Top Experiences in Church of San Francisco (Iglesia de San Francisco)

“A Day in Antigua: The Complete Walking Tour” is a one-day immersive experience that takes you on a journey through the historic city of Antigua, Guatemala. The itinerary includes visits to some of the most iconic landmarks and cultural sites, including the Iglesia Católica San Francisco el Grande, Antigua Guatemala Central Park, Santa Catalina Arch, Luna de Miel, Iglesia de la Merced, Convento Capuchinas, Jade Maya, and Hill of the Cross. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Antigua’s rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural heritage while taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of the city. Join us for a memorable and educational day in Antigua.

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

A unique experience in which clients will take with them one of the best memories of their lives, in which we will see monuments and take away new tips from highly recommended travelers. During the tour we will start in the central square of Antigua Guatemala, we will get to know
Cathedral Facade
General Captaincy Palace
Fountain of the mermaids
St. Peter's Church
Public Laundries
Church of San Francisco
Jade Museum
Hotel Santo Domingo
Church of Mercy
Arch Street

You will enjoy the most charming spots of Antigua Guatemala in an authentic and fun way, exploring across its cobblestone streets and enjoying the color and tastes of our culture. You will visit ruins of convents and churches, old colonial houses, emblematic parks, and beautiful markets, accompanied by a local guide.

At Avem Travel we offer complete private tours and travel experiences in Guatemala that are unique and suited to our travelers' needs. In this Private Antigua Guatemala Walking Tour, like no other, you'll walk around the cobblestone streets as you discover the most emblematic landmarks in this beautiful colonial city.

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Discover the history and beauty of one of the Americas’ oldest cities on this sightseeing day tour from Guatemala City to Antigua! On this 8-hour tour, visit top attractions like the Museo del Jade (Jade Museum), La Merced Church, Calle del Arco, Santo Domingo Monastery, San Francisco Church and a coffee plantation. Enjoy fabulous views of Antigua from Cerro de la Cruz, and learn the history of this historical city from your expert guide.

See the sights of Antigua City, coffee farm, shopping, volcanoes and colonial architecture during this 6-hour tour. Get you onboard your air conditioned transportation at the port and your exploration of Guatemala begins. As you head towards Antigua City, your guide will give you interesting information not only about the city but also his native Guatemala, the cultural and history. You will pass the beautiful countryside with views of the famous volcanoes. During this excursion you will have a lot of photo opportunities

Experience Guatemala’s mixture of Spanish and Mayan influences on this full-day tour of Iximché and Antigua. Learn about Mayan history from your knowledgeable guide as you explore the archeological site of Iximché. Then, head to the Spanish colonial city of Antigua to visit some of its most famous sites, including San Francisco Church, Calle del Arco, La Merced Church and Plaza Central. This day tour is perfect for the whole family!

Antigua Guatemala is a city that once was the Capital of the Whole Central America.
In this tour you'll travel back in time to the XV through XVII century, with its cobblestone streets, catholic churches and convents, unique monuments and gastronomy.
Today we enjoy all that heritage, join us.

Evening sightseeing and local food-tasting tour of Antigua, Guatemala UNESCO World Heritage–listed as Central America’s most beautiful Colonial City— is one of our favorites

On this tour you will learn about Antigua ,Guatemala through gastronomy. This five-hour tour of the colonial city visits the different areas of culinary culture and explains the eating habits of the Guatemalans specially of the Antigueños and the history behind them.

Cycle around the iconic Arch street and marvel at Palacio de los Capitanes Learn about Antigua history, culture, architecture and culinary prowess. Take in beautiful night time city views. Stop at a local eatery to enjoy foods famous in the city and in the region.

Along the way your local host will show you the highlights of the city, share the history of Antigua and the secrets only a local can know.

To end this amazing experience we will stop by the Antigua Brewing Company to taste the best Antigua crafted beers.

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.

Board your AC minivan to enjoy a scenic 90-minutes narrated drive to Antigua through Guatemala's Pacific Plains cultivated with sugar cane. Then the route climbs and the landscape transforms to volcanic scenery and magnificent arabica coffee farms as you approach to La Antigua declared a “World Heritage Site” by UNESCO. Upon arrival comfort stop and panoramic of La Merced Church from where we walk to visit the Central Plaza and its surroundings. After the Plaza a typical lunch is served at a one prestigious Restaurant. In the afternoon visit to the Museum Hotel Casa Santo Domingo a restored Monastery that now houses a five-star Hotel, Convention Center, its own archaelogical site, plus 7 Museums. Our last stop will be the Jade Museum & Factory maybe the newest and oldest industry of today's Guatemala to learn how a precious stone captivaded a whole culture and how today is transformed into masterpieces. Time for purchasing. Then Drive back to pier. End of services.

Be picked up from your Guatemala city hotel to be transfered to the city known for many as the colonial jewel of the Americas, wich today is called La Antigua. After a 1 hour drive with a profesional driver, you will enjoy the beauty, the historical past and active present in this cultural walk and appreciate the colonial city’s monuments. Explore sites like Casa Santo Domingo Hotel-Restaurant and Cultural Center, the Mayan Jade Museum and Factory, San Francisco Church, the Central Plaza with sourounding monuments like General Captains Palace, Cathedral Ruins and why not the Old Jail in the Ayuntamiento today’s City Hall. Return to Guatemala City in between 6 or 7 PM. 

Lets immerse ourselves in the diversity of local Antigua culture. Antigua, Guatemala dates back to 1543 and was the second capital of the Spanish colony. The nearly 500-year-old city is cradled by three volcanoes and accented with colorful facades of 16th century mansions. We we will visit ancient buildings that once were convents, monasteries, and churches, becoming this a beautiful introduction to the Guatemalan lifestyle and culture.
Our wonderful day around Antigua will be memorable and you will get a great orientation visiting San Francisco church, Parque Central, Santo Domingo, La Merced church, the street with the famous Santa Catalina Arch. We will also pass-thru some of our favorite spots, we will have time to enjoy local coffee, hot chocolate or refreshing sample beer. Be ready to fall in love with our little city.

Immerse yourself in Guatemala’s fascinating history and beautiful scenery on this 8-day tour. See some of Guatemala’s best-known destinations as you take a city sightseeing tour around Antigua, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Atitlan, visit the Mayan ruins of Yaxha and Tikal, hike up Pacaya Volcano and more. This all-inclusive tour includes transportation and overnight accommodation, making it a convenient way to get the most out of your trip to Guatemala!

Discover the history and beauty of one of the oldest cities in the Americas on this day tour of Antigua! Visit the Museo del Jade (Jade Museum), La Merced Church, Calle del Arco, Santo Domingo Monastery, San Francisco Church and a coffee plantation on this 8-hour tour. Admire stunning views of Antigua from Cerro de la Cruz, and learn the history of this interesting city from your expert guide.

See Guatemala’s mixture of Mayan and Spanish influences on this 8-hour tour from Guatemala City to the Iximché ruins and the city of Antigua. Learn about Mayan history from your expert guide as you explore the archeological site of Iximché. Then, move on to the Spanish colonial city of Antigua, where you’ll see some of its most famous sites, including San Francisco Church, Calle del Arco, La Merced Church and Plaza Central. This historical day trip is perfect for the whole family!

Beauty and history are together in one of the oldest cities of the Americas.  Your full-day excursion includes stops at some of the colonial town’s main attractions, including the Museo del Jade, La Merced Church , Las Capuccinas Convent. Take in epic views of the city from Cerro de la Cruz and learn about this colorful city.