Things to do & places to visit in Sacatepequez Department, Guatemala

Sacatepequez Department #1 destination in Guatemala 2023. The average rating score is 4.55 based on 18.8k traveler reviews, of 59 attractions. Timezone: America/Guatemala, current date and time: Thursday, May 09, 2024, 13:45.

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5.0 Acatenango Volcano (1.213 reviews)
- Summiting the Acatenango Volcano to see Volcán de Fuego
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Volcanos

We (group of 2) enjoyed a wonderul experience of hiking up the Acatenango Volcano and saw and heard the Volcán de Fuego erupting all evening and well into the night. Our guide Ronal Real was very well experienced, super knowledgeable and made it all possible within safety to enjoy the hike and the summiting at its best. We were really lucky with the weather and enjoyed a dry hike up as well as a dry evening wehre we had at our view the magnificent and roaring Volcán de Fuego (I wish I had better photography equipment for the night shots/videos!). Next day we were not so lucky with the weather as the clouds did not clear upto see the sun coming out but still it was a great experience to hike up to the summit over the ridge and see the craters. 5 stars go to our guide Ronal Real! See more..
5.0 Casa del Jade (651 reviews)
- Interesting overview of jade
Thursday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops • Speciality Museums • Lessons & Workshops

Casa del Jade, since 1,977, invites everyone to discover the beautiful world of the stone of Heaven, Jade. Through a guided tour in our Museum you will discover the importance of this stone since ancient times until today, you will be able to appreciate how Jade is handcrafted, and then enjoy the largest Jade jewelry exhibit in Central America. Don't miss the opportunity to acquire a piece of Ancient history transformed into beautiful jewels and pieces of art. See more..
5.0 Caoba Farms (327 reviews)
- Dreamy brunch in the middle of an organic farm
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Farms • Gardens • Flea & Street Markets

All organic farm that also offers tours, volunteering, a farm-to-table restaurant, a store, farmers markets on Saturdays and Sundays (live music, vendors, yoga and other activities..), and much more! Check out our homepage for more details and follow us on Facebook (caoba farms) and Instagram (caobafarms) to keep posted! See more..
5.0 Small Change 4 Big Change (21 reviews)
- Fabulous cultural experience
Cultural Tours

I took two 12 yr olds to the weaving and tortilla making workshop. We loved it. The women give a detailed description of traditional weaving and traditional foods in Spanish, then they teach how to use the back strap loom. They have rescue animals that are very friendly. We also made tortillas. The town is lovely and it’s so nice to get outside of the touristy bustle of Antigua. Highly recommend this experience and a wonderful organization to support. See more..
5.0 La Nueva Fábrica (19 reviews)
- Beautiful new gallery in Antigua...
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

La Nueva Fábrica is an art space that supports creative exploration through galleries for exhibitions and community events, an artist residency program, and multidisciplinary workshops and studios. Explore galleries with rotating exhibits of contemporary art and historic photography, peruse our design store, savor a refreshment at our café inside two racing buses, and enjoy our gardens. See more..
5.0 Xtrema Bungee (16 reviews)
- So fun!!!
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Adrenaline & Extreme Tours

I had the best time!! I was picked up where I was staying (awesome) and then taken to the bungee site. It was very nerve wracking being buckled in but they have extra buckles to keep you safe. Going up in the air so fast was insane!!! I haven't had an adrenaline rush like that in so long and I think everyone should do it. Also, them having beer for you after is really great, and needed. Then I was driven back to where I'm staying but not before I was taken to arrange my shuttle to the next city. It was totally unexpected and awesome how nice they are I'm not sure when I will be back but I would recommend this to anyone, it was a great experience!!! See more..
5.0 Urban HeArt Guate (11 reviews)
- Excellent Cultural tour of hope and beauty
Cultural Tours • Hop-On Hop-Off Tours • Private Tours

Excellent tour! I have now done it 3 times and every time it's better and more educational. What this community is doing to elevate themselves through art and music is so impressive. Meeting the people behind this project, who are also the guides, and truly tell us their story gives so much hope and beauty. One of the more highly recommend tours for sure! See more..
5.0 Cafe Entre Volcanes Pequenos Productores (10 reviews)
- Fantastic and very special experience
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Coffee & Tea Tours

I was lucky enough to learn about this authentic and amazing coffee tour while sipping on my coffee in Cafe GuateJave in Antigua. A cafe that supports small coffee farmers. Will, the barista, arranged the tour for me. After the arrival in Escobar, farmer Eduardo showed us the coffee trees. He was very knowledgeable about the coffee growing and making process. Eduardo invited us to his house where his charismatic and adorable wife Franziska roasted the coffee beans for us. She also showed us how to manually grind the beans. It was an absolute amazing experience, very personal in our small group of three people. At the end we got to take a bag of coffee beans home and I bought a very cool little coffee bag (15q). It feels good to support small businesses and make sure the money reaches the farmer directly without middle man. Muchos Gracias to Eduardo & Franziska. This memory will stay with me :) See more..
5.0 Monte Maria Disc Golf Course (8 reviews)
- A Must Play!
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Golf Courses

Guatemala's first official disc golf course! With the support of the Paul McBeth Foundation, MMDGC has 18 holes with professional baskets. Rates: Kids play for free Locals Q25 Travelers Q75 We have discs at the course to borrow if you don't have your own. See more..
5.0 Finca Los Nietos (5 reviews)
- An excellent coffee adventure!
Speciality & Gift Shops
Private coffee farm within a friendly third-world Guatemalan village. A farm where coffee is produced from crop to cup. Also available: Separate 1 bedroom home with bath/kitchen/ living room. Apartment attached to main house,full bath(shower) kitchen & living room.Main home may be available at certain times of the year! two bedrooms, two baths. kitchen living room etc. Gorgeous Spanish porch which looks at Agua Volcano. See more..
5.0 Nobi (2 reviews)
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

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5.0 Antigua Spa Resort (2 reviews)
- Antigua city
Spas

Probably one of the most surreal places I have ever been in the world. From the beautifully historical ruins of Antigua city , surrounded by ancient, still active volcanos , with the most hospitable and friendly people I have ever come across. A back packers dream with extremely cheap accomodation and excellent inexpensive quality food and loads of cool bars , Ocelot , to name one , an amazing place filled with locals , and tourists alike. A well heeled travellers dream , with hotels of perfection , luxurious sumptuous foods and wines . All this amidst one of the poorest places on earth . The Mayan people , in my experience have little if any wealth , even less education and yet seem so happy . Well on the outside at least. I suppose ignorance is bliss , in some respects. I have been a couple of times now , helping with a childrens charity I support. A very rewarding thing indeed. Walking around the main market is a real eye opener , watching the local people interact with each other , culturally , is quite amazing . I recommend anyone to take a trip there . You will not be disappointed . See more..
5.0 El Reino del Jade, S.A. (1 review)
Speciality & Gift Shops

We are a company with 15 years of being in the market, dedicated to show the mayan culture, creating handmade pieces with Jade an also making jewelry with Jade and precious metals like gold and silver. See more..
5.0 Observatorio Siggi (1 review)
- SIGGI Observatorio
Spent 1-2 hours Observatories & Planetariums

Spektakuläre Aussicht auf die 3 Vulkane Fuego (aktiv), Acatenango und Agua
alle ca. 3.800 Meter hoch.
Im Oservatorium gibt es Teleskope, Mikroskope und einen Vorführraum.
Auch ein guter Blick auf die Kaffeplantagen.
Nur 15 Minuten von La Antigua entfernt. See more..
5.0 Cre8 Antigua (1 review)
Spent 2-3 hours Civic Centres

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4.5 Pacaya Volcano (2.630 reviews)
- Good hike, not super difficult. Interesting volcano to see!
Volcanos

We went with an organized tour bus out of Antigua, which took drove us there then handed us off to a local guide for the hike, which is pretty standard. You can book a tour for a wide range of prices, but I don't see much difference, so I'm not sure what makes it worth paying 2-3x as much for some of them. The hike isn't too difficult if you are in shape at all. Enjoyable with some nice views. Due to eruptions a year or two ago, you can't go to the summit, but you go to a nice viewing area where you can see the steam coming out of the top and vents on the side. Then hike down to the edge of the lava field where the guides roast marshmallows over hot spots that they've found. We had some really great views of the other volcanos around Antigua (Fuego, Agua,...) as wellas the whole valley on the hike back down. We did the morning hike, because we thought there was a better chance of good visibility. They also offered evening hikes where you might get to see Fuego's glowing lava. See more..
4.5 ChocoMuseo (2.416 reviews)
- Great Workshop, Great Information
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Cacao and chocolate museum in Antigua, Guatemala. Learn about the history of cacao, the cacao tree and cacao in Guatemala. ChocoMuseo has its own artisanal chocolate factory which makes chocolate from organic Guatemalan cacao beans. ChocoMuseo also offers chocolate workshops to make your own chocolate. A unique experience for the whole family. See more..
4.5 The Plaza Central Park (1.974 reviews)
- Beautiful centrally located shaded park full of vendors
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

This town square, with tree-lined streets and old colonial buildings, is a popular gathering place for locals and tourists. See more..
4.5 Arco de Santa Catalina (1.719 reviews)
- Obligatory photo stop in antigua
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Ancient Ruins

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. See more..
4.5 Casa Santo Domingo Museums (1.604 reviews)
- Really incredible exhibit.
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums • Art Museums • History Museums

This is actually a group of museums which surround the grounds of Santa Domingo. For 40 Q (about $5:00) you tour through several buildings: an art gallery (with working artist), a Pharmacy Museum, and a couple additional museums. The jewel is the last one. They have put together an incredible exhibit which pairs Pre-Columbian artifacts with modern versions of the same subject. It is simply brilliant and is worth the price by itself. See more..
4.5 Cerro de la Cruz (1.454 reviews)
- Beautiful Views
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

Cerro de la Cruz gives awesome views of the city. We went early early in the day; definitely recommended to avoid the heat the sun brings in the afternoon. I also recommend taking a tuk tuk/taxi/Uber up the hill if you aren't in great shape. It is a fairly steep climb. There are several vantage points for pictures, but you aren't likely to spend more than an hour visiting. It is absolutely worth the time for the beautiful views! See more..
4.5 Iglesia de La Merced (1.087 reviews)
- Really ornate, well built, functional church
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Churches & Cathedrals

Destroyed twice by earthquakes, this 1548 church was rebuilt in the 1700s to withstand earthquakes and boasts a lovely yellow façade and a huge stone fountain, reputed to be the largest in Central America. See more..
4.5 Convento de las Capuchinas (559 reviews)
- Marvellous place, but with an experienced guide.
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Ancient Ruins

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. See more..
4.5 Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande (539 reviews)
- Def Add to Your Antigua List!
Historic Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

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. See more..
4.5 Cathedral de Santiago (441 reviews)
- A 15 minute stop to visit the ruins
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Religious Sites

The original church, constructed in 1543 was damaged in an earthquake and was rebuilt in the 17th century. See more..
4.5 Convento Santa Clara (303 reviews)
- Santa Clara Convent, Antigua- Guatemala
Ancient Ruins

These ruins, like so many others in the city, are the effects of several devastating earthquakes over the last 200 years. See more..
4.5 Centro Cultural La Azotea (198 reviews)
- Fun for all ages
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

Community, culture and nature on a 150-year-old coffee farm. Fun activities and various places to eat and drink - in a beautiful green environment. Coffee Museum & Coffee Tour Museum of Mayan Music (Casa K'ojom) Chocolate Workshop Equestrian Club (horseback riding & classes) Gift Shop various Restaurants Beer Garden Café Bike Rental Natural Dyes Workshop Mini Golf /kid-friendly, pet-friendly, accessible, 5-10 mins from Antigua/ See more..
4.5 Valhalla Experimental Station (178 reviews)
- Peace and Beauty
Spent 1-2 hours Farms

Valhalla Macadamia Farm is a family-owned and -run organic macadamia plantation. Our aim is to promote the planting of macadamia trees for indigenous communities to provide them with an income, food security and also to promote sustainability, the preservation of the environment and atmospheric carbon sequestration. Your visit will include a short tour of our plantation and samples of our chocolates, nuts and skin care products. Visitors can also enjoy a free facial massage with our natural skin care products made of macadamia oil. In our garden restaurant, visitors can enjoy our delicious and famous macadamia pancakes, as well as other breakfast dishes and sandwiches. Come and enjoy our beautiful gardens and clean air. We are ope every day from 8 to 4, monday through sunday. Hope to see you there soon! Hope to see you there soon! See more..
4.5 La Recoleccion (145 reviews)
- Amazing!
Ancient Ruins

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. See more..
4.5 Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo (144 reviews)
- Mayan material
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Textile Museum Cultural Center , Indigenous Maya Textiles , Weaving Classes and Traditional Guatemalan Food. See more..