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The Plaza (Parque Central)
Ollie #4 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4.5 of 5 stars 67 reviews
This town square, with tree-lined streets and old colonial buildings, is a popular gathering place for locals and tourists.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Parks
Church of San Francisco
Ollie #6 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: One of many ruined churches in the city, this multi-domed church is often visited by pilgrims seeking answers to their prayers from Friar Hermano...... more » Owner description: One of many ruined churches in the city, this multi-domed church is often visited by pilgrims seeking answers to their prayers from Friar Hermano Pedro, the beatified 17th-century monk buried inside. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Ancient Ruins
Arco de Santa Catalina
Ollie #9 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: This monumental arch was built as a passageway between the monastery and adjoining school. The buildings were constructed to accommodate an increase...... more » Owner description: This monumental arch was built as a passageway between the monastery and adjoining school. The buildings were constructed to accommodate an increase in religious followers during the 17th century. « less
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
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Convento de las Capuchinas
Ollie #12 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Owner description: This massive convent was a thriving community of nuns from 1736 until the 1773 earthquake, after which it was abandoned. Now open to the public,...... more » Owner description: This massive convent was a thriving community of nuns from 1736 until the 1773 earthquake, after which it was abandoned. Now open to the public, tranquil gardens, sparse nuns’ cells and a terrific view from the roof make this a popular attraction. « less
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  119.5 miles from city center
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Convento Santa Clara
Ollie #17 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
These ruins, like so many others in the city, are the effects of several devastating earthquakes over the last 200 years.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  120.6 miles from city center
Palacio de los Capitanes Generales
Ollie #19 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
This grand palace, parts of which are still in various stages of restoration, is home to several government offices.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
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La Recoleccion
Ollie #23 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: First constructed in the 17th century, this church was destroyed by earthquakes and rebuilt many times. What can be seen today are the remains from...... more » Owner description: First constructed in the 17th century, this church was destroyed by earthquakes and rebuilt many times. What can be seen today are the remains from the last earthquake in 1976. « less
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  118.9 miles from city center
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Casa Popenoe
Ollie #29 of 35 attractions in Antigua Guatemala
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: This beautiful mansion, restored in the 1930s, contains the original paintings, dishes, and other items that have been in the house since its 1636...... more » Owner description: This beautiful mansion, restored in the 1930s, contains the original paintings, dishes, and other items that have been in the house since its 1636 construction. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  120.7 miles from city center
Ayuntamiento
Designed by architect Diego de Porres, this city hall building now houses the Museo de Santiago and Museo del Libro.
Attraction type  History Museums; Government Buildings
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