Kimberly & Aaron
Things To Do
ChocoMuseo La Antigua
Cacao and chocolate museum in Antigua, Guatemala. Learn about the history of cacao, the cacao tree and cacao in Guatemala. ChocoMuseo has its own artisanal chocolate factory which makes chocolate from organic Guatemalan cacao beans. ChocoMuseo also offers chocolate workshops to make your own chocolate. A unique experience for the whole family.
Antigua ATV Coffee Tour
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.
Hobbitenango
Hobbitenango Theme Park: (Day trip) If you are a Lord of the Rings or Hobbit fan, you’ll like this place. You can walk around and take photos at the tiny hobbit holes. Some people stay there overnight. They also have some tree swings, mini golf, and a giant hand overlooking the valley and volcanoes.
Tikal
Tikal is a significant archaeological site and urban center of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Consider staying in Guatemala City for 2 nights and doing a 1-day trip to Tikal. You will have to take a small aircraft from Guatemala City to Tikal (Flores). You can purchase the flight tickets and park tickets on your own OR book a tour that can take care of everything. They have tours from Guatemala City or Antigua Guatemala. You can also consider staying in Tikal for 1-2 nights. They have a hotel inside the park (Jungle Lodge Hotel) and others nearby. FYI it is a jungle and you can hear animals throughout the day and night.
Lago Atitlan
Lago Atitlán: (Day trip) in Guatemala's southwestern highlands, set within a volcanic crater, is surrounded by Mayan villages, steep hills, and striking volcanoes. There are many hotels around the lake. If you are looking for a relaxing day or weekend, this is a great option! Famous town nearby - Panajachel is a bustling town on its shores, offering traditional textiles. You can go kayaking, do yoga, and visit the colorful towns.
Pacaya Volcano ATV Tour
Take to the slopes and experience Guatemala’s most-visited volcano in a new way on a fun-filled adventure day. A great way for thrill-seekers to combine volcano hiking with ATV driving and sightseeing.
Acatenango Volcano Hike
The Acatenango Volcano (13,041 ft / 3,976 m) is considered a hard hike and it requires for you to stay there overnight. You can see the Fuego Volcano erupting from Acatenango early in the morning.
Pacaya Volcano Hike
Pacaya Volcano (8,373 feet / 2,552 m). Be prepared for rough terrain and a moderately challenging trek.
Cerro de La Cruz
Visit for sunset! A 30-min hike or short tuk tuk ride from Antigua. It provides breathtaking views of the city and surrounding volcanoes.
Convento Capuchinas
This massive convent was a thriving community of nuns from 1736 until the 1773 earthquake, after which it was abandoned.
Iglesia de La Merced
Destroyed twice by earthquakes, this 1548 church was rebuilt in the 1700s to withstand earthquakes and boasts a lovely yellow façade and a huge stone fountain, reputed to be the largest in Central America.
Casa del Jade
A jewelry store and museum in Antigua, emphasizing the cultural significance of jade, a precious stone and natural export of Guatemala.
Finca la Azoteca
Community, culture and nature on a 150-year-old coffee farm. Fun activities and various places to eat and drink. Coffee Museum & Coffee Tour.
El Tenedor Del Cerro by Casa Santo Domingo
Located atop a mountain, this is a beautiful restaurant offering city views. Specializing in pizza, pasta, and grill dishes, it provides a picturesque dining experience.
Los Moros by Porta Hotel Antigua
Delight your senses with international dishes and regional specialties, surrounded by the magical atmosphere that only Antigua can offer you.
El Refectorio by Casa Santo Domingo
Great restaurant, good food and wonderful service. Make sure you try the Guatemalan dishes and the house cocktails with Guatemalan rum, so delicious.
Ulew Cocktail Bar
A speakeasy with an atmosphere that feels more like a clandestine wine cave than a typical bar. The bar doesn't have a formal cocktail menu, but the the bartenders have plenty of exciting and original recipes up their sleeves!
Cerveceria 14 (Catorce)
A craft brewery on a beautiful active coffee farm, surrounded by three volcanoes. If you like beer and live music, Cervecería 14 is the place for you!
Tabacos y Vinos
Antigua's fine wine and cigar shop. They have the biggest variety of wine and are the only place to buy certified cuban cigars. They have wine and rum tasting (specifically Rum Zacapa, best rum in Guatemala and around the world).
Antigua Brewing Company
A cozy outdoor bar/terrace with awesome views of Volcán de Agua
Café No Sé
A cozy saloon-type bar in Antigua, offering candlelit ambiance, live music, and the distinction of being the first Mezcal bar outside of Mexico.
Por Que No? Cafe
The quintessential "dive bar" restaurant in Antigua