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…
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…
El Mirador
El Petén
Buried within the furthest reaches of the Petén jungle, just 7km south of the Mexican border, the Late Preclassic metropolis at El Mirador contains one of…
Yaxhá
El Petén
The Classic Maya sites of Yaxhá, Nakum and El Naranjo form a triangle that is the basis for a national park covering more than 37,000 hectares and…
Ceibal
El Petén
With its strategic position on the west bank of the Río de la Pasión, the independent kingdom of Ceibal amassed considerable power controlling commerce…
K'umarcaaj
Quiché
The ruins of the ancient K'iche' Maya capital of K'umarcaaj remain a sacred site for the Maya, and contemporary rituals are customarily enacted here…
Palacio Nacional de la Cultura
Guatemala City
On the north side of Parque Central is this imposing presidential palace, which was built between 1936 and 1943 during the dictatorial rule of General…

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Best Things to Do

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

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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

With its pyramids, jungles and thriving Mayan culture, Guatemala is where the story of Central America comes to life. Here are the best ways to get around.

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Visa Requirements

No longer off the beaten track, Guatemala has made it onto the radar of trendsetters and Hollywood stars. Here's everything you need to know about visas.

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Money and Costs

Want to make your money last in Guatemala? Here are our top tips for making your cash go further on transport, dining out, accommodations and tours.

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Best Road Trips

From dramatic volcanic scenery to remote jungle ruins and off-road mountain adventure, here are the best road trips in Guatemala.

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