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The 15 Best Things to Do in Antigua Guatemala

162 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $23

Antigua Guatemala is small enough to walk and busy enough to fill a week. The 15 below run from the ruined convents and the coffee fincas to the volcano shuttles that leave the central park before dawn.

From Antigua: Adventure, 2-Day Hiking to Acatenango Volcano - The 4.5 to 6-hour climb: steep, dusty, and serious
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From Antigua: Adventure, 2-Day Hiking to Acatenango Volcano

1.Adventure, 2-Day Hiking to Acatenango Volcano

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,189 reviews · 2 days · from $54Our pick

Acatenango Volcano from Antigua is a tough, rewarding 2-day hike with starry camp nights, sunrise views, and eruptions of Volcán de Fuego.

“I loved the whole activity - it was intense, but so beautiful. I’m happy with how everything was arranged and provided for us.”

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From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish - Meeting the local guide at the trailhead
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From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish

2.Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 930 reviews · 6 hours · from $23Best value

Hike Pacaya from Antigua with a bilingual guide, volcanic views, lava fields, steam vents, and marshmallows for $23 plus entry.

“We had an incredible time hiking up Pacaya! The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the hike. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and the best part was getting to roast marshmallows over the volcanic heat it such a unique and unforgettable experience!”

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From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek - The Pacaya trail through pine forest
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From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek

3.Pacaya Volcano Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 798 reviews · 6 hours · from $23

Hike Pacaya Volcano from Antigua through pine forest and volcanic ash, with lava views, volcano-heated marshmallows, guides, and hotel transfers.

“It was a bit confusing when multiple transportation companies pulled up at a meeting point at the same time without signage. People crowded around the various agents holding clipboards and scrambled trying to hear the names. Signs would have greatly helped.”

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Antigua Cultural Walking Tour - Santa Catalina Arch explains convent life
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Antigua Cultural Walking Tour

4.Antigua Cultural Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 725 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $35

Explore Antigua’s churches, ruins, convents and Maya jade traditions on a three-hour small-group walking tour with local tips.

“Roberto is a very interesting and animated guide. We learned a lot about the history of Antigua. He clearly loves and knows his town well. ¡Muchas gracias!”

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Antigua, Guatemala: Volcano Acatenango Overnight Hiking - The five to seven hour climb up Acatenango
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Antigua, Guatemala: Volcano Acatenango Overnight Hiking

5.Volcano Acatenango Overnight Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 645 reviews · 2 days · from $90

Review of Antigua’s Acatenango overnight hike, with lava views, sunrise, basecamp cabins, meals, costs, gear tips, and honest difficulty advice.

“Our guides Aiden and Alex were amazing! We took regular breaks on the way up and they made us delicious food at the top! The hike is tough but if you’ve done any hikes in Patagonia for example then we found those to be harder. Take note that the toilet is a hole in the ground with no toilet paper or anywhere to wash your hands, so advice would be take enough toilet paper with you and some hand wipes! The a-frame cabins are equipped with 4 single mattresses on the floor which we shared with another couple. It was warm enough for the majority of the night but before…”

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Hike to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua - Horses offer relief, but get the price clear first
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Hike to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua

6.Hike to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 502 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $35

Review of the Pacaya Volcano hike from Antigua, including steep trails, lava fields, costs, transport, gear, horses, and practical tips.

“The coolest experience! Very steep during the way up, there are breaks every now and then. Views are beautiful. Ervin was the best tour guide and was so kind and knowledgeable about everything on the trail!”

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Antigua ATV Sunset Tour - Riding from Antigua toward the hills
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Antigua ATV Sunset Tour

7.Antigua ATV Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 488 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $65Top rated

Ride an ATV through Antigua’s mountain towns, visit Cerro de la Cruz and Hobbitenango, and watch sunset views for $65.

“Had a great time! The guide was great! I definitely recommend to take this tour. It was def worth the money”

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Antigua Guatemala: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour - Starting at La Merced Church
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Antigua Guatemala: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

8.City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 462 reviews · 2h 30m · from $25

See Antigua’s churches, ruins, markets, and colonial landmarks with a small-group guide, plus practical tips for food, museums, and local sights.

“Luis was fantastic! Very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great orientation to the city.”

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Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua - Choosing between pepián, jocón, and more
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Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua

9.Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $89

Learn to cook classic Guatemalan dishes with local chefs in Antigua, then enjoy your meal on a rooftop terrace with volcano views.

“My husband and I had such a great time - beyond our expectations! The food was delicious, we learned some new cooking tips, and the atmosphere was fun and relaxed. Would definitely recommend!”

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FROM ANTIGUA, ROUND TRIP: EXPLORING THE VILLAGES OF LAKE ATITLÁN. - The 5:30 a.m. start and the road to the lake
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FROM ANTIGUA, ROUND TRIP: EXPLORING THE VILLAGES OF LAKE ATITLÁN.

Antigua ATV Coffee tour - The ride to Jocotenango and Finca La Azotea
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Antigua ATV Coffee Tour

11.Antigua ATV Coffee Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 380 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $52

Ride an ATV from Antigua to Finca La Azotea, learn how coffee is made, taste local coffee and chocolate, and see Cerro de la Cruz.

“We LOVED our tour with Lestler. He was such a great guide, explaining to us many things about the town of Antigua and the process of coffee making. This was my first time on an atv and I felt in security driving in the streets with him guiding us. Would recommend!”

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Acatenango Volcano Overnight Tour - Day one: the long climb to base camp
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Acatenango Volcano Overnight Tour

13.Acatenango Volcano Overnight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 358 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $119

Review of OX Expeditions’ Acatenango overnight hike from Antigua, including costs, itinerary, gear, guides, difficulty, Fuego add-on, and practical tips.

“Absolutely incredible experience. The hike is very challenging, especially if you don’t want a porter to carry your luggage, but it is worth it. The views are amazing and we were looked after extremely well.”

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Antigua ATV Mountain Adventure - Cerro de la Cruz: Antigua, volcanoes, and a quick orientation
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Antigua ATV Mountain Adventure

14.Antigua ATV Mountain Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 358 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $69

Review of Antigua’s ATV Mountain Adventure, with volcano views, Hobbitenango, chocolate tasting, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“This was one of the best tours we’ve done in Guatemala. Our guide, Eric, was amazing. We’ll be back to do another tour.”

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Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Antigua - Starting with a cacao pod and a raw bean
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Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Antigua

15.Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

Learn to roast cacao, make chocolate drinks, and create a 90-gram chocolate bar at ChocoMuseo Antigua in this fun two-hour workshop.

“It was such an amazing activity to with the kids. Jocelyne made it so fun and energetic. We came out of there not only with a yummy chocolate bar but with a lot of knowledge!”

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