Top Antigua Cooking Classes

Guatemalan Cooking Class & Market Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Go beyond just sampling Guatemalan cuisine at Antigua’s restaurants and learn to cook it for yourself at a cooking class. Visit a cooking school in Jocotenango village, and learn to make typical Guatemalan food, choosing from assorted dishes and picking up local cooking tips as you work. Then, savor your creations with your hosts on a rooftop terrace overlooking the Agua Volcano or in a colonial-style dining room.

Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

The workshop is made to be fun and interactive. We want people to enjoy learning about guatemalan culture and the history of cacao. The chocolate is high quality and natural. We only use cacao, cacao butter and sugar. We also have a cafeteria where you can enjoy traditional food while you wait for your chocolate to freeze. There is also a beautiful garden to enjoy a hot chocolate o coffee.

Discover Chocolate Making in Antigua Guatemala

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture and cuisine with a small-group cooking class at Cuscun Cooking School in Antigua. First, visit the local market to shop for fresh ingredients, herbs, and spices, then get hands-on in the kitchen under the guidance of a local chef. Create a variety of typical Guatemalan dishes, such as ‘tamales, ‘pepián’ (meat stew), or chiles rellenos (stuffed chilies).

Guatemalan Cooking Class and Market Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

About 20-minutes from Antigua, the peaceful town of Parramos is a world away from the bustling streets of Guatemala’s tourist capital, which makes it the perfect place for a family-led cooking class in a local home. A great way to immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Guatemalan cuisine, this small-group cooking class also gives you the chance to learn more about Guatemalan culture and stories.

Cooking class and market tour/Pepian Workshop

4 hoursFree Cancellation

What makes this activity special At Casa San Miguel, participants not only watch a cooking demonstration, but become part of the experience. Guided by local chef David Farfán, travelers prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes using traditional techniques handed down from generation to generation. Small groups guarantee personalized attention, hands-on learning and a warm, familiar and welcoming atmosphere. Participants also enjoy Guatemalan coffee, local drinks and printed take-home recipes. The optional market tour adds an immersive cultural touch, connecting travelers directly to local ingredients and traditions.

Cooking and pastry class in Casa San Miguel

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

See Antigua from above on this half-day mountain adventure. You’ll visit three scenic mountaintops for panoramic views of the colonial city, lush valleys, and nearby volcanoes. From El Cerro de la Cruz—Antigua’s most famous lookout point—to Hobbitenango, a Lord of the Rings–themed eco-park, you’ll explore a whimsical forest, play games, and scenic viewpoints before catching the sunset over the mountains. On the way back down, there’s an optional stop for food and drinks at a local restaurant on the side of the mountain.

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Antigua ATV Sunset Tour

Market and Mayan Cooking Class

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

More than just coffee, this is an immersive tasting journey where fantasy meets specialty brewing in the heart of Antigua Guatemala. Each experience includes 3 carefully crafted signature lattes, designed with unique flavors, artistic presentation, and magical storytelling that transforms every drink into its own adventure. This activity is special because it combines creativity, ambiance, and high-quality coffee into a memorable ritual unlike a traditional café visit. Perfect for travelers, couples, and anyone seeking a distinctive experience, guests can explore imaginative beverages inspired by wonder and alchemy while enjoying one of Antigua’s most unique themed café settings. Optional dessert pairings elevate the journey even further, making it a truly enchanting escape.

Signature Lattes Tasting Experience in Antigua for Coffee Lovers

Signature Lattes Tasting Experience in Antigua for Coffee Lovers

1 hourFree Cancellation

Street Food Evening Tour in Antigua

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Antigua

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Ground Transfer From Antigua To Guatemala City Airport

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy caffeine and adrenaline in one tour on this excursion from Antigua. The eclectic tour is sure to please a variety of travelers. Climb on board your personal ATV and head to a local plantation, where you discover the coffee making process from seed to mug. After a hot cup of the local beverage, ride up to Cerro de la Cruz, which offers a spectacular view of the city and surrounding mountains.

Antigua ATV Coffee Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

In a city surrounded by volcanoes, adventure is hard to resist. Indulge your sense of adventure on this tour around the outskirts of Antigua on an ATV, motorcycle, or scooter, which grants you access to parts of the countryside that traditional tour vehicles can't reach. Take your pick of a vehicle and choose to drive it yourself or ride in the back seat. You'll go far from the beaten path as you visit the mountains around the famous El Cerro de la Cruz, El Hato, the Hobbitenango eco-park inspired by "The Lord of the Rings," and San Juan del Obispo.

Antigua ATV Mountain Adventure

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

What sets this experience apart is its quiet intimacy and authenticity. Rather than a group-led ritual, this is a self-guided cacao ceremony, allowing each guest to move at their own pace and connect in a personal, unforced way. The ceremony centers on Guatemalan ceremonial cacao, honoring its cultural roots and heart-centered tradition. Every element—sage cleansing, intention-setting, ritual release, and gratitude—is intentionally simple, creating space for reflection rather than instruction. The result is a grounded, memorable experience—one that feels both sacred and approachable, and lingers well beyond the cup itself.

The Mayan Ritual: Self Guided Cacao Ceremony in Antigua Guatemala

1 hourFree Cancellation

Discover Antigua’s rich history and vibrant culture on this exciting ATV tour through local villages. Visit a textile museum, jade and chocolate factories, and the first cathedral in Central America (built in 1534). Enjoy panoramic views of volcanoes and the city, while connecting with Mayan villagers. Finish the adventure with authentic Guatemalan cuisine at a local restaurant in San Pedro El Panorama.

Antigua ATV Villages Tour

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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If you’re looking for a full day trip that will deepen your knowledge of Guatemala and expose you to interacting with local communities off-the-beaten-path, this is for you. The activities take place in the community of San Miguel Escobar on the outskirts of Antigua (20 or 30 minutes), where the coffee-growing families welcome you into their homes to start the experience in a rural Guatemalan kitchen to learn to cook Guatemalan traditional dishes: Pepian, plantain mole, and tortillas on a wood-burning stove. After lunch, a coffee farmer will lead you through their fields, explain the work behind cultivating coffee, walk you through each processing step from bean to brew, and finish the tour by joining you for a coffee in their home. Along the way, you’ll learn more than just the process behind coffee-you’ll have authentic and transparent conversations with small-scale producers and their families.

Antigua Full Day Trip

7 hoursFree Cancellation

At El Alquimista, brunch is more than a meal — it’s an experience. We believe mornings should start with color, creativity, and a touch of magic. That’s why we craft unique dishes you won’t find anywhere else. From your vibrant, flavor-packed pancakes in playful colors to your whimsical mermaid-inspired smoothie bowls, every item is designed to delight both your taste buds and your imagination. We use fresh, high-quality ingredients and unexpected combinations to turn brunch into something truly unforgettable. Whether you’re snapping a photo or savoring each bite, your breakfasts are as joyful as they are delicious.

Fantasy Inspired Brunch in Antigua Guatemala (price per group)

Fantasy Inspired Brunch in Antigua Guatemala (price per group)

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a unique adventure where our visitors enjoy an authentic Guatemalan cooking class alongside locals, learning traditional recipes in a real kitchen steeped in history, flavor, and culture. You can also enhance your visit with a special option: a jade carving class, where you'll create your own piece while discovering the ancestral significance of this precious material in Guatemala.

Cooking Classes and Jade Workshops

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Walk Antigua Like a Local

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Antigua Cultural Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Join a local family in a traditional village near Antigua and learn how to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes using age-old techniques and locally sourced ingredients. Grind corn, seeds, and spices by hand using the ancient pedernal stone. Learn traditional Mayan cooking techniques and use heritage utensils. Enjoy dishes like Pepián, Jocón, Kak'ik, or a vegetarian option. Take the recipes and skills home to recreate the flavors yourself.

Cooking Class With Local Family

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The special thing about this experience is that it goes beyond a simple cooking class: it is an authentic immersion in the gastronomic heart of Guatemala. Guided by a local cook, it combines hands-on learning with living tradition, allowing you to choose between visiting the market to learn about and select fresh ingredients or start cooking directly. During the activity, you will not only prepare emblematic dishes such as cucumber and banana mole, but you will learn ancient techniques passed down from generation to generation, including making traditional comal tortillas by hand. The experience is complemented by a cultural introduction that explains the symbolism and roots of Guatemalan cuisine, offering a complete, authentic and participatory approach.

Guatemalan Mayan Cooking Workshop

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover the magic of San Antonio Aguascalientes by visiting the home of Milvia, a talented weaver who inherited the ancient art of the waist loom. During this tour, you will learn about the rich tradition of Guatemalan fabric, immersing yourself in a unique cultural experience. In addition, you will participate in the preparation of the delicious cucumber, a typical dish full of flavor and history. This tour is ideal for seekers of cultural experiences, families with children and those who want to connect with authentic local traditions. Live unforgettable moments, get up close and personal with the life and work of a family dedicated to traditional art, and take memories for a lifetime.

San Antonio Aguascalientes Weaving Tour from Antigua

San Antonio Aguascalientes Weaving Tour from Antigua

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Antigua

Guatemalan Cooking Class & Market Tour

Andrea_D, Oct 2026

Great class with excellent chef and location

This was a fantastic experience. Milton took us thru the Antigua market which is huge, educating us on food and local produce. Once we bought our ingredients we traveled to the school: a gorgeous open kitchen and proceeded to prepare a three course meal of traditional Guatemalan dishes. We also sampled 7 local fruits that were in season. Milton was an excellent teacher and provided lots of information as we worked. The class is intimate: only 4 of us. I highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn about Guatrmalan culture through food. We had a blast!

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Antigua

Ella_L, Sept 2026

Must do

Such a fun and light experience we had so much fun and learnt a lot about chocolate and its history while getting to make some ourselves goofed around a bit. there is a beautiful hand made jewellery store in the same building that we explored while waiting I would absolutely recommend this experience thank you josaline

Discover Chocolate Making in Antigua Guatemala

Kyra_G, Aug 2026

Lots of fun

So much fun! Was a great 2 hours spent learning, tasting, and making chocolate. We sang, we danced, we laughed, we learned a lot of history, and best of all got to try the different ways a cacao bean is prepared and left with a bag full of chocolate :)

Cooking and pastry class in Casa San Miguel

Sher_F, Aug 2026

I originally booked the...

I originally booked the 10:30 course cooking class, but on the day of the class, the host let me know I would be the only participant and offered to move me to a later time. I appreciated being given the option, though I wish I had been informed a day or two earlier. I’ve taken solo cooking classes before and had no issues, but given the amount of food being prepared, I preferred joining another participant later in the afternoon. Overall, Andre was an amazing chef, and his sous chef Janet was wonderful as well. I truly enjoyed learning about the culture and traditions behind the dishes. This cooking class was one of the highlights of my trip. 10/10 recommend for anyone who enjoys exploring new cuisines and experiencing different cultures.

Guatemalan Cooking Class and Market Tour

Clara_A, Aug 2026

So fun! And delicious

I had a lovely time with the cooking class and market tour. The guide (Dario) was very knowledgeable about the food and Guatemalan culture, and showed off all the different parts of the market. The food was delicious! I wish it was easier to access some of the ingredients where I’m from and I’d be making it all the time. Recipes were provided afterwards

Antigua ATV Mountain Adventure

Sherri_M, Aug 2026

Great excursion!!!

This excursion was really cool!!! Traveling up through the mountains was so beautiful. I wish the time at Hobbitenango was a bit longer, but it was still pretty awesome. Driving on the cobblestone is a challenge, but we still enjoyed it as we got to explore more of Antigua while riding through the town. Our guide made us feel extremely comfortable, got us through the busy-ness of the Antigua streets, and we got to enjoy time as a group getting to know each other. We enjoyed learning about the chocolate/cacao process and the vibe overall. I Highly recommend!!

Antigua Cultural Walking Tour

Marquita_J, Jul 2026

Solo in Antigua

This was such a nice tour to get a bearing of Antigua, learn the history and see all of the major tourist attractions. The tour guide told stories along the way like about the Mayan culture to ghost stories. Additionally, I was running late because another tour company had my start time mixed up and had me going to a different location. But fortunately, I was able to meet up with this guide and continue with the tour. Lastly, he took the group to a nice to play to find jade jewelry and have lunch. Such a great time!

Private Ground Transfer From Antigua To Guatemala City Airport

Cierra_D, Jul 2026

Marlon was great!!

My experience was great. Marlon was exceptional and provided great service. He provided us with recommendations and told us the history of Guatemala City and Antigua. Marlon went above and beyond for me and my Dad on this trip. We would not be able to navigate Antigua Guatemala without the transportation to and from airport.

Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua

Alyza_K, Jul 2026

Went on a Sunday...

Went on a Sunday afternoon and ended up being a private class for me and my friend. Super fun, the only thing I wish we knew was that sundays you don’t go to the market. Honestly, probably the best food we had on the whole trip since we made things that weren’t as commonly found in restaurants. Dario and Victor were amazing and we had such a great time with them and learned so much about the history behind the food. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a cooking class.

Antigua ATV Coffee Tour

Sahith_Y, Jun 2026

Daryl was an amazing guide!

We did this ATV coffee tour the day after we did the ATV sunset tour in Antigua by the same tour agency - Simoon Rentals and Tours. We could not have asked for a better guide who was so knowledgeable and gave us a full rundown on the coffee making process at the coffee farm Finca La Azotea which was in a beautiful setting in Jocotenango, a town just north of Antigua. Initially after visiting the historic coffee farm we were supposed to go to Cerro de La Cruz but we had already covered that during the sunset tour the previous day, so Daryl was kind enough to instead take us to a busy plaza in San Pedro Las Huertas where we could see a cool communal washing station where people would gather to wash clothes together and trade gossip and we also got to understand the process of mining, refining, and designing jade at a nearby family-run jade shop that is 3 generations strong. The pieces were so beautiful and learning about the jade-making process was so informative that we were happy to support them by buying a few pieces from them and their prices are more than fair and don’t overpriced! The shop is named king brothers jades Munro Maya. If you decide to take this your will not regret your time and money spent and I would highly recommend asking for Daryl to be your tour guide as he’s very kind, informative and speaks English very well :)

Street Food Evening Tour in Antigua

allisonrecio, May 2026

The Absolute Highlight of My Trip — Don’t Skip This

This was hands down the best experience of my entire trip to Guatemala. Our tour guide went above and beyond, taking us out of the typical tourist circuit and into her own neighborhood, and a few others, where we got to enjoy truly authentic street cuisine. This wasn’t a curated, watered-down version of local food. This was the real thing. What surprised me most was how much I learned along the way. Our guide was so knowledgeable and engaging that I walked away with more history and cultural insight than I did from a dedicated walking tour of Antigua. She clearly has a deep love for her city and it showed in every stop we made. And the food? That’s what I’ll be talking about for months. Every bite was memorable and I’m so glad I said yes to trying everything. My only regret is not having enough time to book a cooking class with this company — because if this tour is any indication, everything they offer is top tier. You can just tell they genuinely care about the experience they’re creating for visitors. Do not pass this up. Go hungry, stay curious, and try every single thing they put in front of you.

Antigua ATV Villages Tour

Katherine_S, Mar 2026

Fun Cultural Tour

This was a great tour that took us to smaller towns outside of Antigua. We visited family-run businesses, including a chocolate factory, coffee plantation and textile weaving business; and a village market where we tried local foods. Riding the ATVs added an element of fun to the cultural excursion. Highly recommend!