Things to Do in Antigua

Discover the majesty of the Acatenango and Fuego Volcano on this 2-day tour. Enjoy an unforgettable hike, breathtaking views and a connection with nature.

You´ll discover the unique flavors of the local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life. As part of this class, you will visit a local market, choose exotic ingredients, and learn to cook 5 typical dishes. (3 main dishes and 2 complements) We will bring you to the local market where you can sample a lot of the exotic fruits. Maybe you had no clue what half the fruits were. Without a local guide, you would’ve missed out on so many food opportunities! If you are interested in Private options contact directly the supplier.

Enjoy a unique adventure climbing up the active Pacaya Volcano before relaxing at the Kawilal Hot Springs on this unmissable day trip.

Join a guided tour from Antigua to the active complex volcano of Pacaya. Walk through the volcanic area, see dry lava from the summit, and roast marshmallows on hot ash and rocks.

Coffee Tour Experience Begin your journey in the charming town of San Pedro Las Huertas, where we’ll visit the central park and observe the traditional pila (public laundry), still used daily by local families. From there, we walk toward the foothills of the majestic Agua Volcano, surrounded by lush landscapes and authentic rural life. Along the way, you’ll explore coffee plantations and also learn about other crops and wild plants that thrive in this fertile volcanic soil. With a local small-scale farmer, you’ll discover the artisanal process of coffee—from seed to cup—participating in every step. You’ll roast, grind, and finally taste a delicious cup of freshly brewed coffee that you helped prepare. To end the experience, you’ll have the unique opportunity to purchase coffee directly from the producer, supporting local families and sustainable community growth.

On this activity, we'll hike to the Altamira viewpoint and enjoy the amazing views from the Mano de Oro - fall in love with this expansive landscape.

A tour of the villages around Lake Atitlán is a culturally enriching experience. It is an opportunity to explore the cultural and natural diversity of this Guatemalan gem.

Antigua and Guatemala City are connected by and excellent highway (30 Mls). Book safely and promptly your ground transfer from your hotel in Antigua to the airport with us. All our units are recent models, with A/C, reclinable seats, passenger insurance and GPS monitored. Morning traffic to enter Guatemala City is something to always have in mind. To calculate your pick up time, please take your flight´s departure time and consider 2 hours prior take off, please also add 1:30hrs “road time” for flights that leave from 5 to 7am or from 11am or later and 2hrs (road time) for flights that leave from 7am to 10am

Immerse yourself in the indigenous cultures of Guatemala visiting the town of Chichicastenango, its lively traditional market and beautiful Lake Atitlan.

Get to know Guatemala's first city, Antigua Guatemala with this shared transfer service. Book now to enjoy a safe and comfortable transportation from Guatemala City through this shuttle service.

Visit our organic, self-sustaining farm located just 15 minutes from the heart of Antigua! Here, you will roast, grind, brew and enjoy a cup of local Guatemalan coffee. Learn about fermentation and drying processes and experience our pulp remover in action during harvesting season. Explore our avocado plantation and make your own guacamole (seasonal) and corn tortillas. Discover the latest honey production technology and learn about the bees' critical role in food production. Learn about sustainable farming principles, including composting, fertilizing, and recycling. During the tour you will also meet the farms newest addition: Our chickens and ducks, producing organic eggs and natural fertilizer for all our plants and trees. Our passionate owner, fluent in English and Spanish, is deeply invested in the tour, offering an engaging and educational experience for all. Join us and learn about the (delicious!) benefits of organic farming! Bring a hat, sunscreen & insect repellent.

Colorful colonial façades and an unparalleled historical legacy await you on this free tour of Antigua Guatemala, a truly captivating city.

Enjoy a thrilling overnight hiking excursion to Acatenango Volcano departing from Antigua. Make your way through scenic trails toward the summit, taste delicious food, and sleep soundly in a cabin.

We will pick you up at your Hotel and the guide will take you around some beautifull towns around Antigua that you probably wouldn't visit without a local guide. There you will try incredible and unique street food dishes made by the locals themselves, each place will be a delicious surprise for you. You will learn about the history and culture of each town you visit. All locations are family businesses with unique recipes. Not recommend for vegetarian, vegans or gluten free.

Discover the best of Antigua Guatemala ​on this guided walking tour of its most emblematic landmarks and delve into the history of the country's former capital.

Experience the beauty of Guatemala from above. Trek from Antigua traveling through La Soledad village and on to Acatenango.

What makes this activity stand out Authentic setting – You cook in the kitchen of a real Guatemalan family, not in a commercial cooking studio. Full cultural immersion – From a colorful chicken bus ride to visiting Antigua’s market, you experience daily life like a local. Hands-on cooking – Guests actively prepare Pepián, handmade tortillas, rice, and the traditional mole dessert. Family connection – Sharing a meal with the hosts creates a warm, memorable cultural exchange. All-in-one experience – Combines a market tour, fruit tasting, cooking class, dessert making, and local transport in one. Unforgettable memories – Learn recipes, take photos, and bring home flavors and stories from Guatemala.

Explore beautiful Lake Atitlan on this tour from Antigua Guatemala and enjoy a boat trip to San Juan La Laguna and discover the region's indigenous cultures!

Discover the hidden treasures of Antigua Guatemala on a guided walking tour. Visit the Church of Mercy, Church of San Francisco, and other sites while hearing about the city's culture and history.

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience, you will learn how to make the Mayan San Antonio Aguas Calientes recipe: An explosion of flavors thanks to Mayan techniques. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

Join us on one of our private day trips from Antigua Guatemala to explore the most beautiful volcanic areas of the country and the deeply rooted local customs.

Embark on a guided ATV tour from Antigua and explore 3 mountain stops with incredible views. Explore the Lord of the Rings-themed eco-park of Hobbitenango and El Hato Mountain, and watch the sunset.

Our adventure starts at 6:00 am with our team picking you up at your hotel. The transportation service included in this tour is private, exclusively for you and your companion or group. All our vehicles are recent models with A/C, reclinable seats, and a cooler on board. The guide will accompany you along the tour to share the fascinating history and secrets of these destinations. The detailed itinerary goes as follows: 07:00 am - Antigua hotel pick up 09:30 am - Arrival at Chichicastenango and tour at the village visiting the following places: Market, churches and typical stores 12:30 pm - Tour ending and free time to have lunch (meal not included in price) 02:00 pm - Transfer from Chichicastenango to Iximche 03:30 pm - Arrival at Mayan ruins and tour 05:00 pm - Transfer from Iximche to Antigua Guatemala 06:30 pm - Arrival at Antigua

On this trekking route up Pacaya volcano, we'll walk around its cone, admire the lava rivers and even toast marshmallows. It'll be a blast!

Discover one of the most beautiful places of Guatemala, with our shuttle service from Guatemala City to Lake Atitlan in Panajachel. Book now, and enjoy a safe comfortable ride with us!

Book a tour, Give hope with Pachamama Tours! Your journey with us supports our local non profit "I Am Hope Guatemala" empowering single mothers and their children in Antigua Guatemala. Explore the heart of Guatemala with our locally owned and operated tours. From thrilling volcanic adventures to convenient transportation services, we offer authentic experiences at competitive prices. If you are Looking for something more personalized? We’ll create a custom itinerary just for you. Join us to make a difference while discovering the wonders of Guatemala!

On this excursion to the Paseo de las Nubes Farm, we'll visit its avocado plantations, greet the friendly llamas and glide on a zip line. Don't miss it!

Start your visit to Guatemala with a private transfer from La Aurora Airport (GUA) to Antigua. Enjoy stunning views as you travel safely in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle.

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.

Join us on this tour of Antigua Guatemala to discover the charms of this city and visit the surrounding colonial villages.

Enjoy a full-day itinerary with local guides that will introduce you to the beauty of Antigua. Visit 4 mountains and a unique Lord of the Rings-themed eco-park.

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.

On this tour of Antigua Guatemala, we'll visit the city's best viewpoints and admire the colonial city surrounded by impressive volcanoes.

Get to know Guatemala's first city, now known as Antigua Guatemala! Book now to enjoy a safe and comfortable transport from Panajachel through our shuttle service!

We created the camp to provide a quality experience with excellent service, as we want our guests to experience the adventure of Acatenango without having a bad time. Our food portions are generously sized and made with sustaining ingredients, as we know firsthand how demanding this adventure is. The camp is new and very well-designed. It's also very well-located, with a surprising view of the the protagonist of this adventure, the Fuego Volcano. Our camp is called IXCANUL, which in the Mayan language refers to the internal force of the mountain, which can erupt at any moment. Our goal is for you to fall in love with our country and make you want to come back again to create unforgettable experiences.

On this buggy tour, we'll explore the hills of Cerro de la Cruz and Cerro Altamira in Antigua Guatemala, and enjoy stunning panoramic views.

Discover Panajachel on Lake Atitlan with the help of this one-way, shared van transfer service from Antigua, Guatemala. Enjoy the convenience of pickup from select hotels in Antigua.

How do locals eat? On this food tour we’ll visit one of Guatemala’s biggest markets to taste some of our famous local “Antojitos” and see the variety and colors of fruits and vegetables on market days. Then a hands on experience of making your own criollo corn tortillas with a delicious traditional lunch.

Ready for a real adventure? On this quad tour of Antigua Guatemala, we'll explore the city's most famous streets in style!

Travel comfortably from Guatemala City Airport to Antigua with a private transfer. Enjoy a stress-free ride in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Explore central Guatemala on a 3-day trip from Antigua. Visit the city of Cobán and hike around the forest of El Biotopo del Quetzal. Spend a day visiting Semuc Champey, with its natural pools, and visit Lanquin Caves to learn about these formations from your expert guide. You’ll also visit Rey Marcos Caves and take a guided exploration of this beautiful cave complex. This 3-day tour is a great way to experience some of Guatemala’s natural beauty in a fun way.

On this tour around museums in Antigua Guatemala, we'll discover the country's history, culture and traditions by admiring works of art from the past.

Create your own piece from start to finish with a jade carving workshop in ANTIGUA. Learn about the cultural and historical significance of jade in Guatemala and take home a unique gemstone.

This is the best sightseeing adventure tour around Antigua! This unique tour is done on Motorcycles were you choose to be a driver or a back seat rider. Visit 5 Mountain attractions  around Antigua and an amazing dirt trail through one of the mountains, which includes El Cerrro de San Cristobal El Alto, an organic farm  that has the best view of the valley. Hobbitenango a unique ¨Hobbitt¨ theme lodge and restaurant located in one of the highest mountain in Antigua, ¨Earth Lodge¨ a relaxing EcoLodge Avocado farm that has unique and wonderful views of the valley, volcanoes, and nature, and finally Santa Maria de Jesus, a completely indigenous village located over a mile above sea level. There are plenty of stops to grab a drink, snacks and food, the tour covers about 50 km of riding all over the valley. The last stop of the tour is ¨El Cerro¨ de La Cruz the most popular landmark of antigua for a great aerial view of Antigua and the villages around the valley.

On this tour of the Finca La Zotea coffee farm, we'll learn about the production process of this popular drink and, of course, enjoy a tasting!

Embark on a guided trek to the Pacaya Volcano, where you will see the stony ashes and lava at the summit. Admire the views of the surrounding lowlands and forests.

If you want to discover that Antigua´s charm relies on its hardworking and smiley people, their products and traditions… This is the adventure to go for!!  In this 5 hour tour through Antigua´s surroundings, you will experience the art of Chocolate Beverage, Coffee and its cultivation and Process, Macadamia Nuts and all its products, Monuments and Museums, Local Handicrafts Markets and More. This attraction operates from Monday to Saturday, all mornings. Join our well experienced team at the comfort of our vans and let´s learn and have fun together. 

On this 2-day trekking tour on the Acatenango volcano we'll reach the summit of one of the highest peaks in Guatemala, as well as camp in the middle of nature!

Take Photos of yourself walking among Petrified Lava Rivers, cook Marshmallows at the Volcano, and enjoy amazing views from one of the 3 Active Volcanoes in Guatemala. Short tour of around 6 hours.

“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.