Antigua travel guide

Antigua Tourism | Antigua Guide

You're Going to Love Antigua

With a population of 39.368, Antigua is the largest city in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 100 days in order to fully appreciate everything Antigua has to offer.

Where to Eat in Antigua

If you’re looking for affordable options, Villa Bokéh - Bokéh 3.1 (Lote 3, Camino A Finca San Nicolás) and Casa Escobar Antigua (6a Avenida Norte no.3) are great picks.

When to visit Antigua

Antigua in June
Estimated hotel price
RM 586
1 night at 3-star hotel
Antigua in June
Estimated hotel price
RM 586
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Antigua

Plane

When flying to Antigua, you’ll arrive at La Aurora Airport, Guatemala (GUA), which is located 22 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Antigua, you’ll arrive at La Aurora Airport, Guatemala (GUA), which is located 22 km from the city centre.

Airports near Antigua

Airlines serving Antigua

KLM
Good (856 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,513 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,611 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,308 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,573 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,943 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,473 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,823 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,618 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,608 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,540 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,355 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (471 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (329 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,327 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (816 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (990 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (776 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (606 reviews)
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Where to stay in Antigua

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo to great affordable options like the Meson Panza Verde, Antigua offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 427 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 706 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Yellow House Hostel B&B and Posada San Vicente By Ahs.

Where to stay in popular areas of Antigua

Most booked hotels in Antigua

Camino Real Antigua
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 593+
Porta Hotel Antigua
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 966+
Hotel Museo Spa Casa Santo Domingo
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,146+
Holiday Inn Guatemala
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 559+
Grand Tikal Futura Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 568+
Barceló Guatemala City
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 431+

Hiring a car in Antigua

Expect to pay RM 5.74 per litre in Antigua (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 68.78 and RM 91.70. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Antigua, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 5.74 per litre in Antigua (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 68.78 and RM 91.70. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Antigua, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.