Comalapa Cultural and Farm Experience from Antigua Guatemala
ID: GYG986166-1530294
Category:
Country: Guatemala
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Explore Comalapa’s vibrant art scene, visit local galleries and the colorful market, then walk through farms to see seasonal fruits and vegetables. A perfect blend of culture and countryside!
Immerse yourself in the artistic and agricultural heart of Guatemala with a full-day tour to San Juan Comalapa, a town known as the "Florence of America" for its rich cultural legacy and vibrant community of artists.
We begin the day with a visit to the famous art galleries and studios of local painters, where you’ll see colorful murals and meet artists whose work reflects Maya heritage, daily life, and powerful social themes.
Next, we’ll stroll through the lively local market, where you’ll observe the rhythm of daily life, taste seasonal fruits, and see how the community trades fresh produce, textiles, and handmade goods.
In the afternoon, we head to a local farm, where you’ll enjoy a guided walk through fields of corn, beans, avocados, coffee, and strawberries—depending on the season. You’ll learn about traditional farming methods and get a glimpse of the Guatemalan countryside lifestyle.
Highlights
- Walk through seasonal farms and learn about traditional crops
- Connect with local life through art, food, and farming experiences
- Visit local art studios and meet talented Comalapa painters
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Round-trip transportation from Antigua or Guatemala City
- Entrance to art studios and guided tour
- Guided farm visit
- Visit to local market
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
