Going to Antigua

What to do in Antigua

by Candyce H. Stapen

A Guatemalan journey is best for families with gradeschoolers and teens who enjoy eco-adventures and learning about different cultures. Climb Tikal's temples (see El Peten), join a schoolyard soccer game, and bargain for brightly woven backpacks at local markets. The rainforest thrums with the sounds of howler monkeys, Maya villages prove that their people are far from extinct, and Lake Atitlan (see Lake Atitlan) ranks among the world's most scenic lakes. Guatemala's moderate prices also appeal to travelers.

After landing in Guatemala City, most visitors head to Antigua, about 45 minutes away. Located...

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