Cerro San Cristóbal at San Cristóbal El Alto:
There’s nothing like heading up, up, and away into the mountains for some fresh air. High up in the hills of Cerro San Cristóbal El Alto, at about 6 kms from the Central Park of La Antigua, you’ll find the perfect spot to eat some locally sourced food and relax: Cerro San Cristóbal.
About the Restaurant:
The restaurant is blessed with breathtakingly scenic backdrops of forested mountains, hills and the magnificent volcanoes that surround the city (Agua, Fuego and Acatenango) and, of course, endless sky.
When it comes to food, the place is a dream come true for those looking for an authentic farm to table experience. They bring the freshness of fields, orchards, and artisanal foods directly to your table and prepare simple but beautiful dishes for you to savour while taking in the views. At Cerro San Cristóbal, you’ll find some of the best pizzas in town – which you should pair with a local beer. On the weekends, their breakfast buffet is a must!
The Community of Cerro San Cristóbal El Alto:
Cerro San Cristóbal not only delivers amazing meals in unforgettable settings, they also work on the sustainability of the community of San Cristóbal El Alto by joining forces with farm and business owners who provide sightseeing tours and trekking tours to the waterfalls, coffee plantations, orchid sanctuaries and local artisan shops. The restaurant even has a small orchid farm you should visit!
How to Get There:
On Saturdays and Sundays, you can take a shuttle from Nim Po’t (5a Ave. Norte #29 under the arch of Santa Catalina). It leaves at 9.30AM, 12.30PM and 3.30PM. The shuttle returns to Antigua at 12PM, 3PM and 5PM. The cost is Q20 per person. No charge for children under 10 years of age.
Contact Information:
Cerro San Cristóbal – San Cristóbal El Alto
