Church of San Francisco (Iglesia de San Francisco) Tours and Tickets

Discover Antigua Guatemala with elegance and intention. Step into a classic electric car and explore this UNESCO World Heritage City in comfort and style. Guided by a local expert, you will visit iconic landmarks such as Central Park, San José Cathedral, Santa Catarina Arch, La Merced Church, and Cerro de la Cruz - each revealing the history and spirit that define Antigua. Your journey ends at San Francisco El Grande Church. More than a tour - it is the escence of Antigua

Discover Antigua Guatemala on this half-day guided tour. Known for its Spanish colonial buildings, the city used to be Guatemala’s capital. On this tour, learn about its history and visit sites like Las Capuchinas, an 18th-century convent that’s a popular tourist attraction, and La Merced, which is notable thanks to its baroque style and bright yellow facade. Other stops include the Casa Santo Domingo Museum where you can appreciate the city’s history—from the Mayan culture to modern times.

Take a tour from Guatemala City that showcases the mix of Spanish and Mayan traditions that have influenced this incredible nation. Journey into the Iximche ruins—one of Guatemala’s most famous archeological sites—with a guide for extra insight, and then make your way to the Spanish colonial town of Antigua. Follow your expert guide to all of the highlights without having to navigate, including churches, plazas, and shops.

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.

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.

Antigua Guatemala is a city that once was the capital of Central America. With its cobblestone streets, Catholic churches such as Iglesia de La Merced and convents, unique monuments, and gastronomy, you'll travel back in time to the 15th through the 17th centuries on this all-day guided tour from Guatemala City with hotel pickup included.

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.

Visit several Antigua highlights in one convenient walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors or those with limited time in the region. There’s no need to worry about getting lost or overlooking lesser-known spots, as your guide will escort you from point to point, providing context for each attraction along the way.

Explore the fascinating Spanish and Mayan history of Guatemala on this family-friendly 8-hour tour to Iximché and colonial Antigua. Wander the atmospheric archaeological site of Iximché to discover the history of the Mayans. Then head to Antigua, former colonial capital, where you’ll visit the San Francisco Church, Calle del Arco, La Merced Church and the central plaza. Your excursion also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, a guide and all entrance fees.

Antigua is the great colonial capital that Spain walked away from. After the 1773 earthquake the crown moved the government to modern Guatemala City and left the ruined city behind. The people who could not afford to follow stayed and kept living among the broken vaults, and that is why the baroque city still stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This self-guided audio walk follows that one idea across ten stops: the plaza Spain ran Central America from, a cathedral that is a working church and an open-air ruin at once, the yellow Santa Catalina Arch built so cloistered nuns could cross the street unseen, the monasteries of La Merced, Capuchinas and Santo Domingo, and the tomb of Hermano Pedro, the first saint of Central America. Because it is self-guided, the walk is yours. Start whenever you like, go at your own pace, pause to eat, skip a stop or replay one. No group, no fixed departure, no tip pressure. Narrated in English and Spanish, it works offline and is yours to keep.

Antigua was built on a fault line, and its colonial builders learned the hard way what stands up and what falls down. Major earthquakes in 1717, 1751, and finally 1773 brought the great churches down one by one, and in between the builders worked out a structural language now called Barroco Antigueno, or Earthquake Baroque. This self-guided audio walk teaches you to read it across nine stops: the cathedral whose tall slim columns did not survive, the arcade that spreads its load across many small spans, the Santa Catalina Arch and its lesson in compression, La Merced with its two-metre walls and stucco skin, the circular tower of Capuchinas built with no corners for the shaking, and Santa Clara, where half the cloister fell and half still stands. Because it is self-guided, the walk is yours. Start whenever you like, go at your own pace, skip a stop or replay one. No group, no fixed departure, no tip pressure. Narrated in English and Spanish, it works offline and is yours to keep.

Your walking tour will begin when your authorized guide picks you up at the previously agreed point. During this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the places described in the itinerary, among these places are the viewpoint of the city, Cerro de la Cruz, from where you can appreciate the view and have a better idea of the distribution of streets and avenues. . Next you can visit the former monastery of the Dominican order of friars, now converted into a hotel, restaurant and convention center. A museum and Jade factory where you will learn more about the Mayan culture. You will see the public laundry of the Tanque de La Union square, the Church of San Francisco where you will visit the tomb of Hermano Pedro who was beatified and canonized by Pope John Paul II, the Central Park with its Cathedral, City Hall Palace and former Palace of The General Captains and finally the iconic Arch of Santa Catalina from the 16th century

Explore the UNESCO-listed colonial capital of Antigua, one of Guatemala’s most enchanting cities, on this full-day sightseeing tour – ideal for first-time visitors. Learn how Antigua is one of the oldest cities of the Americas as you follow your guide to landmarks like the San Francisco Church, the arch of Santa Catalina, Casa Santo Domingo and Plaza Central. After a typical Guatemalan lunch (own expense), admire the priceless gems on display at the Museo del Jade (Jade Museum), then visit a local coffee plantation to learn more about Guatemala’s most famous export.

A sustainable and authentic way to discover Antigua Guatemala on two wheels. Every Wednesday, join this collective tour designed for travelers who want to share, explore and connect with local culture as they cycle through the city’s iconic landmarks. You will enjoy a refreshing break at the historic La Unión Tank with traditional hail, before continuing to the majestic Cathedral of San José in front of the Central Park and walking along the iconic Calle del Arco, where the famous Arch of Santa Catalina is located, one of the most photographed settings in the country. To close with a golden clasp, to participate in a practical culinary workshop where you will learn to prepare banana mole with traditional Guatemalan techniques, combining history, flavor and tradition in a participatory experience.

A unique experience in which clients will take with them one of the best memories of their lives, in which we will see monuments and take away new tips from highly recommended travelers. During the tour we will start in the central square of Antigua Guatemala, we will get to know Cathedral Facade General Captaincy Palace Fountain of the mermaids St. Peter's Church Public Laundries Church of San Francisco Jade Museum Hotel Santo Domingo Church of Mercy Arch Street

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When your cruise ship sails into Puerto Quezal, maximize your time with a full-day shore excursion to Antigua. Alongside by your guide, you’ll absorb the colonial charm of Antigua City while listening to history-rich commentary. Marvel at landmarks like Santo Domingo Convent and the Church of La Merced and then browse stalls brimming with colorful souvenirs. Visit a rural coffee plantation to observe traditional production processes and sample aromatic cups of coffee with a local farmer.

Founded by the Spaniards in 1543, nowadays Antigua is a beautiful blend of ruins, restored colonial buildings, and new buildings in colonial style. It was declared “Monument of America” in 1965.

Navigate Antigua's narrow lanes—inaccessible to large tour buses—on a small-group walking tour covering the city's key plazas, museums, and an artisan market where craftspeople sell handmade goods. A local guide provides context that goes beyond the guidebooks, from the history behind the colonial architecture to the stories of the market's vendors.

Anyone can buy a manufactured token, but very few will pause to breathe, heal, and leave their own energetic footprint on this magical city. This is not a search for a souvenir; it is the creation of a tangible echo of your journey. When you hang this artwork in your home, you won't just see a painting of a colonial street—you will see a portal back to your own moment of peace, self-discovery, and spiritual awakening. Spaces are strictly limited to keep this creative ritual intimate. Book your easel today."

“A Day in Antigua: The Complete Walking Tour” is a one-day immersive experience that takes you on a journey through the historic city of Antigua, Guatemala. The itinerary includes visits to some of the most iconic landmarks and cultural sites, including the Iglesia Católica San Francisco el Grande, Antigua Guatemala Central Park, Santa Catalina Arch, Luna de Miel, Iglesia de la Merced, Convento Capuchinas, Jade Maya, and Hill of the Cross. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Antigua’s rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural heritage while taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of the city. Join us for a memorable and educational day in Antigua.

Experience Guatemala’s top attractions, marveling at its stunning natural beauty and exploring its fascinating ancient history, on this 8-day tour. Discover the colonial architecture of charming Antigua before chilling out along the stunning shores of Lake Atitlán and its idyllic villages. Then dive into ancient Mayan history at the ruins of Tikal and Yaxha before capping the trip off with a hike to the summit of the country’s Pacaya Volcano. This all-inclusive tour also includes 7 nights of accommodation, transport between all sites by private vehicle, entrance fees and meals as per the itinerary.