Guatemala's Absolute Essentials
This selection spans Guatemala's historical and geological diversity, from the ancient Mayan stelae of Quiriguá to the Pre-Columbian ruins of Kaminaljuyu. In Antigua, colonial landmarks include the 17th-century Arco de Santa Catalina and the ornate Baroque facade of La Merced. The list features active stratovolcanoes Pacaya and Fuego, alongside the tiered limestone pools of Semuc Champey. In Guatemala City, the National Palace of Culture and local markets provide insight into the nation's political and commercial history.
A Saint Joseph Cathedral
Parish of San José, located in the city of Antigua Guatemala, is part of the Archdiocese of Santiago de Guatemala and is located in a…
B Merced Church
La Merced Church, Antigua Guatemala
C Arco de Santa Catalina
17th-century yellow archway originally built to allow cloistered nuns from the Santa Catalina convent to cross the street without being seen. A French clock was added to the top in the 1830s.
D Church of San Francisco the Great
San Francisco el Grande is a church in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala and one of the sanctuaries most frequented by the local population…
E Santa Clara Convent
Although it looks a bit ruinous you can find a lot of splendour in here. Look at the double arches, façade and nicely kept garden.
F Antigua Market
Stop by in the local market where you can buy products from farmers from around Antigua. Fresh vegetables, fruit, meat and cheese.
G Convento de las Capuchinas
18th-century convent and church designed by Diego de Porres. It features a unique circular patio surrounded by eighteen small cells used by nuns for retreats and subterranean vaults used for food storage.
H Quiriguá
Quiriguá is an ancient Maya archaeological site in the department of Izabal in south-eastern Guatemala.
I Kaminaljuyu
Kaminaljuyu is a Pre-Columbian site of the Maya civilization located in Guatemala City.
J Semuc Champey
Semuc Champey is a natural monument in the department of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, near the Q'eqchi' Maya town of Lanquín.
K Pacaya Volcano
Pacaya is an active complex volcano in Guatemala, which first erupted approximately 23,000 years ago and has erupted at least 23 times…
L Fuego Volcano
Volcán de Fuego or Chi Q'aq' is an active stratovolcano in Guatemala, on the borders of Chimaltenango, Escuintla and Sacatepéquez…
M Choco Museum
Average consumer or chocoholic, this is a must-see for everyone who has eaten chocolate in his life! Learn everything about its production!
N National Palace of Culture
The Palacio Nacional de la Cultura, also known colloquially as "Palacio Verde", is identified as Guatemala City's symbol in its…
O Plaza de la Constitución
This is the best place to start off your sightseeing in the city. Vibrant and remarkable!
P Central Market
Open daily. Buy fresh veggies and fruit or some souvenirs for your friends. Wide choice of handicrafts.
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