Top 7 Guatemala City Tours in Antigua Guatemala

1.Shared shuttle – between Antigua and Guatemala City Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · from $20Our pick

Travel from Antigua’s historic center to La Aurora Airport in an air-conditioned shared shuttle for $20 per person. Expect hotel pickup, possible stops for other passengers, and a trip that can take one to four hours depending on traffic. Zone 10, Zone 13, and Zone 1 drop-offs may be arranged in advance.

“The guys who overview this activity had to drive to a number of different hotels to pick up travelers and their luggage. They were extremely quick and efficient in doing this which made the trip that more enjoyable for me.”

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2.From Guatemala City or Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 89 reviews · 6 hours · from $96

Travel from Antigua to Pacaya with a Spanish or English-speaking guide, then walk for about 2.5 hours through forest, volcanic sand, and black rock. You can also use a horse for the ascent. Expect Calderas Lagoon, views of three volcanoes, hot vents, and possible lava.

“It was wonderful! I had the most amazing time. Our guide was super nice! I really liked it!”

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3.Morning Tour from Guatemala City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · 5 hours · from $38

Travel from Guatemala City to Antigua for a three-hour guided walk through colonial streets, churches, ruins, markets, and Central Park. Visit a jade museum, La Merced, Santa Catalina Arch, and La Unión tank, with English or Spanish guiding, hotel pickup, and groups capped at 10.

“The tour went well; the guide was quite knowledgeable and allowed some flexibility in the available free time.”

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4.Hoobitenango and Altamira From Antigua or Guatemala city

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $125

Spend about five hours visiting Hobbitenango, Altamira, and the Cerro de la Cruz viewpoint with hotel pickup, transport, and a bilingual guide. Expect giant hands, Tolkien-inspired scenery, photo stops, games, mountain views, and plenty of walking and steps. Guide Carolina is especially praised for patient help and photos.

“Carolina was great. There was a language barrier but even so, she helped me with my Spanish and I helped her with English. There were no issues when it came to communicating. Such a beautiful experience and amazing photos. Highly recommend!”

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5.Antigua Guatemala , Full-Day Shared Tour from Guatemala City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 7 hours · from $60Top rated

Spend seven hours exploring Antigua Guatemala with hotel pickup, a professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide, and private group transport. See Cerro de la Cruz, La Merced Church, Santa Catalina Arch, Iglesia del Carmen, Central Park, and San Jose Cathedral, with guide Jorge Mario among the praised leaders.

“Our guide Jorge Mario was fantastic! Knowledgeable and accommodating to the entire group.”

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6.From Guatemala City to Semuc Champey in one day.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8 reviews · 11 hours · from $150

You’ll leave Guatemala City for Semuc Champey with private transport, a bilingual guide, and 4x4 access. Expect a long road day, a viewpoint over the turquoise pools, the Cahabón River, Kamba Caves, and time in Cobán. Guide Ludwin has earned praise for his care and strong knowledge of Guatemala.

“El lugar es hermoso . El guía muy bueno ( Ludwin ) . Esta actividad saliendo de cd. de Guatemala no alcanza para hacerla en un día . El trayecto de carretera es larguísimo ( 6 horas solo de ida ) No alcanzamos a ver las cuevas . Recomendaría hacerla en dos días , quedándose a dormir en Semuc .”

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7.From Guatemala City, Tour to Antigua Guatemala

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $80

Travel privately from Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit La Merced, Central Park, Santa Catalina Arch, the Crafts Market, and Capuchinas Convent, with hotel pickup and return included.

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