Guidebook for Antigua Guatemala
Food Scene
Delicious crepes with French and Guatemalan influence + delicious smoothies. It is very popular so maybe avoid on weekends
47 locals recommend
Luna de Miel
Delicious crepes with French and Guatemalan influence + delicious smoothies. It is very popular so maybe avoid on weekends
Craft beer and food trucks in a nice open area. Kid and pet friendly. They have a bus leaving periodically from the Central Park of Antigua to the brewery since it is about a 15 minute drive from Antigua
59 locals recommend
Cervecería 14
Craft beer and food trucks in a nice open area. Kid and pet friendly. They have a bus leaving periodically from the Central Park of Antigua to the brewery since it is about a 15 minute drive from Antigua
Small, simple diner with authentic local food. Don't expect any luxuries but the food is very good and it is cheap. It is located behind a store so you have to ask about the "Comedor de la Canche".
Tienda La Canche Urizar
Unnamed RoadSmall, simple diner with authentic local food. Don't expect any luxuries but the food is very good and it is cheap. It is located behind a store so you have to ask about the "Comedor de la Canche".
Antigua Brewing Company
15 7a Calle PonienteMicrobrewery with a terrace with a great view
You can find typical food from all the regions of the country. This place is fancier and more expensive than the La Canche diner.
33 locals recommend
La Fonda de la Calle Real
12 5a Avenida NorteYou can find typical food from all the regions of the country. This place is fancier and more expensive than the La Canche diner.
This is a gourmet twist to traditional food. It is also in the precier range.
29 locals recommend
Los Tres Tiempos
No.7 5a Avenida NorteThis is a gourmet twist to traditional food. It is also in the precier range.
Fridas
Mexican food + live music
Helados Exóticos, Sobremesa
4 4 Avenida SurUnique flavor ice cream
Rincón Típico
3a Avenida SurCheap but nice restaurante that serves traditional food.
Sightseeing
Central Park
4 Avenida NorteCerro de la Cruz
Arco de Santa Catalina
28 5a Avenida NorteEarth Lodge
Has a great view + restaurant
Arts & Culture
Convento de las Capuchinas
Cooperación Española
6a Avenida NorteShopping
Handicraft Market
Mercado de Artesanias
3a Avenida NorteChichicastenango Market
6a CalleThursdays and Sundays. The earliest you get there the better.
Parks & Nature
volcano Agua
It is the easiest/fastest to climb and you can sometimes see lava and the smoke coming out.
59 locals recommend
Pacaya
It is the easiest/fastest to climb and you can sometimes see lava and the smoke coming out.
The climb takes about four hours. You can spend the night there or start your climb after midnight so you can see the sunrise and the fire volcano from the top.
6 locals recommend
Acatenango Volcano
Ruta Volcán AcatenangoThe climb takes about four hours. You can spend the night there or start your climb after midnight so you can see the sunrise and the fire volcano from the top.