Antigua

A short loop through this beautifully restored colonial mansion takes you through courtyards and several rooms containing decorative objects. — Fodor's

Antigua's largest convent was built by Capuchin nuns, whose number had swelled because they, unlike other sisterhoods, did not require young women to pay dowries to undertake the religious life. — Fodor's

The ambulatory of the two-tiered cloisters is a lovely, serene place for a stroll. Take a look at the Baroque façade of the adjoining church. — Michelin Guide

Two devastating earthquakes that hit Antigua in 1717 and 1773 destroyed this monastery...the ruins, which include a majestic, still-intact arch, lend the place a romantic atmosphere. — Michelin Guide

The Church of Our Lady of Mercy is one of Antigua's most eye-catching attractions, known for its fanciful yellow stucco facade that incorporates Mayan deities. — Fodor's

The only remnant of the once-enormous Convent of St. Catherine is this beautiful orange-yellow arch...the structure today serves as the iconic symbol of the city. — Fodor's

The view from this hillside perch north of the city, with its cross in the foreground, city rooftops and Volcán Agua in the background, is Antigua's best-known postcard vista. — Fodor's