Catedral de Santiago (Antigua Cathedral) Tours
The stark and silent beauty of the ruins of Catedral de Santiago (Antigua Cathedral) offers visitors one of only a few quiet and contemplative escapes in the 500-year-old city of Antigua. Once a towering homage to religion and faith, this European-inspired white stone wonder was devastated during a massive earthquake in 1717 and never repaired. Today, travelers can explore what remains of this unique structure, whose exterior tells a story of triumph and perseverance. It’s only when visitors pass by the reconstructed façade that they find what can only be described as broken beauty.
Covered hallways and altars now exist under open skies, since ceilings and rooftops that crumbled during natural disasters were never replaced. Delicate white engravings and vast ivory archways are tinged and darkened with dirt after so many years of being exposed to the elements. Visitors can explore the grounds, climb crumbling staircases and bear witness to exquisite views of the church and the charming streets of surrounding Antigua.
Practical Info
The Catedral de Santiago is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily and admission costs about Q3 per person with an additional fee to photograph. Travelers say it’s worth the extra cost to snap photos of this incredible site.
Address: 2 Av. Norte at 2 Calle Oriente, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Hours: 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily
Admission: Q3
7 Tours and Activities to Experience Catedral de Santiago (Antigua Cathedral)
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La Antigua Cultural Walking Tour
Step onto the cobblestone-clad streets of colonial Antigua for this flexible-length walking tour. Stroll the streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as you visit top landmarks like the ‘Ayuntamiento’ (City Hall Palace), Palace of the Captain’s General, the main cathedral, and Santo Domingo, a well-known hotel and cultural center. A final stop at a local jade factory provides additional insight into Guatemala’s Mayan culture.
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$20.00
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Full-Day Tour of Antigua Guatemala
Explore the beautiful Spanish-colonial architecture and beautiful setting of Antigua during this 8-hour day trip. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed city offers a wealth of historic monasteries, churches and monuments to explore, all set among a landscape of towering volcanoes and cobblestone streets. During your trip you’ll visit a number of town’s most important buildings, check out some of the surrounding villages and have time to shop for souvenirs inspired by the ancient Maya. Your Antigua day trip also includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.
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$89.75
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Full day Walking tour Antigua Guatemala
Minimum 5 people to start this Tour. Let's walk around this great City of Antiguas . You can highlight your interests with me ahead of your tour and if you carry vehicle I can take you to the towns around Antigua.
Tour given in English or Spanish. 6 to 7 hours.
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$25.00
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Antigua Guatemala Tour from Puerto Quetzal
Private off-shore excursion specially designed for cruisers arriving at the port "Puerto Quetzal" to visit the city which once was the capital of Central America: Antigua Guatemala.
Certified bilingual guide and minivan/bus with authorization to pick up travelers at the port.
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$167.00
Price varies by group size
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$167.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Private: Antigua Walking Tour
Walking tour in Antigua Guatemala. Explore the history of the city which was once the capital of Central America while enjoying its mix of cultures: native traditions, colonial style, and modern life.
During the tour, walk over cobblestone streets visiting colonial buildings and ruins. If there is time, visit the market for souvenir shopping.
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$75.00
Price varies by group size
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$75.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Antigua in a classic car
A special way to know the city.
Get to know the history behind the most
emblematic building of the city.
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$110.00
per group
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$110.00
per group
LA ANTIGUA CULTURAL WALKING TOUR- Afternoon
Get a glimpse of Guatemala’s colonial past with this walking tour of Antigua. This former capital is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, beloved for its cobblestone streets and majestic church ruins. Meet your guide in the Central Plaza and visit sites like a jade factory, City Hall Palace, and Santo Domingo, an elegant hotel and cultural center. As you walk, your guide will share information on Antigua’s history and architecture.
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$20.00
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