Private Community and Cultural Tour of Jocotenango
Overview
This community tour promotes the integral development of a generally marginalized community in Jocotenango and allows visitors to witness social transformation through art.
The tour was designed and is guided by young artists and activists from the same community, all activities within the tour are approved and supported by residents of the village to which it is visited and contribute to its integral development.
The tour uses TukTuks to transport visitors from the starting point to each point of the itinerary, that is: from La Azotea to the square, from the square to the bus station, from the bus station to the Vista Hermosa community and from Vista Hermosa back to the starting point, La Azotea.
The cost of the tour includes this transportation.
The tour was designed and is guided by young artists and activists from the same community, all activities within the tour are approved and supported by residents of the village to which it is visited and contribute to its integral development.
The tour uses TukTuks to transport visitors from the starting point to each point of the itinerary, that is: from La Azotea to the square, from the square to the bus station, from the bus station to the Vista Hermosa community and from Vista Hermosa back to the starting point, La Azotea.
The cost of the tour includes this transportation.
Inclusions
- Soda/Pop
- Private transportation
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Plazuela de Jocotenango, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Participants will hear a little about the history of the municipality of Jocotenango and about the lives of young artists.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Estación de Buses Los Llanos, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
The largest mural in Jocotenango is presented, made by local artists and the municipal market is known.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Aldea Vista Hermosa, Jocotenango, Sacatepequez, H7M6+WC9, Jocotenango, Guatemala
Artistic murals made with the support of Urban HeArt by local urban artists are presented, a viewpoint within the community is visited, a tortilla workshop is held with a community leader, a presentation of urban art is observed.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Plazuela de Jocotenango, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Participants will hear a little about the history of the municipality of Jocotenango and about the lives of young artists.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Estación de Buses Los Llanos, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
The largest mural in Jocotenango is presented, made by local artists and the municipal market is known.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Aldea Vista Hermosa, Jocotenango, Sacatepequez, H7M6+WC9, Jocotenango, Guatemala
Artistic murals made with the support of Urban HeArt by local urban artists are presented, a viewpoint within the community is visited, a tortilla workshop is held with a community leader, a presentation of urban art is observed.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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December 2021
You start at a coffee finca where you meet your guide. You travel via tuktuk to the Jocotenango town square and then up into the hillside neighborhood. See first hand how art is changing the community and creating a better future for everyone involved. We met the artists (street art and break da...
You start at a coffee finca where you meet your guide. You travel via tuktuk to the Jocotenango town square and then up into the hillside neighborhood. See first hand how art is changing the community and creating a better future for everyone involved. We met the artists (street art and break dancers) who are working here regularly. This tour is a way to see a part of the real Guatemala that's outside the main tourist areas of Antigua and do so in a way that's respectful (and invited) by the local community. Change is happening here. Come see it! Our tour was offered by Jhoan in English, and he translated for others we met during the tour. Total time was ~2 hours, but it isn't the type of tour with an exact timeline. Don't expect to be back at an precise time. We met and talked to many people along the way. Upon return to the finca we enjoyed a nice lunch at the beer garden (not included in tour, but very convenient)R4254UMellenm
December 2021
Urban HeArt Guatemala provides an awesome tour and a unique look into the lives of this incredible group of artists! The guides share their personal stories of growing up in the sometimes rough hood of Jocotenango and what inspired them to want to create great change for their community. You get ...
Urban HeArt Guatemala provides an awesome tour and a unique look into the lives of this incredible group of artists! The guides share their personal stories of growing up in the sometimes rough hood of Jocotenango and what inspired them to want to create great change for their community. You get an insider’s view of how the empowered youth want to make their world a better place. We took a fun TukTuk ride to three great stops. Starting in the Jocotenango Parque Central, the tour guides painted the picture of what it was like to grow up in this transformational town. Then we explored a colorful local market which is also the site for the largest graffiti mural in Joco. Finally, we took a serendipitous walk wandering through the streets… we strolled by where the artists are painting incredible murals of graffiti art to express themselves and to beautify their community. We were also treated to an amazing break dance demonstration that showed incredible creativity and talent. It’s an off the beaten path, truly authentic experience not to be missed!John F
December 2021
A fascinating tour by youth leaders to hear their inspiring stories and interpret the many new beautiful murals transforming the community. I loved hearing about the deep symbolism in the art - they literally paint a vision of a changed community without violence and with opportunity. Our tour al...
A fascinating tour by youth leaders to hear their inspiring stories and interpret the many new beautiful murals transforming the community. I loved hearing about the deep symbolism in the art - they literally paint a vision of a changed community without violence and with opportunity. Our tour also included a brilliant break dancing performance by the recent winner of the central american break dancing competition!