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7-Day Adventure in Antigua Guatemala

Anthony Fallas

Anthony Fallas

16 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the captivating city of Antigua Guatemala. Explore ancient convents, visit stunning churches, immerse yourself in the local culture, and marvel at the breathtaking views from the Hill of the Cross. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Antigua Guatemala

Day 1
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$45

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$ 6

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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La Union Spanish School
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
13 - 20 min

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Convento la Recoleccion
17th-century Catholic church & monastery in a city setting, with open cloisters & many ruined walls.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Sanctuary of Saint Philip of Jesus
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
13 - 16 min

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Hill of the Cross
Elevated spot with a 1930s cross & sweeping views, including an unobstructed view of Volcan Agua.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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$5
13 - 20 min

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La Antigua Galería de Arte
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Santa Catalina Arch
Colorful landmark archway dating to the 1600s & topped by a clock built in the 1800s.
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
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$8
Day 2
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$43

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$ 6

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Antigua Guatemala Central Park
Simple gathering spot with trees, a central fountain & benches, plus nearby vendors & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
6 - 8 min

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Iglesia de la Merced
Iconic church dating to 1767 featuring an ornate yellow facade & adjacent convent ruins.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$10
14 - 21 min

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San Francisco the Great Sanctuary
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 3
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$30

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$ 6

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Museo Casa Del Tejido Antiguo
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
23 - 28 min

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MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Palacio del Ayuntamiento
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Mercado de Artesanias El Carmen
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
Day 4
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$40

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Holy Week Museum
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
8 - 11 min

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Convento Capuchinas
Ruins of an 18th-century nunnery, with a church, courtyards, a tower & some of the nuns' cells.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$15
6 - 9 min

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Antigua, Guatemala Cathedral
Ruins of a 16th-century cathedral largely destroyed by earthquake in 1773 & only partially rebuilt.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
4 - 6 min

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Convento Santa Clara
Remains of a large religious complex from the early 1700s featuring a church with an ornate facade.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$8
Day 5
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$43

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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El Calvario Church
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$5
8 - 11 min

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Iglesia Escuela de Cristo
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Museo del Hermano Pedro
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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Casa de los Gigantes
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Museo de Arte Colonial
Charming museum with a diverse collection of Latin American colonial art, sculpture & furniture.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
Day 6
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$33

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$ 8

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Florencia Ecological Park
Sprawling, verdant park offering numerous outdoor activities, including camping, hiking & swimming.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
18 - 22 min

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La Montaña de Utiw
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
Day 7
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$28

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$ 6

Antigua Guatemala

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 54 min

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Museo Efrain Recinos
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
44 - 53 min

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Agua Volcano
A local landmark, this 11,500-foot stratovolcano features a summit crater accessible via hike.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $289 In total

Activities & Food:$260
Transport:$29