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!
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
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.
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.
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.
Discover a completely different side of Antigua Guatemala — mysterious, hidden, historical, and unforgettable. This is not the typical walking tour. It is a deep journey into the secret interiors, underground crypts, colonial convents, and forgotten stories of one of the most fascinating cities in Central America. Walk through ancient corridors and sacred underground chambers that most visitors never discover without a specialized guide. Explore the hidden crypts beneath the historic churches and learn about colonial funerary practices, religious traditions, earthquakes, legends, and paranormal stories that still surround Antigua today. Visit the impressive crypts of Convento de Santo Domingo, one of the most mysterious and emblematic religious complexes of the colonial era, famous for its underground chambers and historic catacombs.