Self-Guided Tour of Antigua

From $65

Perched in the midst of volcanoes at 5,000 feet above sea level, Antigua is a hip, modern city disguised in colonial clothing.

Armed with a detailed map, you'll explore its charming cobblestone streets, historic churches, monasteries, and local shops independently. Be ready for some walking on uneven colonial streets, but don't worry — the memories you'll make are worth the extra attention to detail.

Energy Level

Duration

7 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Take a scenic drive through Guatemala's lowlands up into the colonial gem of Antigua
Walk around Antigua's charming downtown, stopping at Central Park to see the fountain, the adjacent cathedral, and colonnaded government buildings
Choose your own path around the city — making sure to try some of its world-renowned coffee, craft beer, and food

Need to know

This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
Approximately 1 hour 45-minute drive each way to/from the pier
This Shore Thing is only a round-trip transfer to Antigua
Approximately 3.5 hours of free time in Antigua
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Sailors should expect to walk over cobblestones, uneven pavement, and/or narrow streets
Driving routes follow narrow, single-lane roads where traffic is common; Highway travel is limited in this region

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Ship will wait for you in the event of a delay
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Convenience of one location to shop for your calls

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Self-Guided Tour of Antigua

Perched in the midst of volcanoes at 5,000 feet above sea level, Antigua is a hip, modern city disguised in colonial clothing.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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