GUATEMALA
The trips worth taking.
The 9 walking tours worth your time in Guatemala. What each one involves on the ground, who runs it, and what you pay.
A small-group walking tour of Antigua’s top churches, ruins, and markets, with stories and smart stops for planning the rest of your trip.
Antigua street food walking tour with 6–7 tastings, Mayan gold corn dishes, fruit and sweets, plus local history in 3 hours.
Walk Antigua at night with Luis and hear Guatemala legends tied to real landmarks, Maya culture, and the eerie cobblestone streets.
“Luis, our guide, was fantastic! He was knowledgeable about the town and the history, and he gave us very good recommendations for restaurants and places in the city. He was extremely friendly and kind. We would have done another tour with him if we had the time!”
Walk Guatemala City’s Zone 1 highlights with a local guide and ride included public bus fare, finishing near Central Park in 2 to 2.5 hours.
“We had a great tour through Guatemala city. Armando was very knowledgeable and made this tour amazing. Definitely recommend to take this tour!”
Walk Antigua with a small local guide, hitting top churches and ruins, plus cacao, jade, and an artisanal beer tasting in 3–4 hours.
“Very enjoyable tour! The added ride on the "chicken bus" and walk through the market were fun surprises.”
Guatemala City walking tour with Guillermo: orientation at Mapa en Relieve, key zones 2-1-4 sights, plus coffee or cuisine stops.
Private 3-4 hour walking tour of Antigua Guatemala: convents, baroque churches, jade culture, and Santa Catalina Arch for $36.
“Our guide was just…average. He just stated a lot of facts rapidly, rather than connecting them to a story. It was okay but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it.”
Guided Antigua Guatemala walking tour of major churches, convent ruins, colonial art and craft market. 3.5 hours.
“The tour was a perfect way to learn about the architecture and history of Antigua.”
A relaxed 3-hour walk through Antigua Guatemala’s biggest landmarks and convent ruins, with tastings and a guide who keeps it moving.
