Taste of Guatemala,Walking Food Tour in Antigua Guatemala

Food is the universal language and our food experience is curated to connect you to the greatest local food in the world. Our expert guide will share with you the many wonders of this city and the magic of the flavors and textures of the Guatemalan Gastronomy.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Gray Line Antigua Guatemala - Tours & Experiences, 2a Calle Oriente, #4B, Antigua Guatemala Antigua, Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

You will be Pick up in our meeting point in Antigua Guatemala, you will meet our guide specialized in gastronomy and will start with an introduction to the Guatemalan Gastronomy History, during our walking we will admire the architecture of the colonial City of Antigua, below a brief summary of what to expect on your way.


Stop At: Antigua, Antigua, Sacatepequez Department

The main foods that were in Mesoamerica before the Conquest were corn, beans, squash, cacao and chili and to remember a bit our past we will have the opportunity to be in touch with local people and will learn how to make tortillas that is made of corn.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: LaAntiguaGuatemala.org, Antigua Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

The Central Park is located at the heart of the city, surrounded by the traditional grid pattern frequently utilized in Spanish urban planning in the colonies. The park is surrounded by the Palace of the Generals Captain, City Hall, the church of San José (formerly the Cathedral of Guatemala), the Archbishop’s Palace and the Portal of Commerce. Here, visitors will also find the Mermaid´s Fountain. The Count of Gomera (Gomera is the word for a rubber plantation) built the fountain in remembrance of a popular legend, which tells the story of a King whose daughters gave birth but did not want to nurse their children. Will learn about this famous story as you immerse yourself in the colonial history of the city.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: LaAntiguaGuatemala.org, Antigua Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

Visit to an emblematic restaurant of Antigua Guatemala well known for its variety of local dishes, we will know what kitchens were like in ancient times and we will taste a delicious Guatemalan desserts made with local ingredients, also we will appreciate the amazing landscape that offers the terrace, from this view we will appreciate the Santa Catalina Arch, La Merced Church and other important buildings from Antigua Guatemala.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Arco de Santa Catalina, 5a Avenida Norte 28, Antigua 03001 Guatemala

On our walking we will appreciate the Santa Catalina Arch and its history.

Stop At: LaAntiguaGuatemala.org, Antigua Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

Continuing our experience we will taste local dishes and we will know about its history, we will have the opportunity to meet the most important dishes for the Guatemala Gastronomy, These creations of culinary art were born during the sixteenth century and represent the fusion of pre-Columbian cuisine with ingredients of Hispanic Arabic origin. Most of the dishes are made with

Vegetables, meats and spices. Also we will have the opportunity to taste an icon dish of Antigua Guatemala, well known for its peculiar flavor and ingredients that make it up.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: LaAntiguaGuatemala.org, Antigua Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

Then continuing our experience we will visit a Guatemalan typical candy shop where we will learn about the elaboration process and history also will appreciate the handmade candies and made of local ingredients and fruits.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: LaAntiguaGuatemala.org, Antigua Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

At the end of our delicious walking transfer back to your hotel.



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Please Note: During holy week ( April 17 – 21, 2019) we do not pick up on hotels, you will be request to move to our meeting point where we will pick up you. Please be ready on the meeting 15 minutes prior the start time of the tour. Our meeting points are: Casa Santo Domingo Hotel and Soleil Hotel"
"Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults"
"Minimum of 2 passengers (adults) is required for the tour to run. If the minimum size is not reached, the tour is subject to cancellation and all tickets are refunded or rescheduled."
"It is recommended that you bring walking shoes, hat, sunglasses, and a camera."
"Please contact local provider if you need a guide in any other language. French, German and Italian in private services, subject to additional costs and guide availability."
"Infants must sit on laps"
"For groups of 10 persons or more, please contact local provider to arrange."
"Most travelers can participate"
"To find pictures of our experiences, search us on Instagram as @graylinetoursgt"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:00 AM
Duration: 3 Hours
Start location: Gray Line Antigua Guatemala - Tours & Experiences, 2a Calle Oriente, #4B, Antigua Guatemala Antigua, Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Bilingual guide Spanish-English
• Pick up in our meeting point
• Food tastings

Not Included

• Meals not mentioned
• Gratuities
• Beverages

Facilities