Things To Do
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Arco de Santa Catalina
The Santa Catalina Arch was built in 1694 on what is now known as Calle del Arco, or “street of the arch.” Rather than being built for aesthetic reasons, there was purpose behind the arch’s construction. On either side of the arch are two convents, the Convent of the Virgin and the Convent of Santa Catalina. Within the convents lived cloistered nuns, and in the 1690s they lived on one side of the of the arch and taught at a school on the other.
Parque Central de Antigua Guatemala
Surrounded by superb colonial structures, this broad and beautiful plaza is the gathering place for antigüeños and visitors alike – a fine, verdant place to sit or stroll and observe the goings-on, from hawkers and shoeshiners to school kids and groups of tourists. The buxom mermaids in the central fountain are a reconstruction of the original 1738 version, which was trashed early in the 20th century.
MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala
The Museo Nacional de Arte Guatemalteco (MUNAG) is nestled within the historic Royal Palace of the Captains General, situated on the south side of Antigua’s main square. This iconic building once served as the epicenter of Spanish power in Central America, housing the government’s political and military operations from 1543 to 1776 . As you step into the MUNAG, you’ll be immersed in a treasure trove of Guatemalan art, featuring works from the country’s most renowned artists. However, the building itself is also a museum, waiting to be explored and appreciated. Imagine the grand ceremonies, the bustling Royal Offices, and the scribes and notaries hard at work. Picture the barracks, stables, and treasury, as well as the eerie torture room – all remnants of a rich and complex history.
Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo Antigua
Santiago and his family grew up going here. One of La Antigua Guatemala’s most enchanting hotels has been family owned and operated for generations. Consisting of three lovingly restored colonial residences — one of which, the three-hundred-year-old “Casa de Los Leones”, is a national historic monument — the hotel perfectly captures the essence of old-world Antigua. All rooms are uniquely decorated with original artwork, hand-painted ceilings, fireplaces and furniture hand-carved by local artisans. The hotel’s romantic restaurant features enticing Guatemalan cuisine, along with live Marimba music daily and Baile de los Moros folk dancing EVERY NIGHT AT 8 P.M.
Mercado Central Antigua Guatemala
The Antigua Central Market is a vibrant and bustling market located in the heart of Antigua.
Mesón Panza Verde
Panza Verde, or “Green Belly”—is a cherished nickname for the people of Antigua. Legend has it that when the capital moved to Guatemala City, those who stayed behind survived on avocados.
Locals Guide for Antigua
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