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Colonial and Cultural Walk in Antigua Guatemala

About this experience

We will visit all the points of interest in the city. This is a cultural and historical tour of this great museum open to the world that is the city of Antigua Guatemala. The participants will visit monuments such as the San José Cathedral, the Central Park, the Palace of the Captains, the City Hall Palace, the Union Tank, the Santa Clara Church, the San Francisco Church, the Santo Domingo House, the Museum of Jade, La Merced church and the famous Arco de Santa Catalina and its charming street.

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  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min

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Colonial and Cultural Walk in Antigua Guatemala

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Time on the tour2 hr 30 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • tourist guide

Not included

  • San Francisco Church, Q 20. Cathedral Q 20. La Merced Q20.

Itinerary and highlights

Within the tour we will visit the beautiful open museum Antigua where we will visit places of interest starting with the Cathedral, followed by:
The fountain of the sirens
Cathedral
captains palace
The very noble town hall
St. Peter's Church
public laundries
santa clara facade
Saint Francis Church
jade museum
Santo Domingo House
Arch Street

Church of San Pedro and Hospital de San, it was founded as the first Hospital for the poor in colonial times, by Hermano Pedro.

The union tank or Public Lavaderos is highly praised and visited, that is due to its famous history of housing hundreds of women who came to use those laundries.

Santa Clara
We will pass in front of the façade of Santa Clara, which, thanks to generous donations from the residents of that neighborhood, was able to carry out the construction of said convent. The place becomes attractive, since it is located in front of the Tanque la Unión, "Public Lavaderos"

San Francisco el Grande, is one of the churches also very visited by parishioners for their devotion to Saint Brother Pedro. In this place we will take a tour of the church and we will also visit the tomb of Santo Hermano Pedro

Jade Museum.
In this wonderful museum we will learn a little about the Mayans, their relationship and belief with the valuable Jade stone. A tour that is worth it. room for doubt

We will visit the beautiful and wonderful Arco de Santa Catalina since it is one of the most praised places for its fascinating structure and history, since it was of very important use for the nuns of the Convent of Santa Catalina.

One of the most beautiful churches, and of a wonderful baroque style.

Meeting and pickup information

  • In front of the Church of Mercy

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • The Tour Guide Gt

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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 30 min.
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 3–11; Youth tickets: age 12–18; Adult tickets: age 19+; Senior tickets: age 56+. 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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