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Guatemala City Adventure

Karen Castellanos

Karen Castellanos

12 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of Guatemala City. Discover ancient marvels, indulge in authentic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this captivating city.

Trip to Guatemala City

Day 1Unveiling the Cultural Gems: Caravasar, Palacio Nacional de la Cultura, and More
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$62

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$ 4

caravasar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
3 - 4 min

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Palacio Nacional de la Cultura
Iconic, ornate building housing a museum of Guatemalan artwork, culture & history.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Guatemala Holocaust Museum
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Applebee's Portales
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$26
12 - 15 min

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Museo Carlos F. Novella -CEMPRO-
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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SKILLETS
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 2Pizza Delights and Architectural Wonders: Relief Map, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Beyond
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$66

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$ 2

Por Pizza
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
22 - 33 min

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Relief Map
Massive 1905 relief map showing the country's rivers, volcanos, roads & other geographical features.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago of Guatemala
Landmark cathedral consecrated in 1815, with an imposing neoclassical facade & an opulent interior.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Doña Mela
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
6 - 9 min

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Parque Colón
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Mundo Gastro Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 3Parks, Museums, and History: Pasatiempo, Jocotenango Park, and Military Museum
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$68

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$ 2

Pasatiempo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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Jocotenango Park
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Railway Museum
Railway museum & cultural center with train cars, photographs & other historic artifacts on display.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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La Mezquita
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$24
8 - 12 min

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Military Museum and Ex Fort Saint John
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Tres Elefantes
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 4Exploring the Artistic Side: Museo Ixchel, Torre del Reformador, and Plaza España
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$72

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$ 3

Cafeteria Primer Nivel Galileo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
5 - 8 min

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Museo Ixchel del Traje Indígena
Cultural history museum with a collection of traditional Guatemalan clothing, textiles & ceramics.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Museo de Historia Natural USAC
University venue featuring natural history exhibits & a botanical garden with 400+ plant species.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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La Estancia Reforma
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
4 - 5 min

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Torre del Reformador
Landmark steel tower built in 1935 to honor Justo Rufino Barrios, a former president of Guatemala.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Plaza España
Central plaza set around a grand fountain built in 1789, with a playground & landscaped gardens.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Piccadilly - Zona 9
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 5Taste of Tradition: Pupusas, IRTRA Mundo Petapa, and Villa Nueva Park
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$66

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$ 6

Pupusas De Doña Any
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
14 - 17 min

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IRTRA Mundo Petapa
Upbeat amusement park offering family-friendly entertainment, from water slides to bumper cars.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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La Estancia
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$32
8 - 10 min

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Ciudad de Villa Nueva Park
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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El Potrero
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 6Art, History, and Gastronomy: Museo Popol Vuh, Children's Museum, and Ceviches
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$72

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
10 - 15 min

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Museo Popol Vuh
Museum with a sizable collection of Guatemalan & ancient Mayan art & cultural artifacts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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The Children's Museum of Guatemala
Playful, family-friendly exhibits, including interactive educational displays & outdoor recreation.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Ceviches Pez Tiburón
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$32
2 - 3 min

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Del Tingo al Tango
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 7Culinary Delights and Cultural Highlights: Tre Fratelli, Plaza Cayala, and Archaeological Center
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$58

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$ 6

Tre Fratelli
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
1 - 2 min

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Plaza Cayala
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Nacional Museum of Archeology and Ethnology
Stately Guatemalan history & culture museum, with educational displays & Mayan artifacts.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Astoria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
8 - 10 min

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Archaeological Center kaminaljuyu
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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La Molienda
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 8Nature Escapes and Recreational Fun: Ecological Park Cayalá, Erick Barrondo Park, and 100 Montaditos
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$78

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$ 4

Los Chavos I
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
6 - 8 min

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Ecological and Sports Park Cayalá
Nature park featuring wildlife & interpretive paths, plus areas for sports & picnicking.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Erick Barrondo Park
Sports center with an athletics track & bike trails, plus indoor courts, a gym & soccer pitches.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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La Estancia
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$32
3 - 4 min

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100 Montaditos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 9Zoo Adventures and Cultural Exploration: Bistrot Quartier Latin, La Aurora Zoo, and Museo Miraflores
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$62

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$ 2

Bistrot Quartier Latin
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
4 - 6 min

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La Aurora Zoo
Founded in 1924, the zoo features native & exotic animal habitats, plus demonstrations & activities.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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go green
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$26
2 - 3 min

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Museo Miraflores
Archaeological museum displaying ancient Mayan artifacts & textiles in contemporary surrounds.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Mr. Sushi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $630 In total

Activities & Food:$604
Transport:$26