Free walking tour of the city of Antigua Antigua tour
Hello everyone!! My name is Pablo I am a professional tour guide in Antigua Guatemala and its surrounding villages. I speak Spanish and English, I am 28 years old and I have been working in this industry for 6 years, doing historical walking tours that include visiting important monuments, ruins, and beautiful villages in the City of Antigua Guatemala. My experience doing these tours have been truly amazing and unforgettable because I have met a lot of people from all over the world, from different cultural and language backgrounds. So please join me and take a personalized and affordable walking tour that will be the experience of a lifetime for you and your friends!! I am looking forward to showing you why I love what I do! I'm so proud to be a Tour Guide in the most beautiful country: Guatemala, I'm in love with my country and all its beautiful places, art and history.
Pickup
I'll be standing in front of the stone fountain in front of the church of la merced, the yellow church, I'll be standing there big with a cap, a silver bracelet on my arm with jade and my guide license, and a jade necklace,
Description
Welcome!
This is a historical tour in which you will visit the most important monuments of the city of Antigua Guatemala , learning about its history, architecture and very important facts.
You will learn about the different foundations of the city and its different moves in the history of Santiago de Goathemala, important people, as well as the different events that influenced it.
Its conservation process, the way it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979, the interpretation of the architectural facades and much more.
THEME OF THE TOUR AND WHO IS IT FOR?
The Tour is Oriented to History and Architecture, aimed at anyone who really likes history, architecture and art history. *
It is not suitable for children under 12 years old since due to the type of tour they tend to get frustrated very easily.
* Note:
Only an external visit to the monuments is made and we do not enter the ruins.
🗺️ Check the itinerary at the end of this description
TOUR CONDITIONS
- Punctuality
The tour starts at 9:30 am. I ask for punctuality since arriving late will delay the tour and the rest of the group.
If you cannot come to the tour on time, it is better to cancel ❌ ❌ in advance so as not to delay the tour.
- No distractions to the group
During the tour we did not enter any shops, craft markets, bars, shopping, ruins, or restaurants.
- Flexible tour payment
If you want to acknowledge my work as a professional and you don't know how much to contribute, at least €10 per person is expected.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- Outfit
To enter some important religious sites it is suggested to dress appropriately since low-cut tops and shorts are not allowed.
- Inappropriate behavior
Consumption of alcohol, drugs, and even less smoking is not permitted during the tour as it disrupts the development of the tour....
- Respect for the group
It is suggested and I would ask you not to use the phone 📵 while I am giving my explanations since it disrupts the tour (except in emergencies)
WHAT WE WILL SEE / ITINERARY
1) The Church of La Merced
2) The Pilgrim Fountain
3) The Arch of Santa Catalina
4 The House of Lions
5) Main Square
6) Portal of the Bakers
7) Trade Portal
8) Palace of the Captains General
9) Mermaid Fountain
10) City Hall Palace
11) Santiago de Goathemala Cathedral Exterior Visit
12) Archbishop's Palace
13) Old University of San Carlos
14) Former Major Seminary
15 St. Peter's Church
16) Convent of Santa Clara Explanation of the Exterior
17) Union Tour Tank