Exploring the Rich Coffee Culture of Antigua, Guatemala

Home to some of the best coffee farms and cafes in the world, Guatemala is one of the top travel destinations for coffee lovers in the Americas! 

Antigua, Guatemala recently topped National Geographic’s list of must-visit cities in 2025, and with good reason - in addition to being one of the best preserved Spanish colonial towns outside of Europe, it’s also an ideal hub for coffee-related tourism. San Miguel Escobar, a small town just outside of Antigua, has been a hub for coffee production since the mid-1800s. Today, the neighborhood is home to a thriving community of coffee farmers who partner through a local co-op to share resources and gain access to higher-end equipment that allows them to produce the highest quality of coffee possible. 

Partnering with Local Coffee Farms

Through our local partnerships, we support the local community and families directly - giving you exclusive hands-on experience, visiting both the local farms, and the family homes to learn more about what makes their generations-old process so special. After a walk through the farm and learning about the planting, maintenance, and harvest process, return to your hosts’ home to learn the traditional way to roast, grind, and brew your freshly dried beans!

Artisanal coffee shops we love in Antigua

Back in Antigua, there are seemingly endless options of cafes to continue your caffeinated quest for the best cup in town, but we have a few favorites we recommend you make time to visit!

1. Artista de Café

Our top spot for the ultimate third-wave coffee experience! From carefully crafted specialty drinks to masterfully pulled espresso shots and pour-overs, it offers a curated menu of artisanal beverages in a vibrant, culturally rich setting.

2. Flor de Café

A specialty coffee shop, offering artisanal coffee, craft beer, homemade desserts, and picturesque views of Lake Atitlán, perfect for savoring the essence of Guatemalan coffee culture.

3. Alegría Cafe

A vibrant coffee shop located right within the heart of the city center, offering expertly brewed local beans, creative drinks, and a colorful atmosphere that celebrates Guatemalan culture.

We enjoyed exploring Guatemala’s rich coffee culture - from its historic coffee farms in San Miguel Escobar to the vibrant café scene in Antigua. Every moment was a celebration of flavor, history, and community. If this sounds like your kind of adventure - we’re taking it all in on our Guatemala: Antigua to Atitlan this year.

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