Archaeological Site

Cave

Indigenous Culture

Lake

National Park

Reserve

River

Traditional Market

Waterfall

Atitlan Natural Reserve

Western Highlands

Atitlán Nature Reserve

Chichicastenango

Chichicastenango Market

Maya Biosphere

Peten

Maya Biosphere Reserve

Santiago Atitlan Friday Market

Tikal National Park

San Pedro Volcano

Yaxhá Nakum Naranjo

Yaxhá-Nakum-Naranjo

Acatenango Volcano

Central Highlands

Pacaya Volcano

Ceibal Natural Monument

Fuego Volcano

Quirigua

Caribbean Lowlands

Castillo San Felippe

San Felipe's Castle

Aguateca

Aguateca Archaeological Site

Iximche

Lake Atitlán

Lake Atitlan

Takalik Abaj (Retalhuleu)

Pacific Slope

Takalik Abaj

Cahabon River

El Mirador Trail

El Mirador

Biotopo del Quetzal

Mixco Viejo

Candelaria Caves

La Democracia

The Ruins of Copan

Copan Ruins

Semuc Champey

Santiaguito Volcano

Tortugario Monterrico

Todos Santos Cuchumatan

Todos Santos Cuchumatán

Uaxactun

Uaxactún Archaeological Site

Natural Park Ixpanpajul

Ixpanpajul Natural Park

Playa Blanca

Bocas del Polochic

Rey Marcos 

Rey Marcos Caves

Topoxte

Topoxte Archaeological Site

Dos Pilas

Dos Pilas Archaeological Site

Santa Maria Volcano

Siete Altares

Chicabal Volcano and Lagoon

Tajumulco Volcano

La Pasión River

Pasion River

Lanquin Caves

Lanquín Caves

Canal de Chiquimulilla

Chiquimulilla Canal

Chilasco Waterfall

Fuentes Georginas Hot Springs

Naciones Unidas National Park

La Aurora AIRPORT

GUA La Aurora AIRPORT

El Baul

El Baúl

Tayazal

Tayazal Archaelogical Site

Cancuen

Lake Izabal

Lake Peten Itza

Lake Petén Itzá

Ak tun Kan Caves

Ak'tun Kan Caves

So much of Guatemala is amazing, how do you choose what to see first? Guatemala's top destinations will ensure that you hit the best of the best.

From exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Antigua to witnessing the legendary beauty of Lake Atitlán, these are some of Guatemala's top sites — and they're not to be missed.

Top Destinations

Guatemala's adventure tours run the gamut, and offer something for everyone. Play Indiana Jones whilst you explore ruins, or work on the next 'Great American Novel' along the shore of Lake Atitlán — between mountain bike excursions, of course.

Whether your activities take you above ground as you trek through jungles or below ground whilst you venture through caves, one thing is for sure — Guatemala's adventure tours are anything but boring!

Adventures

Guatemala's nature tours will help you discover why the nation is known as "The land of eternal spring." From the verdant jungles of Yaxhá to the serene beauty of Lake Petén Itzá, nature is in full force in this Central American country.

Discover the beauty of the natural world when you visit Guatemala's nature sites in Monterrico, Alta Verapaz, El Remate, and more. Ruins, mountain bike trails, mangrove tours, and wildlife of all kinds are waiting for you to book your Guatemalan nature vacation.

Nature

Go where the locals go when you take a trip to Puerto San José. Discover the beauty of Lake Atitlán — famously quoted by Aldous Huxley. This vacation is all about Guatemala travel and leisure.

Guatemala's leisure activities are in ample supply if you're planning a vacation where rest and relaxation are top priorities. From the small and traditional village of Santa Catalina Palopó to the port town of Iztapa, these are the Guatemalan getaways big on peace, quiet, and low-key adventure.

Rest & Relaxation

If you're booking a getaway to Guatemala, then you're already a curious traveller. Have the most authentic experience possible when you explore Guatemala off the beaten path.

Go tubing in Alta Verapaz, explore the jungles near the Mayan site of Yaxhá, and see an actual castle near Lake Izabal. These are the most unique places in Guatemala, and you'll find them only if you're willing to go off the beaten track.

Off The Beaten Path

From the curious blend of kitsch and culture in Chichicastenango to Santa Catalina Palopó's indigenous descendants, Guatemala's Mayan culture is alive and well.

During your vacation exploring Guatemala's Mayan roots, consider the fact that although an empire may fall, it can always find a way to leave its legacy behind.

Mayan

Get your fix for vintage architecture and design in Guatemala's colonial towns. These destinations are full of history, and plenty of cultural tours to tell you the stories behind them.

If you're seeking a vacation with a more academic slant, then you'll have a great time watching the page come to life when you examine the legacy of Guatemala's colonial history in these destinations.

You definitely don't want to skip Antigua, it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

Colonial

Don't miss out on Guatemala's beaches, though they might not get as much attention as some of Central and South America's other coastal countries, they still have a lot to offer.

Visit Puerto Barrios in the Caribbean lowlands or Iztapa on the Pacific side. By the way, do you know what a 'pelagic' tour is? The answer is waiting for you off the coast of Guatemala's beaches.

Beaches

The sound of Guatemala's rivers is calling, from the central highlands of Baja Verapaz to the Caribbean lowlands of Lake Izabal.

Get ready to raft and trek your way through this rugged country, because you can't escape Guatemala's rivers — they flow throughout the nation.

Rivers

Welcome to the jungle — you'll find it in Guatemala's rainforests. Teeming with a variety of wildlife and plants, they are a naturalist's dream

Explore Yaxhá, Escuintla, El Remate and other lush regions. Adventure is waiting for you if you can see Guatemala's rainforest through the trees — come out the other side and you'll discover ruins, lakes, beaches, and more.

Rainforests

What's that you spy through the clouds? Beauty, adventure, and amazing wildlife! You'll find all of this and more in Guatemala's cloud forests, where the sky kisses the Earth.

Whether you find yourself in Baja Verapaz or Mazatenango, you'll be near one of Guatemala's cloud forests. Bring your jacket and your binoculars — you won't want to miss a thing.

Cloud Forests

Guatemala is home to three things: immense amounts of natural beauty, vast amounts of Mayan culture, and volcanoes aplenty.

Guatemala's volcanoes can seem scary, but once you know more about them, you'll realize that instead of taking away from your vacation, they can add to it. You'll see what we mean when you explore these Guatemala volcano destinations.

Volcanoes

"Don't go chasing waterfalls..." except when you're in Guatemala! From Chilascó — the tallest waterfall in Central America, to the seven waterfalls of Siete Altares — "Seven Altars," Guatemala's waterfalls are waiting to shower you with beauty.

Enjoy taking incredible photos from a distance and a refreshing dip in the pools they make below, after you've gotten closer. Going on a guided tour will make discovering Guatemala's waterfalls even easier.

Waterfalls

It's a two for one adventure when you explore Guatemala's mountains, because many of them are also volcanoes. 

Return home with the best travel stories ever when you go mountain biking outside of La Antigua, hiking in Quetzaltenango, and exploring ruins in Sayaxché — Guatemala's mountains are full of equal parts beauty and excitement!

Mountains

Aldous Huxley famously said that Guatemala's Lake Atitlán was so beautiful as to be, "...too much of a good thing." Well, Guatemala is also the home of Lake Petén Itzá and Lake Izabal.

Visit all three of Guatemala's lakes and judge for yourself which is the most picturesque. Along the way, you'll enjoy hiking, kayaking, biking, and maybe even a little bit of relaxation.

Lakes

What's in a city? Turns out, a lot! From the curious blend of kitsch and culture in the tourist friendly Chichicastenango to the sport fishing off the coast of Puerto Quetzal, choosing between Guatemala's cities is a matter of what you want to do and see. 

This list of Guatemala cities to visit will help you decide what your personal 'can't miss' destinations and tours include.

Cities

Get your vacation off to a good start. These Guatemala airport destinations ensure that you'll have easy access to comfortable accommodations, and won't be too far from your point of arrival and/or departure.

Bonus, if the Guatemala airport in question is Mundo Maya International Airport (FRS), you're right outside of Flores and Santa Elena, and the beautiful Lake Petén Itzá.

Airports

Learn how the past and the present coexist when you explore Guatemala's indigenous culture on exciting tours. Attend festivals and other events, visit historic destinations, and most importantly — chat with Guatemala's people.

Guatemala Indigenous

Mapas de Guatemala

Guatemala Maps

These travel and tourism maps of Guatemala can help you plan where to go on your holiday in Guatemala.