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Guided Walking Tour Legends of Antigua Guatemala

About this experience

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.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr

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Spanish
English

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Certified guide

Not included

  • Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary and highlights

Meeting point and first place to visit, which was the last church to be built, in 1767.

Emblematic monument, where you will have time to take a photo.

Very colorful craft market.

Place of high importance both in the colonial era and in the current one.

Place where the first university in Central America was located.

Point where the tour will end with one of the most terrifying legends of the city.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We will meet in front of the church, it is a yellow church, I will be at the point with a backpack and my tourist guide card.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Luis González

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 9–16; Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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