Antigua or La Antigua with Spanish Baroque architecture, has a combination of activities. People enjoy shopping at the markets, where they can purchase brightly colored textiles, pottery and more. Also, many of the old convents and monasteries are still in ruins but have been made safe for tours. A premiere touristic destination.
Many methods of transportation to experience like riding the popular tuc-tuc which are the three wheel taxis though the streets of Panachel. There is water transportation, the popular "lanchas" that are able to take you to other cities around the lake, such as: San Pedro La Laguna, San Marcos La Laguna among others.
Zone One is the Historic Center, (Centro Histórico), is in the very heart of the city, the location of many important historic buildings including the Palacio Nacional de la Cultura (National Palace of Culture), the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Congress, the Casa Presidencial (Presidential House), the National Library and Plaza de la Constitución (Constitution Plaza, old Central Park). Also, going to Mercado Central your able to experience exotic fruits and vegetables huddled on the tables, the hunt for a bargain from woven blouses, native huipiles, bracelets, purses, soft leather, candles, jewelry and other trinkets. Something not to miss, is the assortment of Guatemalan cuisine.