3 nights, 4 days
Guatemala City 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)
A 4-day route through Guatemala City grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026
The whole route at a glance
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DAY 1
Around Kaminaljuyu · Heritage & monuments·Museums & galleries
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MorningKaminaljuyu
Heritage & monuments
This ancient Maya archaeological site in Guatemala City has been inhabited since around 1500 BC. It offers few dramatic sights, but is valued as a place to get a sense of Maya history.
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After lunchMuseo Miraflores
Museums & galleries · 1.5 km from the previous stop
This archaeological museum in Guatemala City displays artifacts excavated from the ancient Maya city of Kaminaljuyu. It's worth a visit if you'd like a closer look at traces of Maya civilization.
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AfternoonMuseo Popol Vuh
Museums & galleries · 2.4 km from the previous stop
Located on the campus of Universidad Francisco Marroquín in Guatemala City, this museum holds a large collection of Maya art. It's a great place to see Maya artistry spanning the pre-Columbian to colonial periods.
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EveningCentro Cultural Miguel Ángel Asturias
Culture & venues · 1.6 km from the previous stop
A cultural center in Guatemala City's Civic Center district, also known as the National Theater. Its striking exterior, shaped like a crouching jaguar, makes exploring the building itself part of the fun.
DAY 2
Around Cathedral of Guatemala City · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries
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MorningCathedral of Guatemala City
Temples & religious sites
Standing in Parque Central at the heart of Guatemala City, this cathedral impresses with a grand facade blending Baroque and Classical styles. It has weathered numerous earthquakes, restored again and again to preserve its present form.
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After lunchMuseum of the Holocaust (Guatemala)
Museums & galleries · 0.7 km from the previous stop
This museum in Guatemala City is Central America's first exhibition space dedicated to the Holocaust. It offers a meaningful setting for reflecting on this historic tragedy.
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AfternoonSanto Domingo Church in Guatemala City
Temples & religious sites · 1.2 km from the previous stop
A Roman Catholic church located in the historic district of Guatemala City, this venerable building holds the status of a minor basilica. It's a worthwhile religious landmark to visit alongside other downtown sightseeing.
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EveningBotanical Garden of Guatemala
Zoos & aquariums · 2.6 km from the previous stop
The Botanical Garden of Guatemala is located on a university campus in Guatemala City. With a variety of tropical plants and natural history exhibits to explore, it's also a great spot for families.
DAY 3
Around Da'wah Mosque of Guatemala · Temples & religious sites·Zoos & aquariums
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MorningDa'wah Mosque of Guatemala
Temples & religious sites
This mosque in Guatemala City is run by the Dawah movement. It offers a glimpse into the religious life of the local Muslim community.
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After lunchLa Aurora Zoo
Zoos & aquariums · 1.7 km from the previous stop
La Aurora Zoo sits amid spacious greenery in downtown Guatemala City, with animals grouped into Asian, American, and African zones. Opened in 1924, this historic zoo is a favorite with families.
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AfternoonObelisco
Heritage & monuments · 1.2 km from the previous stop
The Obelisco is an 18-meter monument in Guatemala City, built to commemorate Central America's independence. Standing at the center of a busy roundabout where several avenues meet, it serves as a landmark in the heart of the city.
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EveningMuseo Nacional de Arte Moderno "Carlos Mérida"
Museums & galleries · 1.3 km from the previous stop
The national museum of modern art in Guatemala City, named after the painter Carlos Mérida. It's a great place to view modern art.
DAY 4
Around Museo Nacional de Arqueología y Etnología · Museums & galleries·Views & landmarks
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MorningMuseo Nacional de Arqueología y Etnología
Museums & galleries
A national museum in Guatemala City's La Aurora district. Its archaeological and ethnological artifacts offer a window into Guatemala's history and cultural heritage.
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After lunchClub Premier
Views & landmarks · 3 km from the previous stop
Club Premier is a 31-story skyscraper in Guatemala City. It was the tallest building in Guatemala at the time of its completion and remains a defining feature of the downtown skyline.
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AfternoonGuatemala City Guatemala Temple
Temples & religious sites · 4.3 km from the previous stop
A temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Guatemala City. Dedicated in 1984, it remains in use as a place of worship today.
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EveningFraternidad Cristiana de Guatemala
Temples & religious sites · 10.1 km from the previous stop
A large evangelical church in Mixco, near Guatemala City. It's big enough for tens of thousands to worship together at once, giving it a lively atmosphere.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Kaminaljuyu, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Hotel Tikal
0.7 km
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Grand Tikal Futura
1.2 km
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Hotel Boutique Atempo
2.3 km · Zona 3, Mixco
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Hotel Guadalajara
2.4 km
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Hotel El Delfin II
2.5 km
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Hotel Vip III
2.8 km
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