Guatemala
3 destination guides for Guatemala, all in one place.
Destination guides
Where to go in Guatemala, with what to book once you get there.
Antigua Guatemala
Santa Catalina Arch, Volcán de Agua, Convento de las Capuchinas, San Francisco Church
Guatemala
Volcán de Agua, Convento de las Capuchinas, Lake Atitlán, Mercado Central
Lake Atitlan
Volcano views, San Juan weaving, Indian Nose sunrise, Chichicastenango market
Semuc Champey
Limestone bridge pools, lookout trail, K'an Ba caves, river tubing, Lanquín
Tikal
Great Plaza, Temple I (Great Jaguar), Temple IV sunrise, Mundo Perdido, North Acropolis, howler monkeys, Flores on Lake Petén Itzá
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When to go, and for how long
The best months come from measured weather data, not estimates. The suggested length is the sweet spot we found for each place — long enough to see it properly, short enough not to repeat yourself.
| Destination | Best months | How long | Suits | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Guatemala | November–April | couples, solo, first-timers | Mid-range | |
| Guatemala | November–April | couples, solo, friends | Mid-range | |
| Lake Atitlan | November–April | 4 days | solo, couples, backpackers | Budget-friendly |
What each place is known for
- Antigua Guatemala — Santa Catalina Arch, Volcán de Agua, Convento de las Capuchinas, San Francisco Church culture, history, food, mountains
- Guatemala — Volcán de Agua, Convento de las Capuchinas, Lake Atitlán, Mercado Central culture, history, food, mountains
- Lake Atitlan — Volcano views, San Juan weaving, Indian Nose sunrise, Chichicastenango market nature, culture, adventure, budget
Every row links to a full guide with what to see, where to stay and what to book. Or tell Tony your dates and let him build the whole trip: plan your Guatemala trip.