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Antigua Guatemala 2-Day Itinerary (1 Nights)

A 2-day route through Antigua Guatemala grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Volcán de Agua · Nature·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Volcán de Agua

    Nature

    An extinct volcano near Antigua Guatemala, rising to 3,760 m. On clear days it's a landmark clearly visible from anywhere in the city.

  2. After lunch
    San Francisco Church

    Temples & religious sites · 10 km from the previous stop

    San Francisco Church is a favorite place of worship for locals in Antigua Guatemala, known as a shrine holding the remains of Saint Pedro de Betancur. It offers a quiet space to explore, steeped in faith and history.

  3. Afternoon
    Palace of the Captain Generals

    Castles & palaces · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    This grand building stands on the central square of Antigua Guatemala and houses the National Art Museum of Guatemala. It's a historic landmark worth a quick stop while exploring the square.

  4. Evening
    National Museum of Guatemalan Art

    Museums & galleries · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    An art museum in Antigua Guatemala showcasing Guatemalan artwork. It's a pleasant place to browse and take your time.

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DAY 2

Around Antigua Guatemala Cathedral · Temples & religious sites·Nature

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  1. Morning
    Antigua Guatemala Cathedral

    Temples & religious sites

    Antigua Guatemala Cathedral began construction in 1545 using stone brought from the Almolonga Valley. It stands partly on the site of the original cathedral, which was destroyed in the 1773 earthquake, carrying traces of that history.

  2. After lunch
    Church and Convent of Society of Jesus

    Temples & religious sites · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    A religious complex in Antigua Guatemala, combining a monastery and church built by the Jesuits in the late 17th century. Once home to priests, monks, and students, it offers a glimpse into the city's old religious heritage.

  3. Afternoon
    La Merced Church

    Temples & religious sites · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    A Catholic church in Antigua, Guatemala, built in the mid-18th century and consecrated in 1767. It's a great spot to admire centuries-old church architecture.

  4. Evening
    Villalobos River

    Nature · 10.5 km from the previous stop

    The Villalobos River is a Guatemalan tributary that flows into Lake Amatitlán. It's a great way to take in the natural scenery of the lake basin along the way.

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Around Volcán de Agua, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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