Guatemala City Historical District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Marie Konečná
Photo by Marie Konečná

Popular places to visit

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Constitution Square

Explore the great outdoors at Constitution Square, a lovely green space in Guatemala City. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Constitution Square
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Catedral Metropolitana

Learn about the local history of Guatemala City when you take a trip to Catedral Metropolitana. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Catedral Metropolitana
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National Palace (Palacio Nacional)

Learn about the local history of Guatemala City with a stop at National Palace (Palacio Nacional). Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

National Palace (Palacio Nacional)
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Central Market

During your visit to Guatemala City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Central Market. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Central Market
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Cerrito del Carmen

Find out about the history of Guatemala City when you spend time at Cerrito del Carmen. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Cerrito del Carmen
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Palacio Nacional de la Cultura

Find out about the history of Guatemala City with a stop at Palacio Nacional de la Cultura. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Palacio Nacional de la Cultura

Activities

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Semuc Chapey & Kamba Caves 3 days 2 nights

AU$509
Per adult
Semuc Chapey & Kamba Caves 3 days 2 nights
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3-days Tour in the Mayan World: Tikal, Yaxha, & Island Adventures

AU$2,365
Per adult
3-days Tour in the Mayan World: Tikal, Yaxha, & Island Adventures
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Picture Perfect: Immersive Photo Adventure through Guatemala City

AU$748
Per adult
Picture Perfect: Immersive Photo Adventure through Guatemala City
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Mayan Mysteries Unveiled: Lake Atitlan's Archaeological Sites

AU$597
Per adult
Mayan Mysteries Unveiled: Lake Atitlan's Archaeological Sites
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Guatemala city Walking Tour and public bus

AU$45
Per adult
Guatemala city Walking Tour and public bus
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Las Verapaces Oddyssey: Semuc Champey, Caves, El Quetzal, & more

AU$2,645
Per adult
Las Verapaces Oddyssey: Semuc Champey, Caves, El Quetzal, & more
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Our pick of the best Guatemala City Historical District Hotel Deals

Villa Verona
Villa Verona
3 out of 5
1-55 11 Avenida zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemala
The price is AU$30 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$30
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora ...
7/10 Good! (6 reviews)
"Close to pretty much everything , the only down side is having to ring the doorbell and wait for the front desk to open the door. The area is not bad but the wait outside is the one thing I didn’t like . Everything else is ok. Sometimes it’s noisy overall very convenient to get to many parts of the ..."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Villa Verona
Hotel Metropolitano
Hotel Metropolitano
2.5 out of 5
17 Calle, Guatemala City, Guatemala
The price is AU$35 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$35
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora Zoo are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (28 reviews)
"The attention and quality of service"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2024

Hotel Metropolitano
Hotel Maya Excelsior
Hotel Maya Excelsior
3 out of 5
Centro Historico, 7ª. Avenida 12 - 46, Zona 1, Guatemala City
The price is AU$95 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$95
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora ...
5.2/10 (28 reviews)
"The hotel is not new. But the room is clean and the staff is nice. Easy check in and out. No air conditioning but have warm water and big room."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2023

Hotel Maya Excelsior
Hotel Capri
Hotel Capri
2.5 out of 5
Novena Avenida 15-63 Zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemala
The price is AU$74 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$74
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora Zoo are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (25 reviews)
Good rate outstanding service
"Room is simple very basic. Two electrical outlets in the room. Plus an additional one in the bathroom. No cooling system, so the drapes need to be drawn to avoid overheating. Property is three stories without an elevator. Staff really accommodating in locating you on a lower floor on request. Staff ..."

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Hotel Capri
Hotel Spring
Hotel Spring
2.5 out of 5
8 Av. 12-65 Zona, Guatemala City, Guatema
The price is AU$104 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$104
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora Zoo are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (45 reviews)
Ok but not great
"Good service at reception. Room is very old and could use a coat of paint. Bed comfort was not so great as beds were old and worn too. No AC and I had to ask for a fan which they provided right away. Interior garden and sitting area is nice. The price was excellent. Location is about 6 blocks to ..."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2024

Hotel Spring
Hotel España
Hotel España
3 out of 5
9A Avenida 15-59, zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemala
The price is AU$52 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$52
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Guatemala City. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Paseo Cayala and La Aurora Zoo are ...
6.6/10 (3 reviews)
"Good wifi and hot water. VERY loud. In a bad part of town. Panhandlers and black market dealers 24 hours a day. Someone solicited me for s3x as I was wlaking to my room."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Hotel España
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Other neighbourhoods around Guatemala City Historical District

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Zona Historico

Unique features of Zona Historico include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by National Palace (Palacio Nacional) or Constitution Square while you're exploring the area.

Zona Historico
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Zona 1

Zona 1 is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like National Palace (Palacio Nacional) and Guatemala City Hall.

Zona 1
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Zona 4

Visitors to Zona 4 enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Avenida La Reforma is worth a stop.

Zona 4
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Zona 5

Though Zona 5 may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paseo Cayala and Estadio Nacional Mateo Flores.

Zona 5
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Zona 2

Visitors to Zona 2 like its monuments and historical sites, and Relief Map is a sight worth a stop.

Zona 2
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Zona 8

While Zona 8 isn't home to many top sights, Torre del Reformador and Teatro Nacional are some notable places to visit nearby.

Zona 8

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