Guatemala · CITY TOURS IN GUATEMALA CITY
The capital rewards a guide more than almost anywhere else in the country. These 15 cover the historic centre, the markets, the museums and the food streets, with prices, pickup points and how long each one runs.
Private Guatemala City airport to Antigua shuttle review covering comfort, safety, timing, drivers, value, traffic, and booking tips.
“Seamless and easy pick up/ drop off. Friendly and swift communication, will certainly book again! (Guatemala City airport to Antigua)”
Review of Lake Atitlán’s boat cruise from Guatemala City, with volcano views, Santiago, Panajachel, guide advice, costs, and travel tips.
“The views of the lake was nice. The ride to the lake was very long. We did not expect to be in a van for over 8 hours. I would not recommend this tour if you have back problems or don’t like bumpy roads. We would not book it again.”
Review of Antigua Guatemala’s full-day shared tour, with colonial churches, volcano views, hotel pickup, walking tips, price, and practical advice.
“The guide was from a local company subcontracted by Viator. He was well organized, had useful and suggestions for meals and place to visit after the tour and gave a very complete historical and cultural presentation of Guatemala and Antigua.”
Explore Guatemala City in four hours, from Berlin Wall fragments and volcano views to historic plazas, murals, markets, and local insight.
“It was a great cultural experience! Our guide was super knowledgeable and friendly, he did such a great job!”
Review of the Lake Atitlan day tour from Guatemala City or Antigua, with boat rides, Mayan workshops, guides, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“I gave this 3 stars because of the views. The itinerary states, "we will participate in 3 cultural workshops: One of the natural dyeing of textiles, one of the medicinal herbs used by the indigenous people, and a chocolate workshop." We only did the first one. Also I requested an English speaking guide in my booking. 5% of the tour was in English. I did reach out to the company via What's app, however nothing changed. I also stated how we didn't follow the itinerary according to the description. The guide truly did what he wanted to do. I basically paid $300 for a bus ride. We were supposed to…”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano and Kawilal Hot Springs tour from Guatemala City, including hiking, costs, transport, lunch, and practical tips.
“The hike is s very important part of this trip. That cannot be understated. But it's worth it. 10/10 would recommend. Definitely recommend bringing a speaker. Food was good. The spa at the end was necessary.”
Review this private Guatemala City to Lake Atitlan transfer, with airport pickup, scenic stops, local food, pricing, timing, and booking tips.
“Friendly driver, very knowledgeable about our trip, route and safety. Simple set up with a meeting spot and a drop off. I highly recommend a private shuttle, book with confidence.”
Review of Guatemala City’s 3-hour sightseeing tour, with historic plazas, markets, volcano views, hotel pickup, guide tips, and honest value advice.
“For this private tour I had the great Juan Pablo as my tour guide, who spoke perfect English. I also had the great driver Mynor. The ride was in a silver air conditioned comfortable minivan with tinted windows so no one could see in. We drove down the Avenida Las AmericaRead more”
Review of Guatemala City’s $30 walking and public bus tour, covering Zone 1 landmarks, Central Market, local guides, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Excellent walking tour. It ended up being just me and my partner so we had a private tour! Armando was very informative and friendly, and knew a lot about Guatemala City from his experiences working there and being a previous firefighter! He imparted a lot of information, including about the government structure, Mayan history, and architecture. We saw lots of things within zone 1, and went to places we wouldn't have known about. Highly recommended!”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano trip from Guatemala City, with hike details, lava expectations, horse option, guides, price, and practical tips.
“This was a amazing trip, I was on a business trip alone and was I little concerned about going on a tour not speaking spanish. But my drive was named Nicth and the guide was a lady named Clara who I had not problem communicate with. I would highly recommend the both of them.”
Compare Maya ruins and colonial Antigua on a full-day tour from Guatemala City, with hotel pickup, a guide, entrances, and practical travel tips.
“My trip was well worth the money. Great experience and even more of an amazing tour guide. If you are big into religion this is the trip for you.”
Ride Guatemala City’s monuments, plazas, and historic center on a guided three-hour bike tour with hotel transport, snacks, and safety support.
“The hosts of the tour were very nice and pleasant. The pick up and drop off were easy going. The tour is easy to do and acceptable for a wide range of age groups. I support this company and hope that many people in the future will give it a try”
Ride Guatemala City’s cycle paths past volcano views, plazas, monuments, and the Relief Map on this active four-hour tour.
“Really great way of seeing the city. Highlight was the Mapa en relieve But enjoyed everything especially listening to the history while biking”
Explore Guatemala City in three hours, from La Reforma and Yurrita Church to the Central Market and volcano views, with hotel pickup.
“Juan Pablo es un excelente guía de los mejores qué he tenido tiene mucha cultura y la comparte de una manera extraordinaria, William es un excelente chofer con muy buena disposición, el transporte es de primera, amplio cómodo y muy limpio muchas gracias aproveché muy bien el poco tiempo que tenía en la ciudad, gracias por las recomendaciones fueron excelentes!! recomiendo mucho hacer éste tour, gracias!!”
Explore Guatemala City’s historic zones with Guillermo, from the Map Diorama to Centro Cívico and Cuatro Grados Norte.
“Guillermo speaks several languages and explained us very well the history of Guatemala City and the main landmarks. He also gave us many insights and had lots of patience with our questions. We walked across the City and it was very relaxed and always fehlt safe. The tour I can highly recommend if you like to make yourself familiar with the City and its history. Excellent Tour, thank you so much!”
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