About
A very walkable city where the creator stayed for the remainder of her trip after leaving Lake Atitlan. She explored the central area for food.
Why go
- Feels like stepping back in time
- A beautiful country with a walkable town
- Charming city with a magical trek facing the erupting Fuego volcano
Must try
- Take a chocolate-making class
- Climb Cerro de la Cruz for volcano views
- Visit the Santa Catalina Arch
- Explore colonial churches and ruins
- Acatenango overnight hike
Pro tips
- Book the free walking tour before anything else
- Take a $15-20 USD bus ride using guatego to Antigua
- Ask for Harold specifically on the walking tour
- Spend 3-4 nights exploring the city
Good to know
- Dangerous at night and completely overpriced
- The price of currency exchange at ATMs is excessive
- Don't stay at Tropicana Hostel, you won't get sleep
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Rating
4.8 / 5 (86 reviews)