Title: Church of Saint Francis in Panajachel | Expedia.co.uk [Church of Saint Francis Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Church-Of-Saint-Francis-Hotels.0-l6220380-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Panajachel](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Panajachel.d181076.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Panajachel](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Panajachel.d181076.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Church of Saint Francis Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Church-Of-Saint-Francis.d6220380.Car-Hire-Guide)[Panajachel Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Panajachel.d181076.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Church of Saint Francis ![Church of Saint Francis which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220380/0d45b0d9-6926-4678-9122-759de12a500d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of Saint Francis which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220380/5c3ccd8d-d7cf-4df2-b954-d761370471fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of Saint Francis which includes street scenes, heritage elements and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220380/f92a4331-4660-410d-a17e-b144b15d83be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of Saint Francis showing a garden and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220380/baca488d-3c60-4464-8d3e-9fc788f53675.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of Saint Francis featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220380/9565e039-4231-4a59-9b3d-07e4821aa6a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Church of Saint Francis Activities [Panajachel travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Panajachel.dx181076) --- --- #### Admire the art and architecture of the old Catholic church in Panajachel that is dedicated to the town’s patron saint. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi is a survivor. The 16th-century Catholic building has made it through the centuries despite several earthquakes that have rocked the area. Although patched up and reconstructed on numerous occasions, parts of the original structure remain to this day. Devote at least an hour to surveying the thick stone façade and the works of art that decorate the interior. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi was built by the religious order of Franciscans during the Spanish conquest of Guatemala. The ecclesiastical centre was used by them to convert the indigenous population to the Catholic faith. Survey the striking exterior that is topped by a metal cross. Below it is the belfry with two bells and carvings of religious figures. Once inside, your eyes are drawn to the retable, the work of art behind and above the main altar. See the statue of St. Francis at its centre. The revered Italian monk was the founder of the Franciscan Order and is the patron saint of Panajachel. Tour the rest of the church to study its paintings, colourful statues, wood carvings and crucifixes. From one of the old wooden pews with carved arms, look up at the metal chandeliers and the small cross pendants that hang from them. Come to Panajachel in the first week of October and you are in for a treat. The church is one of the focal points of several days’ worth of celebrations to honour St. Francis. There is fireworks, music, market stalls, fairground rides and dancing in the streets. Watch numerous processions where statues of St. Francis and other saints are paraded through the town atop brightly colored floats. The Church of St. of Francis is located onCalle Principal, near the Mercado Muncipal, Panajachel's main market. The town can be reached by buses and tourist shuttles from Guatemala City and the cities of Xela and Antigua. Alternatively, take one of the boat taxis that run between the towns on Lake Atitlán. ## Plan a trip to see Church of Saint Francis Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Hotel Las Americas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17410000/17403700/17403610/861f04e5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hotel Las Americas Zona 13 £836 per person 24 Apr - 30 Apr found 6 hours ago Return flight included London (LGW) to Guatemala City (GUA) 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,024 reviews) Súper reliable place to stay, conveniently located and always clean and comfortable. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 ![Good Hotel Guatemala City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74650000/74641700/74641639/29a47aac_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Good Hotel Guatemala City Zona 4 £861 per person 24 Apr - 30 Apr found 6 hours ago Return flight included London (LGW) to Guatemala City (GUA) 9.4/10 Exceptional! 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Muy limpio todo. Modernas todas las instalaciones. Ubicado en una zona muy tranquila, sin tráfico, sin ruido. Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Panajachel Municipal Market featuring markets as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220382/acdbbfa1-ecad-498e-af3e-f302bc075ed1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panajachel Municipal Market Experience some of Guatemala’s indigenous traditions as you browse the stalls of this colorful market and shop for handcrafted souvenirs and fresh produce. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panajachel-Municipal-Market-Panajachel.d6220382.Attraction) ![Lake Atitlan showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555471533/1c0d89f4-1f91-440e-9c07-a46190e1cd00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Azul Maya Archaeological Museum Browse a private collection of Maya artifacts, such as jewelry and pottery, amassed by a local man during his travels throughout Guatemala. 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