Must-see nightlife in Antigua

  • Antigua Brewing Company

    Antigua

    Put your Gallo beer down for one moment and get to the forefront of Guatemala's craft-brewing revolution at the Antigua Brewing Company. Sup its signature…

  • Por Qué No?

    Antigua

    This alternative cafe is a vertically oriented space that takes up an absurdly narrow corner of an old building (grab the rope to reach the upper level)…

  • Reilly's en la Esquina

    Antigua

    Holding a key corner of Antigua's nightlife corridor, Reilly's packs in both Guatemalans and gringos on weekends. The sprawling pub has several bars, but…

  • Tabacos y Vinos

    Antigua

    Tucked right next to the Santa Catalina arch is this small but perfectly formed wine bar with an extensively sourced cellar. Wine by the glass starts at…

  • El Barrio

    Antigua

    Just off Parque Central, this sprawling bar tavern has wall-length sofas, murals of literary and sports heroes, and board games. Upstairs is a popular and…

  • Café No Sé

    Antigua

    Something of a local institution, this downbeat little bar is a point of reference for Antigua's budding young Burroughses and Kerouacs. It's also the…

  • Las Vibras de la Casbah

    Antigua

    It's quite a party most nights at this split-level disco near the Santa Catalina arch: plenty of selfies, vapor shots and EDM form the scene. To take a…

  • La Sala

    Antigua

    Crowds move to Latin rhythms or EDM most nights at this boisterous hall, encouraged by the skills of the DJs and abundant cheap liquor (happy hour 5pm to…

  • Whisky Den & Coffee Bar

    Antigua

    Ensconced in the nightlife patio just northeast of Parque Central, this highly agreeable little lounge puts the focus on two great pick-me-ups: there's an…

  • Snug

    Antigua

    Spirits are high at the aptly dubbed Snug, a real hole-in-the-wall bar and favourite expat drinking scene. Green walls, harps and Guinness add a hint of…

  • Monoloco

    Antigua

    As much Guatemala weekender spot as tourist hangout, the 'wacky monkey' serves up a good blend of comfort foods and local dishes, as well as ice-cold…

  • La Sin Ventura

    Antigua

    The liveliest dance floor in town is packed with Guatemalan youth toward the weekend. DJs pump out cumbias (Colombian dance tunes) and reggaetón most…

  • Café Sky

    Antigua

    This rooftop bar is deservedly popular for sunset drinks and snacks with a panorama, weather permitting. Below deck, there's a candlelit tiki bar with…

  • Lucky Rabbit

    Antigua

    A former cinema, this upstairs space is a popular party bar for backpackers and Antigua's younger crowd. Cheap drinks, banging music and plenty of bar…