Best places: Tourist attractions in Guatemala

Discover the best places in Guatemala, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. This list contains 320 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Tikal National Park
National park
Expansive jungle setting featuring Mayan temples & ceremonial ruins dating to 900 BCE.
4.90 (7.7K reviews)
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Templo IV, Tikal
Historical landmark
Visitors can climb this Mayan pyramid, built ~741 CE & the tallest of its kind, for sunrise views.
4.90 (1.5K reviews)
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The Great Jaguar Tikal
Historical landmark
World Heritage Site featuring a storied temple of architectural & archaeological importance.
4.90 (882 reviews)
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Xetulul Theme Park
Amusement park
This amusement park features roller coasters & reproductions of famous world landmarks.
4.80 (16K reviews)
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Santa Catalina Arch
Tourist attraction
Colorful landmark archway dating to the 1600s & topped by a clock built in the 1800s.
4.80 (13.4K reviews)
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Basilica of Esquipulas
Basilica
This large Roman Catholic church is known for its Baroque architecture & image of a Black Christ.
4.80 (7.5K reviews)
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Semuc Champey Natural Monument
Nature preserve
Lush, tropical park known for its sweeping jungle views, numerous caves & swimming holes.
4.80 (4.4K reviews)
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Cerro Tzankujil Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Beautiful park that costs 20Q for foreigners (15Q for locals). There are some trails taking you up to lookouts with breathtaking views and others along the lake where you can find a spot to swim. There are clean bathrooms and changing rooms. Worth a visit and you could even plan to hang out for the...
4.80 (1.4K reviews)
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Iglesia Escuela de Cristo
Church
👍👍 Beautiful decorations inside and great architecture
4.80 (1.3K reviews)
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The Lost World
Archaeological site
Elaborate Mayan complex dating back to CE 250, aligned astronomically & including Great Pyramid.
4.90 (505 reviews)
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Volcan acatenango
Tourist attraction
👍👍 One of the best hikes and views I've had. Quick recommendations if you are going to fuego volcano after: 1. Take cash. And take extra bc probably someone will not take theirs and it will be easier if someone lends the money that to convince guides that they will pay at their retur to antigua. 2. Tak...
4.90 (419 reviews)
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La Aurora Zoo
Zoo
Founded in 1924, the zoo features native & exotic animal habitats, plus demonstrations & activities.
4.70 (31.6K reviews)
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IRTRA Mundo Petapa
Amusement park
Upbeat amusement park offering family-friendly entertainment, from water slides to bumper cars.
4.70 (23K reviews)
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Antigua Guatemala Central Park
Park
Simple gathering spot with trees, a central fountain & benches, plus nearby vendors & eateries.
4.70 (22.9K reviews)
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Iglesia de la Merced
Catholic church
Iconic church dating to 1767 featuring an ornate yellow facade & adjacent convent ruins.
4.70 (4.9K reviews)
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Castle of San Felipe of Lara
Castle
Guatemala's governor ordered construction of this fort in 1644 & it was expanded for over 100 years.
4.70 (3.9K reviews)
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Quetzaltenango Cathedral
Cathedral
👍 Catholic church founded by the Spanish after their entry into the region Located in the Historic Center, in front of the Central Park. It consists of an old crossed-out baroque style. Meters behind the new contemporary facade. It contains two revered images inside. A) The Just Christ Judge, interve...
4.80 (661 reviews)
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Antigua guatemala
Tourist attraction
👍 Antigua is a small city surrounded by volcanoes in southern Guatemala. It’s renowned for its Spanish colonial buildings, many of them restored following a 1773 earthquake that ended Antigua’s 200-year reign as Guatemala’s colonial capital. Notable architectural examples include baroque La Merced chu...
4.80 (653 reviews)
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Mirador de Juan Dieguez Olaverri
Vista point
👍👍 Amazing experience that any person who lives or comes from overseas Guatemala must visit. It's very cold and long travel but it's worth it.
4.70 (2.6K reviews)
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Convento Capuchinas
Convent
Ruins of an 18th-century nunnery, with a church, courtyards, a tower & some of the nuns' cells.
4.70 (2.6K reviews)
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