St. Francis Church, Antigua Guatemala

Name: St. Francis Church
Address: Calle del Hermano Pedro 3b, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Telephone: +502 7882 4439

#6 among attractions in Antigua Guatemala

Hispanic colonial architecture, Church, Historical place, Spiritual

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San Francisco el Grande is a church in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala and one of the most frequented sanctuaries by the local population because of the shrine of Peter of Saint Joseph Betancur. ()

Local name: Iglesia de San Francisco Completed: 1702 (322 years ago)Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 14°33'12"N, 90°43'47"W

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Calle del Hermano Pedro 3bAntigua Guatemala Guatemala

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+502 7882 4439

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St. Francis Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, Iglesia de La Merced, Las Capuchinas.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is St. Francis Church open?

St. Francis Church is open:

Monday 6 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 6 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 6 am - 6 pm
Thursday 6 am - 6 pm
Friday 6 am - 6 pm
Saturday 6 am - 6 pm
Sunday 6 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to St. Francis Church?

Nearby attractions include Convento de Santa Clara, Antigua Guatemala (4 min walk), Casa Popenoe UFM, Antigua Guatemala (5 min walk), Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, Antigua Guatemala (8 min walk), ChocoMuseo Antigua, Antigua Guatemala (8 min walk).

How to get to St. Francis Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Francis Church:

Bus

litegua (8 min walk)
To Guinemala On the car (19 min walk)