Guatemala

Guatemala's diverse country captivates travelers with its extraordinary landscapes and a civilization-spanning culture that reaches back centuries.

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Iglesia y Convento de Santo Domingo
Antigua
Founded by Dominican friars in 1542, Santo Domingo became the biggest and richest monastery in Antigua. Following three 18th-century earthquakes, the…
Reserva Natural Atitlán
Panajachel
A former coffee plantation being reclaimed by natural vegetation, this reserve is 200m past the Hotel Atitlán on the northern outskirts of town. It makes…
Market
Chichicastenango
Some villagers still walk for hours carrying their wares to reach Chichi's market, one of Guatemala's largest and a highlight of many people's trips to…
Semuc Champey
Semuc Champey & Around
Semuc Champey is famed for its great natural limestone bridge, 300m long, on top of which is a stepped series of pools with cool, flowing river water good…
Cofradia San Simón
Western Highlands
While you're in Zunil, visit the image of San Simón, the name given here to the much-venerated Mayan deity known elsewhere as Maximón. His effigy, propped…
Iglesia Merced
Antigua
At the northern end of 5a Av is La Merced – a striking yellow building trimmed with white plaster filigree. Its facade is one of the most beautiful in…
Arco de Santa Catalina
Antigua
The Arco de Santa Catalina is Antigua's most iconic monument, and an early-morning or late-afternoon photo opportunity framing Volcán Agua through its…
Cofradía Maximón
Santiago Atitlán
Maximón is a traditional Maya deity who resides in Santiago Atitlán. He appears as a life-sized but broken-legged effigy in a hat, dark suit and glasses,…

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The top things to do in Guatemala, from cultural experiences to volcano treks

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Biotopo del Quetzal
Alta & Baja Verapaz
In the lush cloud forests south of Cobán is the Biotopo Mario Dary Rivera nature reserve, commonly called Biotopo del Quetzal.
Templo IV
Tikal
Templo IV, at 65m, is the highest building at Tikal and the second-highest pre-Columbian building known in the western hemisphere, after La Danta at El…
Semuc Champey
Semuc Champey & Around
Semuc Champey is famed for its great natural limestone bridge, 300m long, on top of which is a stepped series of pools with cool, flowing river water good…
K'anba Caves
Semuc Champey & Around
About a kilometer before Semuc Champey, just before the large bridge crossing the river, you'll see a turnoff to the right for these caves, which many…

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Best Things to Do

Guatemala is a dream destination for adventurers and a great place for cultural immersion. Here are the top things to do.

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Things to Know

What do you need to know before you visit Guatemala? Check our top tips, including information on vaccines, what to pack and how to dress.

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Transportation

Guatemala may be small but getting around it can sometimes feel like a mighty challenge. Here's everything you need to know about navigating Guatemala.

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Visa Requirements

Guatemala is becoming ever more popular with travelers and with good reason. Here's everything you need to know about visas before you go.

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Money and Costs

Guatemala may be an inexpensive country to visit but that doesn't mean there aren't lots of ways to stretch your budget further. Here's how to do it!

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Best Road Trips

Explore the wild and beautiful landscape of Guatemala in places a bus can't get to. These are our favorite 6 road trips in this Central American gem.

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Traveling with Kids

Guatemala welcomes teeny travelers with open arms and warm smiles, but there are some challenges when visiting with kids. Here's how to handle them.