Religious site
Iglesia y Convento de las Capuchinas, Antigua Guatemala
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
The Iglesia y Convento de las Capuchinas is a former convent for Capuchin nuns, founded in the 18th century. Its most distinctive feature is a circular tower that once served as a novitiate, with a central courtyard and small cells around the perimeter. Below ground, a series of narrow, dark cells with tiny windows were used for solitary prayer and reflection. The site also includes a beautiful garden and a small museum with religious art. The ruins convey the strict, contemplative life of the nuns.
Don't miss
- Explore the unique circular tower with its ring of tiny cells around a central patio.
- Descend into the underground cells to experience the nuns' austere living conditions.
- Stroll through the peaceful garden and visit the on-site museum.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Iglesia y Convento de las Capuchinas, Antigua Guatemala
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inThe Mayan Ritual: Self Guided Cacao Ceremony in Antigua Guatemala4.7★ · 12 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →
Most bookedPrivate Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala4.9★ · 243 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$30 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Transfer From Antigua to Guatemala City / Airport5★ · 20 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$30 per personSee dates →More attractions in Antigua