Best Antigua Cultural Tours in 2026

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 40.00

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 $ 24.00

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. If you would like to visit the jade museums or learn more about places to eat and drink, have a coffee, etc, please ask your guide!

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 $ 32.00

Let’s immerse ourselves in the diversity of local Antigua culture. The nearly 500-year-old city is cradled by three volcanoes and accented with the colorful facades of 16th-century mansions. Visit ancient buildings that once served as convents, monasteries, and churches, becoming this a beautiful introduction to Guatemalan lifestyle and culture. As we walk along the cobblestone streets, each historical point reveals a magical postcard moment to remember forever, from San Francisco Church, Santo Domingo, and La Merced Church to the famous Santa Catalina Arch and the iconic buildings around the Main Square (Municipality, Palace of the Captains General, and Cathedral). Along the way, we’ll enjoy a drink or two during our walk, such as locally brewed artisanal beer, ancestral Mayan chocolate, or handcrafted Guatemalan coffee. Be ready to fall in love with our little city. We will be walking at a relaxed pace, making stops, stepping into a few historic buildings.

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

Are you wondering if the colors in Mayan culture have a deep meaning or if the ornaments in the front side of the churches has something to do with Mayan spiritually? Well this tour will help you out to discover all these facts. No matter if you are starting or finishing your trip in La Antigua this is the right place for you. We start the tour at La Merced, I’ll take the time to put you in context about elements in Mayan spirituality and find them in the front side of the church, we will walk inside the church to keep discovering some other facts. Visit Cerro La Cruz, why is this important? It is important because Mayans we practice our spirituality outdoors, here we will have a beautiful spiritual experience and connection with mother earth, learn how to set up a Mayan Altar, the meaning of the colors, the life of three, etc. At Nim Pot we will take the time to discover important facts about the traditional clothe, languages, traditional dances, festival, and syncretism.

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 $ 27.00

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

“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

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.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 25.00

Discover the best of Antigua Guatemala on a walking tour full of history, vibrant colors and corners that will make you fall in love with the city. We will walk along cobblestone streets visiting 7 iconic places, from the impressive Church of La Merced to the mystical Union Tank, through the majestic Arch of Santa Catalina, perfect for your photos. Explore with a passionate local guide who shares real stories, curiosities and secrets that don’t appear in the guides. You’ll get to know the old school of the Society of Jesus, the grandeur of St. Joseph’s Cathedral and the Mayan culture within Nim Po’t.This tour combines history, culture and authentic experiences, ideal for travelers looking for more than a walk. Perfect for couples, families and history lovers. Get ready to live Antigua as a local and take unforgettable memories.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 50.00

Our Clients will have a unique experience, both nature and culture will be known where our clients will enter the history of the Colonial city.

Antigua , Central Highlands

From $ 40.00

Within this tour you can take unique experiences learning secrets, legends, and stories of the city.