Sacatepéquez, Guatemala

Antigua

Antigua Guatemala's grid of pastel houses, ruined churches and the Santa Catalina Arch sits beneath three volcanoes.

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The city on foot

Antigua was the capital of Spanish Central America until earthquakes in 1773. Its ruins and colonial buildings are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The town is small, flat and cobbled.

What makes Antigua distinctive

  • Santa Catalina Arch
  • Colonial ruins
  • Volcanoes
  • Holy Week processions

Walking tours in Antigua

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Centro

    The grid.

  • San Felipe

    North of town.

  • Jocotenango

    Next door.

Free self-guided walk

Arch, churches and ruins

A free self-guided walk in Antigua, from the Parque Central under the Santa Catalina Arch to La Merced and the ruins.

1 km · 4 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Centro

    Around the square.

  2. Cerro de la Cruz

    Uphill path.

  3. Ruins

    Between churches.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat, cobbled.

  • Altitude

    About 1,500 metres.

  • Safety

    Take advice on Cerro de la Cruz.

When to visit

  • November to April

    Dry season.

  • Holy Week

    Famous processions.

  • May to October

    Rain.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By road

    About an hour from Guatemala City airport.

Local transport

  • On foot

    The town is walkable.

  • Tuk-tuks

    Common.

Questions travellers ask about Antigua

How many days do I need?

Two or three days.

Can I hike a volcano?

Yes, Pacaya and Acatenango tours.

What is Semana Santa?

Holy Week, with carpets of flowers.

Antigua: Antigua Walking Tour
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A colonial town ringed by volcanoes

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.