Top Central Highlands Historical Tours

Take a walking tour through Antigua without worrying about being corralled into shops by signing up for this tour. You'll visit and learn about the city's numerous historic landmarks and gain insight into the history of the area since pre-Colombian times. And if you do want to shop, your guide will take you to a shopping area after the tour is over.

Uncover the highlights of Guatemala City on a private tailor-made tour with a local guide. A great way to ensure you’re focusing on what interests you, your support team will help put together your dream itinerary for exploring Guatemala’s capital city. Customized to your group, you can choose from half-day or full-day tours, evening pub crawls, historical walking tours, food tours, or even shopping tours around the city’s different malls.

Ideal for curious travelers looking for history, culture, local perspective and a more authentic connection with Guatemala. Comfortable transportation, safe exploration, local insight and a personalized, relaxed experience through the history, culture and everyday life of Guatemala City. Born and raised in Guatemala, I guide travelers from Europe, the United States and Latin America across the country, sharing local stories, traditions and perspectives beyond the typical tourist experience. As someone who has worked in Alaska's salmon fishing industry and traveled extensively, I enjoy connecting travelers with the authentic side of Guatemala through real conversations, local insight and meaningful cultural experiences beyond the usual tourist route. This tour combines history, architecture and authentic culture with the comfort of exploring the city alongside a passionate local guide. A memorable introduction to one of Central America's most unique and misunderstood capitals

Experience Guatemala City through the eyes of a local on this half-day historic and cultural tour of Guatemala’s capital city. A great way to squeeze plenty of sightseeing into half a day, you'll visit museums, markets, a cathedral, the palace, and the historical center. If you’re really short on time, you can even arrange for your private driver to pick you up or drop you off at Guatemala City La Aurora Airport.

You will learn about the history, culture, myths, and curiosities of this beautiful city, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979. La Antigua Guatemala was the Capital of Central America for more than 200 years. During the tour, you will learn all about that era and the current moment. We will visit the iconic monuments of the area entertainingly, as you will be accompanied by a certified guide who speaks Spanish and English throughout the tour. It will be a pleasure to share with you the history that surrounds La Antigua Guatemala, a city frozen in time.

Discover a fantastical world of hobbit houses, amazing nature, panoramic volcano views, and crumbling palaces and churches on this fun-filled day trip to Hobbitenango and Antigua. Combining the natural beauty and inspired architecture of Hobbitenango with the fascinating history and faded grandeur of the old Spanish capital, this private day trip is a great way to maximize your time in Guatemala.

Stroll through the narrow streets of Antigua on a small-group walking tour that takes in key monuments, from colonial-era churches to Maya treasures made from precious jade. At each stop, you'll get the fascinating backstory behind such landmarks—including historical tidbits you might otherwise miss. Plus, you'll get a great introduction to the city itself, spanning cobblestone streets with volcano views and a walled convent.

Step onto the cobblestone streets of colonial Antigua on a walking tour that helps you get your bearings in the city's charming center. Stroll the streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and navigate between landmarks such as Ayuntamiento (City Hall Palace) and the Palace of the Captain’s General without worrying about getting lost. Plus, exploring on foot lets you stop more regularly for photos and questions than if you were traveling by vehicle.

Get to know one of the oldest cities in the Americas on this full-day tour from Guatemala City. Take in all the highlights of the colonial-era town, including the Jade Museum, La Merced Church, and the Arch of Santa Catalina, plus enjoy magnificent views from the hilltop Cerro de la Cruz. Along the way, tour a local coffee plantation and taste Guatemalan coffee.

Get a more intimate glimpse into the colonial richness of Antigua’s culture on a private walking tour that offers a great introduction for first-time visitors. You’ll visit a diverse mix of cobblestone streets, colonial churches, vibrant markets and volcanic backdrops on this tour, which you can customize to cover the things that interest you the most. Plus, the short duration of this tour makes it ideal if you’re short on time.

Spend a day on the shores of Lake Atitlan with this private tour from Antigua. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you through the highlands, with stops at viewpoints along the way. You'll then take a group boat tour from the town of Panajachel to the Mayan villages of San Juan, San Pedro, and Santiago, heading back to Antigua at the end of the day.

This Antigua Guatemala walking tour offers an authentic and well-contextualized experience, guided by a local expert who combines history, culture and colonial architecture in a dynamic and accessible tour. Unlike generic tours, this tour prioritizes understanding the destination, connecting each historical point with the current life of the city. The tour takes place in small groups or in private mode, allowing a more personalized experience, with enough time for questions, photographs and local recommendations. The rhythm is comfortable and designed to enjoy Antigua walking, without hurry and with clear explanations. It is an ideal choice for first-time travelers who want a complete introduction, as well as for those who seek to understand Guatemala’s colonial and cultural heritage in a close and professional way.

Experience Antigua through its rich Maya heritage on a small-group walking tour exploring cultural sites and living traditions. This excursion takes an in-depth approach that goes beyond typical sightseeing—from a Maya altar atop Cerro de la Cruz to a cooperative market where artisans showcase hand-made textiles, masks, ceramics, and more.

Delve into Guatemala’s rich history with a private guided tour to two significant cultural sights: Chichicastenango and Iximche. Start with a walking tour of Chichicastenango’s huge outdoor market and 400-year-old churches, then visit the Iximche archaeological site to learn about the historic Mayan city that became Guatemala’s first Spanish capital. Hotel pickup and private transport are included for a seamless experience.

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All places have legends and Antigua Guatemala is no exception. On this tour you will hear the most famous and dark legends of the city and Guatemala, while we walk the cobblestone streets and visit iconic places: such as: The Church of Mercy The Arch of Saint Catherine Central Park The Union Tank The tour is only for the brave and history lovers, as we will walk through the streets of the city that was once the capital of Guatemala. Among the Legends to tell are: "The cadejo" a dog that can protect you or chase you to bite you. "The carriage of death" a carriage that leaves at night. "La llorona" the story of a woman who lost her children. "La Tatuana" a witch who lived in Antigua Guatemala. "The legend of the Owl" mysterious animal for the Mayans. and many more. We will start the tour at 6:30 in the afternoon and end at 8:30 at night.

More than history: an experience that is lived. What makes our tour unique is the combination of living history, personalized attention and outdoor adventure. Antigua Guatemala is not just a colonial city – it’s a scenario that comes to life with the narration of our professional guides, who accompany you on a bilingual tour full of context, anecdotes and details that you won’t find in a printed guide. Walk along cobblestone streets, discover iconic monuments and hidden corners, and feel the past come alive around you. Then you’ll change your pace to explore the magical world of Hobbitenango, a fantasy eco-park nestled in the mountains, on your own. We coordinate your transfer to and from Antigua, and you decide how to live your adventure. Designed for small groups, this tour is ideal for friends, couples or families looking for an authentic experience, balancing culture, history and nature in one unforgettable day.

Get to know the largest city of Central America, inhabited by the ancient Mayans in Kaminaljuyu and the former fourth capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala during the Spanish Colony. Get to know Guatemala City by a panoramic tour from the vehicle at Americas Avenue, Reforma Avenue, the Civic Center, and the Historic Centre, with guided walks at Berlin Square, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the main square, the downtown market, and the Sixth Avenue pass. If there is an activity or an attraction your are looking for, such as a museum, a market, an archeaological site, we can adjust the schedule with prior notice.

I have decided to make the bicycle my means of transportation in my daily life, so I have been able to get to know the city in detail and it is precisely what I invite you to know: a green, modern, cosmopolitan and super important, historical city. In addition to being a bicycle and nature enthusiast, I am a general history lover and a superhost with more than 1,200 reviews on Airbnb, so I would like to share with you my experience, as well as relevant data from both Guatemala and all the countries represented in squares. In addition, I studied tourism business administration at university, so I plan to put all my academic and professional experience at your service. The cycle path will take us to places full of nature and historical value. Join us!

Walk through Guatemala city to see all the sites, and also travel like a local on the public bus, with help from your local guide. Together with your small-group, you’ll visit prominent places like The Constitution Plaza, The Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago of Guatemala, and more, plus stopping at historic houses like Pavon House in San Martin for the chance to purchase a Guatemalan coffee.

Lake Atitlan is one of Guatemala’s most popular attractions—and for good reason. Surrounded by volcanoes, the ancient caldera lake is mesmerizing in its beauty, while the villages that line its shores are all unique and fascinating. Perfect for travelers who have limited time, this small-group day tour from Antigua is a great way to squeeze in the highlights of the lake while delving deeper into the colorful local culture.

As one of the largest cities in Central America, Guatemala City can be intimidating to tackle on your own. This guided tour removes the challenge and introduces you to Guatemala City highlights in just a few hours: check out colonial homes, theaters, churches, and more, all with the benefit of a guide to tell you about the sights as you pass.

The gem of Guatemala, Lake Atitlan is a crater lake surrounded by volcanoes and a living hub of Mayan cultures. Visiting on a day trip from Guatemala City simplifies transportation to this highland destination and lets you see the best of the lake in just a day—a difficult feat to accomplish on your own. This tour includes stops at top Lake Atitlan sites including the busy town of Panajachel and small villages like San Juan.