Historic Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Antigua Guatemala Cathedral
After visiting Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Antigua Guatemala. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints or seek out its local tours.

Central Park
Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Central Park, a lovely green space in Antigua Guatemala. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Santa Catalina Arch
Find out about the history of Antigua Guatemala when you spend time at Santa Catalina Arch. Discover the volcano viewpoints and shops in this family-friendly area.
Las Capuchinas Convent
You can find out about the history of Antigua Guatemala with a trip to Las Capuchinas Convent. Discover the volcano viewpoints and shops in this romantic area.
Antigua Guatemala Colonial Art Museum
You can study the exhibits at Antigua Guatemala Colonial Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Antigua Guatemala. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints or seek out its local tours.
Santa Clara Convent
You can find out about the history of Antigua Guatemala with a visit to Santa Clara Convent. Discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area or enjoy its local tours.
Activities

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Antigua

Antigua: ATV Guided Sunset Tour

Lake Atitlan One Day Tour from Antigua

From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek

Experience: Organic Coffee, Avocados, Honey & More!
Our pick of the best Historic Center Hotel Deals

Hotel La Galeria
Clean room. At the back so didn't hear too much traffic noise. Location good. Recommended laundry worked out well. Breakfast was basic, a lot of bread based ingredients. Would of liked more choice.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hotel Camino Real Antigua
The best breakfast in the area.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo Antigua
Outstanding all around…..just needs small wash rags
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

El Carmen Hotel
nice rooftop restaurant with views of the volcano
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Hotel Convento Santa Catalina
I liked the location and the historic vibe. I marked down the room because there were tiles missing from the floor in the kitchen area, the bed was very hard, and only a thin blanket so I was cold and didn’t sleep well. My son thought his bed was fine.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hotel Casa Antigua
a little bit outdated but still nice
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center

Barrio de La Concepción
While visiting Barrio de La Concepción, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Santo Domingo Museum and Jade Maya Factory and Museum.

Santa Ana
When in Santa Ana, you can plan a visit to Santa Clara Convent and Casa Santo Domingo Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

