Top Central Highlands Food Tours

If you like unpopular tours for small groups to trully learn about Antigua culinary history based on your expectations this is your food tour. This is a mix of our local top picks of street food hidden gems, and must places to trully immerse in our Guatemalan food community We don't have a standard list of places since we always tailor every food tour from our local perspective and top picks. But it will always include 6 to 7 food stops and almost 10 food/beverage tastings. That we know you'll like. Please once you request your booking let us know your expectations. Thanks for choosing us!

We'll pick you up at your hotel and the guide will take you through some neighborhoods in 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.

Dine your way through the town of Antigua, known for its local take on baroque architecture, complete with cobblestoned streets, with this small-group food tour. You'll visit a variety of restaurants, tasting around 10 different items as your guide introduces you to Antigua's culinary scene and the chefs and restaurant owners behind it.

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 Antigüeños 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 return to the CA Travelers' office to taste traditional Guatemalan candies. The tour require a minimum of 3.

Join us on our delightful Street Food Walking Tour through as we take you to explore all our favorite places in Antigua. We truly believe getting to know our culture through gastronomy; by tasting food creations influenced over thousand years as proof of our Maya root's richness, its the best way and a guaranteed method to fall in love with Guatemala. Let's have fun exploring our vibrant market, savoring exotic seasonal fruits and satisfy your craving with Guatemalan sweets. Along the way, discover details about Antigua's history, enjoy the World Heritage charming colonial town, 17th-century buildings and admire views of the surrounding volcanoes. Our journey begins at Casa Mandarina, a cozy and welcoming traditional colonial house. From where we'll dive into the heart of Antigua's vibrant food culture. The Itinerary focuses on providing a balance between traditional and modern influences. Enjoy a variety of salty and sweet samples as we explore multiple spots around the city.

Learn how to prepare chocolate desserts in the country that does it best during a 2-hour workshop at the ChocoMuseum in Antigua. Learn all about the chocolate making process from cacao bean to candy bar. Afterwards, with the help of an instructor, prepare your own creations. Take home 120g of your handmade desserts to share with friends or, more likely, devour all on your own.

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 ever you want to eat delicious food but also want to learn how to prepare it, we offers very fun cooking workshops options.

Experience some of the culinary gems hidden throughout the quaint, cobblestone streets of Antigua, Guatemala. Indulge in 9+ tastings and learn all of the interesting, inspiring and sometimes funny stories of the owners and chefs who strive to bring quality cuisine to locals and visitors alike. This tour is sure to be your most memorable and palatable immersion into this city's vibrant food scene. Let your appetites guide you on this must-do flavor adventure!

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.

Over 14+ tastings, we'll explore Antigua, slipping between colonial streets, sizzling street carts and neighbourhood eateries to discover the city locals know. Tackle a gloriously messy shuco, unwrap pork tamales and chuchitos, and sit down to three of Guatemala's great traditional stews: pepián, jocón and pulique. Along the way, trace ancient Maya ingredients through handmade tortillas, warming corn atol and velvety Guatemalan hot chocolate before crossing illuminated Parque Central for plantains in cacao-rich mole. Four hours, 14+ tastings. See Antigua's culinary scene through the eyes of a local tastemaker host.

Gain an in-depth insight into the history, culture, and politics of Guatemala while exploring several Antigua highlights on this half-day walking tour. Food markets can be overwhelming and confusing, so take advantage of your guide’s presence and the small group size to learn about and sample the foodstuffs on offer, something you couldn’t do if visiting alone.

Over 14+ tastings, we'll eat our way through the street carts, neighbourhood eateries and traditional kitchens that reveal Antigua beyond its postcard-perfect façades. Taste handmade tortillas, pork tamales, messy shucos and three of Guatemala's great traditional stews - pepián, jocón and pulique. Between bites, wander cobbled streets and earthquake-scarred ruins, sample locally grown volcanic coffee and raid an old-fashioned sweet shop for Guatemalan treats. Four hours, 14+ tastings and centuries of Maya and Spanish culinary history — one seriously delicious introduction to Antigua.

Chateau Defay Vineyard Founded in Guatemala generations ago by a family of passionate winegrowers, Chateau Defay is much more than just a vineyard: it is a legacy steeped in love for the land and dedication to wine. From the meticulous harvest to the delicate fermentation, each step of the process is a true masterpiece.

Fast-track your Zone 4 culinary journey! Designed specifically for travelers on a short visit, skip the guesswork on this curated tour of 5 award-winning restaurants in the city's most vibrant neighborhood. Led by a local photographer and friend to the chefs, you'll enjoy a leisurely two-block stroll, tasting the absolute best in one seamless evening. Have a light breakfast and be ready for Dinner at 5:30 pm.

See what goes into making cocktails and learn some tricks of the trade in the process on this small-group tour in Antigua. You'll visit some of the best spots in town to try cocktails and learn from expert bartenders about how a number of tasty drinks are created. As an added bonus, you'll get to sample these boozy creations.

Discover the labyrinthine stalls and vibrant culture of Antigua’s local market on this colorful culture and cuisine tour. Learn about the importance of the market to the Guatemalan culture as you wander through the different parts of the market, from local crafts and flowers to food, trying tropical fruit and sweets as you go. You’ll also have the chance to make your own tortillas, before visiting a local lunch spot (at own cost).

Our Tipsy Tour is the first and the best of its kind. For from a bar crawl, our tour elevates your night out on the town, with custom curated Cocktails, made by some of the top mixologists in the country. Take a tipsy stroll with us as we introduce you to some of the most sensational sips in Antigua Guatemala. Cruise the cobblestones as we guide you to the best cocktail bars, lounges and hidden speakeasys, where highly awarded mixologist in Guatemala will be pouring lovely libations for you. This experience is sure to quinch your thirst and taste buds as we indulge in a couple of food pairings on this Tipsy Tour. Walk Sip and repeat. It's that time....time to get Tipsy!

An orientation walk through the Antigua Market to experience and meet the community. Lead by an English speaking guide who lives in Antigua. This is not your average walking tour. While not led by someone born in the market, your guide is deeply connected to the people who were — offering an insider-style introduction to one of Antigua’s most vibrant communities. The market is more than buying and selling; it’s daily life in motion from before sunrise. This experience explores areas that bring the market to life: meats, seafood, fruits and vegetables, chicken buses, clothing, incense, floral stalls, hardware, kitchenware, artisan goods, food courts, ceviche spots, and more. Meet vendors, learn local rhythms, and experience the culture behind the stalls.