Guatemala
Indigenous people and Mayan temples
Welcome to Guatemala
This Central American country is a thing of historic, cultural, and natural beauty. Its landscape is defined by volcanoes and rainforests; and hidden deep within are untouched and incredible ancient Mayan ruins. If you’ve ever wanted to feel like Indiana Jones, Guatemala is the place to do it.
Travel tips
Best sights in Guatemala
Guatemala City (capital)
A city high above the rest of the country, which blends modernity with ancient Mayan history and ruins. It’s also home to the gorgeous National Palace and the Cathedral of Guatemala.
Tikal (526 km from Guatemala City)
Once an ancient Mayan city, Tikal is now a large expanse of perfectly-preserved ruins. These are some of the best examples of Mayan history, intact and on display for your imagination to run wild over.
Lake Atitlan (124 km from Guatemala City)
The epic and stunning Lake Atitlan is nestled inside a huge volcanic crater. It’s an incredible sight to behold, encircled by steep green hills. Hidden among them are traditional Mayan villages!
Semuc Champey (116km from Guatemala City)
This fascinating section of the Cahabon River attracts tourists from all over because of its beautiful naturally-occurring bridge of limestone which spans the width of the river.
Chichicastenango (142km from Guatemala City)
Chichi is situated in the highlands and is a celebration of the local flavour of the nation, with craft markets, catholic churches, and Mayan ruins. It’s a diverse and happy place.
Quetzaltenango (Xela) (200 km from Guatemala City)
A city framed by a string of volcanoes is an exciting city indeed! This whole area is a blend of rugged wilderness and historic, cultural architecture in the baroque style, including the Municipal Theatre and House of Culture.
Where to go
Map of Guatemala
Map of Guatemala

Central America (Guatemala)

Central America (Guatemala)
Best time to visit
Guatemala is one of those perfect countries that’s ideal for visits all year round. The peak of the perfect is between December and April – the ‘dry season’. But even so, rainfall is never so heavy as to ruin an entire holiday.
So, you can safely pick the best time for you and your family, or when the flights are at their cheapest. Though the dry season is still the absolute best.
Practical info
Posts from Guatemala
Posts from Guatemala
The ultimate guide to San Pedro la Laguna Guatemala
There are lots of things to do in San Pedro la Laguna Guatemala, and I'm going
17 unique things to do in Lake Atitlan
There are lots of things to do in Lake Atitlan, and it's the perfect place to
A quick Guatemala travel guide
Looking for a Guatemala travel guide? Here’s everything you need to know to experience the best
15 magical things to do in Antigua Guatemala
There are lots of things to do in Antigua Guatemala, and it’s the perfect place to
How to visit Chichicastenango Market – all you need to know
Chichicastenango market (Chichi) is the perfect place to get a sense for the local Mayan culture.
Exploring a colorful Guatemala cemetery (San Pedro la Laguna)
Last week, I visited a cemetery in Guatemala. I know it sounds strange and maybe even
How to visit Santiago Atitlán and Maximón (the chain-smoking saint)
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10 amazing rainforest animals in Central America
Central America is a goldmine when it comes to wildlife and great photo opportunities. When traveling