Antigua, Guatemala Vacations
Antigua, Guatemala, known for its Baroque-style Colonial architecture and ancient ruins, ranks among the top vacation destinations in Central America as well as Guatemala.
Mystical vistas of Volcan de Fuego and Volcan de Agua, both active volcanoes, provide a dramatic backdrop as you stroll the colorful cobblestone streets of Antigua, once the Spanish capital of Central America. Now Antigua is a nightlife and dining gem, one of the top tourism attractions in Guatemala.
From Budget Hostels to Luxury Hotels
Antigua lodging options range from hostels to mid-range hotels to elegant resorts with ornate gardens. Budget hostels in Antigua run from $6 a night for a dorm to $15 for a room with private bath, hot water and cable TV.
Dining in Antigua
Budget to upscale restaurants offer basic to world class dining. Besides Guatemala cuisine, you will find Mexican, Italian, French, Thai, Indian and other international cuisine in this smorgasbord of restaurants in Antigua.
Tours and Things to Do in Antigua
Things to do include hiking tours of Volcan Pacaya (the most active volcano in the Americas), coffee tours, horseback riding, rock-climbing, mountain-biking. Shopping for jade and silver jewelry, Maya textiles and other handicrafts, and paintings by local artists is another fun thing to do, even if you never actually buy anything.
It is also relaxing to simply stroll the quaint cobblestones streets of Antigua to see the famed Arch of Santa Catalina and the ruins of several cathedrals and other Colonial buildings.
Travel agencies book tours to the Maya pyramids at Tikal and to the site at Copan in nearby Honduras. You will also find tours to less well known sites and towns as well as to the market at Chichicastenango. 
