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Tour of Catholic Processions During Holy Week in Guatemala City
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7 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English, Spanish
Overview
Although Semana Santa is when most visitors travel to Antigua, it’s not the only place to experience the Easter celebrations in Guatemala. The Holy Week is the commemoration of the passion (last days) and death of Jesus Christ through processions.
Holy Week can be a good time to visit Guatemala City. The historical center will be filled with beautiful and solemn religious processions and colorful sawdust carpets as well. Grab your camera and capture the meaningful moments that you´ll see on this heartwarming tour.
You can start taking this tour during The Easter season—known as Lent—which begins on Ash Wednesday with Decorated churches and special vigils, or explore the City’s Holy Week. Please check the dates of Holy Week in Guatemala for reference
All the religious floats during the holy week are a "not to miss" when you visit Guatemala. But there are 4 special processions you should keep in mind when booking your tour:
- Palm Sunday
- Good Friday
- Holy Saturday
- Easter Sunday
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
07:00 AM
Pickup points
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Pickup details
We pick up all travelers at the motor lobby of their hotel or accommodation in Guatemala City
What To Expect
Plaza de la Constitucion
The place to start a sightseeing tour through the historic center of Guatemala City must be the Constitution Square (officially: Plaza Mayor de la Constitución), which has also been called Central Park since it is in the heart of Zone 1, the city downtown. This area has the most important government, financial and administrative buildings in the country.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Is an imposing twin towered structure. Built in the neoclassical style with completion in 1815. The cathedral has survived three major earthquakes: 1830, 1917, and 1976. During Lent and Holy week the cathedral will be decorated with catholic fabrics and colorful vigils.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Palacio Nacional
This beautiful green building was constructed between 1939 and 1943 by Jorge Ubico (by-then President) to be the National Palace or house of the government. It was declared Historic, Cultural and Artistic Patrimony of Guatemala in November 1980 and it is now open to the public as a museum.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
This is a Neoclassical church constructed in the 18th century. During the Holy Week, there's a lot of vigils within the church. Its main procession or religious float goes out on "Passion Saturday'' (16th of Apr) with the precious images of Nazarene Jesus and the Sorrow Virgin.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Iglesia Santo domingo
Santo Domingo is a Neoclassic church constructed during the 18th century. During Holy Week, its most famous procession is the "Buried Lord" on Good Friday (April 15th, 2022).
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Guatemala City
During the day, to move from one point to another, we will see the beautiful streets of the city and the people preparing the natural carpets. The streets are full of architecture, color, and Christian fervor, especially during this season.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Guatemala City
The last part of the day will be to take you back to your hotel so you can rest. We hope this is a day that you enjoy and learn about Holy Week in Guatemala, the meaning of each offering, and the natural carpets, so you take home a nice memory.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please do not wear shorts or strapless/short sleeves shirts
- Not recommended for enoclophobia, fear of crowds of people
Operated by Guat2do Travel Experiences
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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