What to see in Antigua Guatemala
The top 3 according to 80 votes from people: Santa Catalina Arch · Parque Central · Handicraft market. (Updated Dec 12, 2024.)
Cobbled streets, ruined churches and volcanoes all around: Antigua's essentials according to travellers and travel blogs.
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Top 10
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1
Santa Catalina Arch
The yellow arch with Agua volcano behind, the city's symbol.
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2
Parque Central
Main square with the Sirens fountain.
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3
Handicraft market
Mayan textiles and crafts.
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4
Cerro de la Cruz
Viewpoint over the city and Agua volcano.
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Las Capuchinas Convent
Convent ruins with circular cells.
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Palace of the Captains General
Former seat of the colonial government.
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Acatenango Volcano
Climb with views of Fuego volcano's eruptions.
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8
Church of San Francisco
Shrine of Saint Brother Pedro.
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9
Cathedral of San José
Cathedral with visitable ruins behind it.
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10
Pacaya Volcano
Hike up an active volcano.
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11
Casa Santo Domingo
Former convent turned hotel and museums.
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12
Church of La Merced
Yellow Baroque façade with stucco decoration.
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Subid al Cerro de la Cruz temprano que luego hace un calor y hay mucha gente. Y si podéis, el volcán Pacaya.