you're interested in bargaining for some beautiful handicrafts. You'll also receive plenty of other suggestions for things to do in and around town.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 32.00

Lets immerse ourselves in the diversity of local Antigua culture. Antigua, Guatemala dates back to 1543 and was the second capital of the Spanish colony. The nearly 500-year-old city is cradled by three volcanoes and accented with colorful facades of 16th century mansions. We we will visit ancient buildings that once were convents, monasteries, and churches, becoming this a beautiful introduction to the Guatemalan lifestyle and culture. Our wonderful day around Antigua will be memorable and you will get a great orientation visiting San Francisco church, Parque Central, Santo Domingo, La Merced church, the street with the famous Santa Catalina Arch. We will also pass-thru some of our favorite spots, we will have time to enjoy local coffee, hot chocolate or refreshing sample beer. Be ready to fall in love with our little city.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 25.00

This tour is based on the important part of the city's history and is carefully crafted with the best certified guides in Antigua to offer a service of trust and satisfaction.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 25.00

You will learn about the history, culture, myths, and curiosities of this beautiful city, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979. La Antigua Guatemala was the Capital of Central America for more than 200 years. During the tour, you will learn all about that era and the current moment. We will visit the iconic monuments of the area entertainingly, as you will be accompanied by a certified guide who speaks Spanish and English throughout the tour. It will be a pleasure to share with you the history that surrounds La Antigua Guatemala, a city frozen in time.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 35.00

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

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 36.00

Experience the charm of Antigua Guatemala in a fun and authentic way as you explore its picturesque cobblestone streets, vibrant culture, and rich history. Discover the ruins of convents and churches, colonial-era homes, iconic parks, and bustling markets—all guided by a knowledgeable local expert.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 25.00

All places have legends and Antigua Guatemala is no exception. On this tour you will hear the most famous and dark legends of the city and Guatemala, while we walk the cobblestone streets and visit iconic places: such as: The Church of Mercy The Arch of Saint Catherine Central Park The Union Tank The tour is only for the brave and history lovers, as we will walk through the streets of the city that was once the capital of Guatemala. Among the Legends to tell are: "The cadejo" a dog that can protect you or chase you to bite you. "The carriage of death" a carriage that leaves at night. "La llorona" the story of a woman who lost her children. "La Tatuana" a witch who lived in Antigua Guatemala. "The legend of the Owl" mysterious animal for the Mayans. and many more. We will start the tour at 6:30 in the afternoon and end at 8:30 at night.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 35.00

The main purpose of this tour is to make the traveler feel at home while exploring the city of La Antigua in a friendly environment, during the tour we will help the traveler to have an approach to the contemporary Mayan culture through different explanations about the use of languages, the traditional clothing, spirituality, etc. as well as guide the traveler in different parts of the city to learn its history.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 40.00

Interesting views in the Colonial City, walking through Antigua Guatemala going to be a nice and cultural experience. Also you can visit the villages around the water volcano. Architecture and landscape going to be part of it, in addition you can discover local gastronomy. If you decide to travel more in deep you can choose to visit a textil school.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 45.00

Iximche – Capital of the Cakchiquel Maya at the time of the Spanish Conquest, and the first capital of Guatemala, founded by the spanish conquistador PEDRO DE ALVARADO. Is located about 2hrs away from Antigua Guatemala. Our local bilingual guide will meet you at the site, and the duration of the tour around iximche is about one hour and a half. The pick up time at your hotel is between 7:20am through 7:40 am. The tour ends back in Antigua Guatemala central park around 11:30am in Antigua.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 20.00

“Mysteries of Antigua” is part scavenger hunt (find the clues), part outdoor escape room (solve the puzzles), part historical walking tour (learn real stories along the way and all adventure. We need you because your colleagues of the legendary archaeologist Professor Bronson, who’s vanished without a trace. Fortunately, he’s left behind his satchel of Mayan ciphers, cryptic clues, and a journal full of secrets. Now it’s up to you to follow his trail through the streets of Antigua solving puzzles, cracking codes and uncovering the hidden stories woven into its ruins & traditions. The treasure awaits if you can find it! In just 2-3 hours, you’ll journey through Antigua’s storied past and Guatemala’s living traditions. Visit hidden Mayan shrines, unravel the mystical history of jade, uncover volcanic forces and cap it all off by learning to play the marimba! Perfect for curious minds, clever groups, and time-traveling detectives who like their history hands-on and dripping with mystery.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 50.00

On this tour you discover the artisanal production of chocolate and wine while you will walking in these magic little towns and create memories for a lifetime.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 30.00

Take a stroll with Due South Travels through the Antigua market's labyrinth of stalls and vendors, selling anything and everything you can imagine! This is a truly authentic experience. We will discuss the different things you see, and sample some exotic fruits and Guatemalan sweets. The market shapes many locals' way of life and schedule here, and its importance will be discussed. You can try your hand at making your own tortillas also! Then, we'll stop for lunch at a sit-down market eatery and discuss traditional Guatemalan cuisine. Meet your English-speaking guide in central park. Lunch not included, but averages Q20-Q35 per meal.