Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City worth booking?
Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City is a 10-hour experience in Guatemala City, Guatemala, from $99 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (2)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $99 per person
Departing from Guatemala City, explore the fascinating city of La Antigua and learn about it´s history and culture during colonial times. Also, our expert guide will share with you the many wonders of this fabulous city,
What you get
- Lunch
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Entrance to Santa Teresita Hot Springs
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
About this experience
Departing from Guatemala City, explore the fascinating city of La Antigua and learn about it´s history and culture during colonial times. Also, our expert guide will share with you the many wonders of this fabulous city, such as oral traditions, culture, customs, and more, of the once considered the third most important Spanish colony in the Americas, the you'll transfer to Kawilal Hot Springs to enjoy a relaxing afternoon at hot springs
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Entrance to Santa Teresita Hot Springs
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Not included
- Meal not mentioned.
- Gratuities
- Beverages.
What you'll see and do
Gray Line Guatemala
Antigua Guatemala, Once the third largest city in all of Spanish Colonial America and for 200 years the capital of Guatemala, it is today a peaceful, beautiful and partially restored colonial city. Cobblestone streets wind through the city of majestic churches and monasteries. You will be pick up at your hotel in Guatemala City and transfer to Antigua Guatemala to meet our local guide to begin your soft walking of approximately 3 hours below a brief summary of what to expect on your way. Antigua Guatemala, Once the third largest city in all of Spanish Colonial America and for 200 years the capital of Guatemala, it is today a peaceful, beautiful and partially restored colonial city. Cobblestone streets wind through the city of majestic churches and monasteries.
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Iglesia de La Merced
We start visiting the church of La Merced of Guatemalan Ultrabaroque style, this temple has two bell towers. On the facade of the church, in its upper part is a sculpture of San Pedro Nolasco, founder of the Mercedarian Order.
45 minutes here
Arco de Santa Catalina
Continuing our walking we will visit the Arch of Santa Catalina, built to connect the nuns between cloisters to avoid being seen due to the votes that the religious who belonged to that Order took, After the earthquakes of 1773, the arch became important due to the arrangements that were made.
15 minutes here
Central Park is located at the heart of the city, surrounded by the traditional grid pattern frequently utilized in Spanish urban planning in the colonies. The park is surrounded by the Palace of the Generals Captain ,the City Hall, the church of San José (formerly the Cathedral of Guatemala), the Archbishop’s Palace and the Portal of Commerce (or the Bakers’ Portal). Here, visitors will also find the beautiful Las Sirenas Fountain. The Count of Gomera (Gomera is the word for a rubber plantation) the fountain was built in remembrance of a popular legend, which tells the story of a King whose daughters gave birth but did not want to nurse their children. Learn about this famous story as you immerse yourself in the legendary colonial city
70 minutes here
Tanque de la Union
La Unión tank, which is one of the most representative laundries in this city, only the big houses had a place where they could be washed. For this reason, most of the inhabitants - housewives - went to public laundries. This was inaugurated on February 3, 1853.
20 minutes here
Santa Teresita Hotel & Spa Termal
At the end of the tour your will be transfered to Santa Teresita Hot Springs to enjoy a delicious lunch (Inlcuded). During the afternoon at leisure and relax in the Hot springs. Kawilal is a world of relaxation, where the most important elements of nature are present in this unique place of hot springs, in our environment are mixed fire and heat from Pacaya Volcano who gives us the thermal waters and steams. Has a complex that promotes sustainable tourism in our country, and has 12 thermal pools, thermal Circuit, 25 Steam Baths, and 3 Hydrotherapy Baths. Kawilal SPA offers Relaxing Massages, Reflexology, Shiatsu Relaxing, Manicure and Pedicure among others.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Gray Line Guatemala
At the end of the visit, transfer to Guatemala City via Antigua Guatemala.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Zone C
Pick up from Hotels : Conquistador hotel & conference center, Panamerican Hotel Pickup included
Zone D
Pick up from Hotels: Tikal Futura Hotel Pickup included
Zone B
Pick up from Hotels : Westin Camino Real, Clarion Suites, Radisson Guatemala, Holiday Inn, Real Intercontinental, Barcelo Hotel, Las Americas Hotel Pickup included
Zone A
Pick up from Hotels : AC Marriot Cayala, Hilton Guatemala City Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gray Line Guatemala
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended that you bring walking shoes, hat, sunglasses, and a camera.
- Please contact local provider if you need a guide in any other language. French, German and Italian in private services, subject to additional costs and guide availability.
- For groups of 10 persons or more, please contact local provider to arrange.
- Child under 13 years is not allowed to take the thermal circuit.
- If you are lodging in Zone 1, our only pick-up point is at the Hotel Panamerican.
- If you are lodging in an airbnb please move to the nearest hotel lobby and please let us know of its name.
- Minimum of 2 passengers (adults) is required for the tour to run. If the minimum size is not reached, the tour is subject to cancellation and all tickets are refunded or rescheduled.
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very Disappointed!
This excursion was booked through SEG and provided by Grey Line. We are mature, experienced cruisers and had successfully used SEG to book shore excursions in the Caribbean several times Unfortunately, this tour did not meet our expectations. The “meet up” did not occur as advertised and we had to search the bus lot to find the Grey Line bus. The bus was loading and we were on his roster, so we became passengers #47 and #48 on a 46 seat bus - that is we got jump seats in the aisle. This is not what I would call a “Small group” experience although when I questioned that, I was told that anything under 50 passengers is considered small. It turned out that apparently Grey Line consolidated tour groups originating from SEG, AAA, and other agencies that I did not recognize. Our guide spent the long trip to Antigua (and return) standing in the door-well, and the dispatcher rode on the floor up nearer to the driver. Once we reached Antigua, the walking tour was as described. Our guide tried to check all the boxes by rushing through the various highlights, did not welcome questions and seemed flustered at having to shepherd so many people. After we were crammed back into the bus, our “delectable lunch” consisted of a subway style sandwich, bag of chips and a soft drink handed out on the bus on our back to the port. We did arrive back at our ship with time to spare.
Response from the operator: Dear Thank you for having booked with us, we really sorry the experience did not met your expectations, we will takle into consideration your comments
via Tripadvisor
Antigua & Spa
Maynar picked us up at the hotel and returned us home safely. He was super nice and friendly. Answered all of our questions and was in a cheerful mood the whole time. Dennis was our driver from Antigua to the spa. He was so patient and nice. There was a lot of traffic and it took us 3 and half hours to get to the spa. This cut into our time which was not ideal since it only left us with 1.5 hrs before we had to leave. Overall the day was nice we saw and learned a lot. The spa is beautiful, the landscapes, the services. The cleanliness and the amenities were amazing. Definitely would do this again.
Response from the operator: Dear Gina Thank you for having booked with us and for takes the time to share your experience during your tour!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $99 to $115
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Gray Line Guatemala, who run 14 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.1.
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Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guatemala City.
How much does Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City cost?
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Prices start at $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Guatemala City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Guatemala City is not rushed.
Is Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Guatemala City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Guatemala City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Guatemala City and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Colonial Antigua Guatemala walking tour & Hot Springs from Guatemala City start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Guatemala City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Guatemala City?
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On Outty we rank every Guatemala City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Shuttle in Guatemala, Guatemala City Tour, PRIVATE SHUTTLE AIRPORT/ANTIGUA - LAKE ATITLAN or VICEVERSA. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Guatemala City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Guatemala City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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